The hottest new apartments in Sandton & Joburg

Sandton Platinum Residence

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Sandton

• Sandton Platinum Residence: A slick, modern development with apartments catering to single professionals, and a host of facilities on-site.
• 21 on Jellicoe: Peace and quiet in the family-friendly suburb of Randburg.

Johannesburg

• Miami View: Elegantly designed spacious duplex homes on a secure, pet-friendly estate.
• Greenwood Square: A beacon of modernity amidst a lush green landscape.
• 170 on Grosvenor: Affordable accommodation in one of Johannesburg’s most sought-after suburbs.
• Country Gardens: Community living in the countryside.
• Canyon Villas: A tranquil escape amidst rolling green hills and nature reserves.
• 300 on York: A secure estate in the leafy suburb of Ferndale, perfect for professionals with families.
• Skywood: Offers apartments and townhouses on an estate in the affluent suburb of Bryanston.
• Akaru: Japanese-inspired location with lush surroundings that inspire meditation and contemplation.

The South African market is ripe for investment. The uncertainty of election time is over, and the interest rate hikes have stopped as the South African Reserve Bank has opted to leave the repo rate untouched. As such, interest rates remain at their September 2024 level of 11.5%.

Furthermore, experts predict that interest rate cuts may be on the horizon (according to Investec chief economist Annabel Bishop, an interest rate cut in September 2024 is likely).

New developments for investors

With this in mind, investors will be looking for opportunities in the market. And what better place to buy than in the City of Gold? Here you’ll find apartment complexes in bustling business hubs, and family-friendly estates in peaceful suburbs with easy access to the business centres.

In a diverse city that caters to all lifestyles, we provide a list with a balance between developments catering to young professionals and those ideal for family living.

Note If you’re interested in any of the below developments, you can use our Bond Calculator to determine what you will pay on a bond.

Apartments in Sandton

Sandton Platinum Residence

The ideal modern apartment block, with a host of facilities available on-site that allow residents to work, exercise and dine in the same place they sleep. Add to all that, independent electricity generation that ensures the building always has power no matter what.

• Price: From R890 000.
• Apartments: Fully furnished with all required amenities.
• Amenities: Independent electricity generation, private gym, rooftop pool, multipurpose sports field, picnic areas, creche, 4/7 Medi Care.
• Neighbourhood: Situated in the heart of Sandton, in close proximity to the Gautrain, schools, clinics, hospitals, City Mall.

21 on Jellicoe

An upcoming development in the family-friendly suburb of Rosebank, offering close proximity to Sandton combined with peaceful surroundings.

• Apartments: Studio, 1 and 2-bedroom, penthouses
• Amenities: Rooftop pool, expansive working space, lush garden.
• Neighbourhood: Close proximity to Rosebank Gautrain Station, Kingsmead College and Rosebank Primary School. Nearby attractions include Rosebank Mall, Wanderers Sport Club, and Killarney Golf Club.

Apartments in Johannesburg

Miami View

A collection of elegantly designed spacious duplex homes on a secure, pet-friendly estate. The estate is located in the heart of Bedfordview, one of Johannesburg’s most desirable suburbs with shopping centres, schools, and hospitals nearby.

Price: From R2 750 000
Homes: Three-bedroom semi-detached duplex homes. Pet-friendly, fibre-ready, secured by an electric fence and biometric access. Solar packages on offer.
Neighbourhood: Located in the upmarket suburb of Bedfordview, in close proximity to shopping centres, and a range of schools and medical facilities. Nearby attractions include Bedford Centre, Bedford Village, Bedfordview Night Market, Johannesburg Zoo, and Suikerbosrand Nature Reserve.

Greenwood Square

Greenwood provides an urban landscape surrounded by the lush greenery of one of Johannesburg’s most famous suburbs. The development epitomises the work-live-play experience that has become so essential to modern living.

• Price: From R1 395 000.
• Apartments: one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom apartments. Two penthouse apartments. Piped gas cooking and fireplaces, backup generators, backup water system, and central gas-heated water supply.
• Amenities: Gym, private working space, communal swimming pool, entertainment area with braai facilities, retail stores, medical facilities, restaurants, 24/7 security.
• Neighbourhood: Emmarentia is a lovely green suburb, offering tranquil living while maintaining proximity to Sandton. Nearby attractions include the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens and Marks Park Sports Club.

170 on Grosvenor

This slick development offers affordable accommodation in a highly sought-after location. Prices are astoundingly low for a block offering spacious apartments and numerous facilities.

