Property in the West Rand: tips, buying, renting and the benefits

Owning or renting property in the West Rand offers residents the alternative country lifestyle. The West Rand extends from Randfontein in the west to Roodepoort in the east and includes the towns of Krugersdorp and Magaliesburg. The West Rand may belong to a separate municipality, but it still remains within the Greater Johannesburg metropolitan area. With easy access to main roads and highways it is not uncommon for people to commute between the West Rand and Johannesburg on a daily basis.

The West Rand offers up- market property to match the likes of Sandton and other northern Johannesburg suburbs. Westrand property sizes range from large homes ideal for families, townhouses for fist time property buyers, complexes for young professionals and secure villages. Huge shopping malls offer plenty in the way of entertainment and restaurant choices. West Rand property is situated less than 45 minutes from Sandton, Pretoria and Johannesburg. It is also close to airports: O.R Tambo International and Lanseria International Airport.

West Rand property offers great outdoor activities

The West Rand was born out of the discovery of gold in the area, although a greater part of this area remains rural and largely unspoilt, encompassing some of Gauteng’s most beautiful scenery and enviable weather. Two mountain ranges, the Magaliesburg and the Witwatersberg, grace the western fringes of the region, which, when combined with the Skeerpoort and Crocodile River valleys, makes for beautiful and interesting hikes, rock climbs and days out in nature.

Why buy rent or buy property in the West Rand

The appealing Crocodile Ramble that meanders in and around the Cradle of Humankind and Hartbeespoort Dam offers a series of fun things to do for the whole family including:

• Art studios
  
• Galleries
  
• Pubs
  
• Tea gardens
  
• Nurseries
  
• Picnic and camping spots
  
• Bird walks
  
• 4x4 trails
  
• Hiking
  
• Horse trails
  
• Heritage tour

The Hartbeespoort Dam is a mecca for Gauteng residents who travel over the weekends to enjoy the many water activities it offers. For this reason many Johannesburg dwellers choose to rent or buy property in the West Rand.

When it comes to property in the West Rand you can trust us at Chas Everitt Westrand to find you your dream home. Whether you are wishing to rent or buy property in the West Rand we will assist you in finding your ideal home. Our professional real estate agents will satisfy all your property requirements in the following areas of the West Rand and all the surrounds:

• Roodepoort
  
• Allens Nek
  
• Florida
  
• Florida Park
• Florida Glen
  
• Florida Hills
  
• Florida Lake
  
• Hamberg
  
• Roodekrans
  
• Discovery
  
• Maraisburg
  
• Kloofendal

If you are looking for property in the West Rand to buy or rent contact us at Chas Everitt.

Principal Estelle Marais
Cell 0823719745
Office (011) 472 2200
Fax 011) 472-2223
estellem@everitt.co.za