Parktown, Johannesburg
Lying between Saxonwold & Westcliff is the exclusive suburb of Parktown. This suburb, one of the oldest in Johannesburg, is the first suburb north of the City. It forms part of the popular "Parks "area.
The avenues are tree-lined & the homes in Parktown are imposing. Many of the residences dating back to the early 1900s were designed by Herbert Baker. They have pressed ceilings, original fireplaces, wooden floors & exquisite gardens. Many command spectacular views of the Northern Suburbs.
Parktown property stand sizes are generally between 1 900 sqm & 5000 sqm. The homes have generous proportions and are priced anywhere from R 4 500 000 to R 18 000 000. Chas Everitt's local Sandton estate agency operation covers this exclusive area.
This suburb is ideally situated if commuting to the Business Hubs of Rosebank, Sandton or CBD as the M1 Highway is close by.
Parktown, while offering a peaceful residential area, is also home to Businesses, Schools, Hospitals, Churches & Restaurants.
The Prestigious Private Schools - St Johns, Rodean, St Katherine's & The Ridge are easily accessible as are Wits & UJ Universities, The Teachers College of Education & Wits Medical School.
Conveniently situated too are KES, Parktown Boys High, Helpmekaar, Parktown Girls High, Parktown Convent, The National School Of the Arts & Jan Cilliers.
Hospitals in the area include Nelson Mandela Children's Hospital, Donny Gordon Hospital, Park Lane Clinic, Brenthurst Clinic, Charlotte Maxeke Academic Hospital & Milpark Hospital.
Parktown has numerous Apartment Complexes with one or two-bedroom units for sale. Prices start around R 600 000 for a one bedroom apartment and move upwards depending on location, fittings & views. With the proximity to all the Hospitals, these Apartments are perfect for Medical Students or Professionals. Commercial Property is available in the Business Park within the Parktown Node. This is an excellent location for an Office Block due to proximity of the M1 Highway & main arterial routes.
Public Transport is favourable as Parktown is on the Rea Vaya & Metro Bus Route. Braamfontein & the JHB CBD are a few minutes away.
The area's office Blocks are well maintained. Most are refurbished & some have impressive views from the Offices. Parking for Staff & Visitors is ample. Many restaurants are within walking distance. Commercial Property is also available along Empire Rd.
Diverse places of Worship found in Parktown are The Temple of Latter-day Saints, Temple Emanuel Synagogue, St George's Anglican Church & the Dutch Reformed Church
Popular attractions close by to Parktown include the Johannesburg Zoo, Zoo Lake & Four Seasons Hotel.
The Linder Auditorium is on the Wits Education Campus & is home to the Johannesburg Philharmonic Orchestra. Recitals are held throughout the year.
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