• Price: From R714 000.
• Apartments: Studio, one-bedroom, two-bedroom, and three-bedroom units.
• Amenities: Coffee shop, gym, laundromat, swimming pool, braai areas, co-working spaces, concierge, valet services, and medical centre.
• Neighbourhood: One of the most sought-after locations in Joburg, Bryanston is an idyllic neighbourhood with tree-lined streets but also offers proximity to Sandton. Nearby attractions include Bryanston Sports Club, Bryanston Country Club, shopping centres, and restaurants.

Country Garden Estate

A forward-thinking estate design that effectively creates its own village in the countryside, with compact, energy-efficient timber homes. The estate is planned as a secure compound, providing a safe and idyllic environment for children to grow up. Stores and services will be included on the estate to lessen the need for long-distance travel, along with a central park for recreational and community-building activities.

• Price: From R795 000.
• Houses: Each house will have a double volume living room with a glass front reaching to the top, and will come equipped with a bathroom and fully kitted kitchen. The buyer can customise the interior, width and length of the home by choosing from a list of possible additions to the standard design, such as a pool, deck extension and air conditioning. Homes will be environmentally friendly, with optional solar panels that can provide power for a whole day.
  The estate will have three sections, each containing 50 to 100 houses, and roads named after plants, trees and flowers. Development on the first of three phases is scheduled to begin in early 2020.
• Amenities: There will be a commercial area with shops and small businesses, and the central green park where everybody can enjoy recreation and sports.
• Neighbourhood: The estate is situated close to Krugersdorp, Roodepoort, Midrand, Johannesburg, Pretoria, and the Sandton CBD. Though a short drive from the city and airport, it will include many facilities and services on-site so as to remove the need for constant travel.

Canyon Villas

Idyllic estate living amidst the lush green meadows of a golf estate. Ideal for families and retirees, with a host of outdoor recreational activities on your doorstep.

• Price: From R 3 975 000 to R 5 520 000.
• Homes: 3-bed and 4-bed freehold homes. House designs range from 220sqm to 319sqm. Kitchen, lounge, dining room, covered patio, and automated garage. Optional extras include pool, Solar PV inverter backup, Golf cart parking, and more.
• Amenities: Clubhouse, golf course, tennis court, gym, spa, restaurants, parks, children’s play area, 24-hour security.
• Neighbourhood: Situated on Eagle Cayon Golf & Lifestyle Estate, a tranquil escape with rolling green hills, vibrant plant life, wetlands and several parks.

300 on York

A secure, family-friendly estate in the leafy suburb of Ferndale. 300 on York is the ideal residence for people who work in Sandton and want to come home to a quiet and relaxed environment.

• Price: TBA.
• Homes: 3-bedroom homes with ensuite bathrooms. Living area with open plan kitchen and dining room. Patio and garden. Fibre and inverter-ready.
• Amenities: Children’s play area on the estate.
• Neighbourhood: Tree-lined suburb in the heart of Randburg. Easy access to Sandton, major highways, restaurants, shopping centres and recreation.

Skywood

A secure estate with a choice between townhouses and apartments with luxury finishes and built-in high-tech components. Ideal for families, and a short drive from Sandton.

• Price: R3 745 000 — R4 325 000 (townhouses).
  R2 800 000 — R2 850 000 (apartments).
• Homes: 3-bedroom duplex townhouses with ensuite bathrooms, open-plan kitchen and dining room, patio, braai unit, garden, double garage.
  Two-bedroom apartments with single garage.
  Solar inverter and backup power battery, fibre-ready, high-tech components and appliances included.
• Amenities: Pavilion and swimming pool on-site. 24-hour security and CCTV cameras.
• Neighbourhood: Located in the top Johannesburg suburb of Bryanston, where you’ll find healthy organic markets, shopping centres, restaurants, hospitals, and schools.

Akaru

A Japanese-inspired estate with lush forests intended to inspire meditation and contemplation. Houses cater to single professionals and families.

• Price: From R995 000.
• Apartments: 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments.
• Amenities: Business centre, laundry facilities, clubhouse, lap and children’s pool, sports court, gym, 24-hour security.
• Neighbourhood: Another residence situated in the leafy suburb of Bryanston, with a host of recreational attractions along with schools and hospitals.

Find out what you can afford

Whether you’re looking to buy for yourself or expand your investment portfolio, it helps to know what you can afford. Our prequalification process will provide this information, allowing you to budget accordingly and target developments within your price range.

You can get prequalified by contacting an expert at ooba Home Loans or by using our free, online prequalification tool, the Bond Indicator.