Developments

Buyers can build their dream home in this one-of-a-kind development. Imagine waking up to the sounds of sheep put to pasture; wandering through the vineyard of 400 table grapes or the olive grove with 500 trees; or foraging around the picking lanes of fruit and vegetables – these are some of the urban farming activities that Entabeni will offer. Forest and wilderness area The surrounding nature...

Germanis says that Franschhoek’s property market is characterised by a strong concentration of wealth, rising property values, increasing local demand and limited development, making it an attractive destination for both residential living and investment opportunities. A thriving community surrounded by established estates, winelands and beautiful scenery, it offers a variety of activities and...

The expected occupation date of 2 on Tabak is early 2025. A lifestyle estate located in Paarl, the development is suitable for families, but designed to host young professionals. It will also feature work areas and coffee shops. Situated in the heart of southern Paarl, 2 on Tabak presents the perfect opportunity for young professionals and couples to start their journey – as they take their first steps...

Lush green spaces and a family-friendly lifestyle beckon at Conradie Park in Pinelands, Cape Town. Amenities at this expansive R4-billion 22-hectare development include two private schools, creches, doggy daycare, parks, public spaces, medical facilities.   Conradie Park consists of four residential complexes – Castle Rock, Boulders, Kings Blockhouse, and Paarl Rock. Each complex offers a selection of...

“Live, shop, play” is the calling card of Greenwood Square, Emmarentia’s newest mixed use development. Embracing retail, entertainment, dining, a medical centre and luxury apartments and penthouses, it epitomizes luxury, security, and convenience. This exclusive development is situated in the heart of Emmarentia, Johannesburg. It is nestled amidst the lush greenery of Greenside, and aims to...

O’Donnell’s leadership is driving Abcon’s efforts to create spaces that not only meet current market demands, but also set new benchmarks for sustainability, convenience and community-focused design. Commenting on the development landscape, he says that, “Across South Africa, urban nodes are experiencing rapid transformation, with mixed-use precincts leading the charge. These integrated...

Tailored for Legal Professionals: New Cape Town Collective serviced offices offer ideal workspace in the CBD Cape Town, 2 July 2024 – Though legal professionals still require physical office space for work, meetings and client hosting purposes, much has changed in terms of how and when these offices are utilised. With the pandemic accelerating remote and hybrid work, attorneys, advocates and other...

The City of Cape Town’s Council recently adopted the creation of a Development Charges Fund to support micro-developers building affordable housing in lower income communities. The fund will subsidise development charges for small-scale rental unit developments to stimulate the affordable housing market and attract investment. “The creation of a Development Charges Fund will unlock new...

Ordinary South Africans-turned-micro-developers in the townships have been hailed as the property heroes of the city, with their ability to curb an impending affordable housing crisis. The micro-developers began in earnest about 20 years ago to respond to the scarcity of affordable housing by providing low-cost rental stock by either building onto their homes or demolishing their homes and building...

South Africa is experiencing a housing crisis and experts are predicting that the population will grow by 75 000 people a year over the next 20 years. Which leads to the question: where will all the people live? Unfortunately, it is unlikely that the national government and the private sector will be able to meet the demand, based on future projections. But in Cape Town, things are a bit different...