All the advantages of living in estates and boomed-off areas

The first advantage that comes to mind when thinking about estates and boomed-off areas/roads is security - and while this should not be underestimated, there are also many other reasons to consider making your next property investment in one of these areas. Jawitz Properties takes a look at everything that residential estates and boomed-off roads have to offer their residents.

Precinct management

While you are likely to be asked to pay towards the cost of maintaining your neighbourhood, residents of boomed-off areas and estates will tell you that their homeowners' association fees are put to good use to keep their area looking good and feeling safe. In such areas, you'll find that everything just seems to work, with lawns being mowed, common property kept tidy and (if applicable), swimming pools that are always sparkling. Thus, emphasis must be made on keeping up with your fee payments towards the enclosures so that they can remain operational.

Many boomed-off areas and estates have dedicated apps which their residents can use to report an emergency or municipal issue and get updates and information about what is happening in the area. Some apps include chat features that can be used to talk about issues pertinent to the neighbourhood.

Help in case of emergency

Most residential estates and boomed-off neighbourhoods will have an arrangement in place with an armed response company to ensure that their residents receive the help they need as quickly as possible when they need it. This applies not only to break-ins but also to medical and household emergencies. If you need an ambulance or help with a household emergency, assistance is likely to be at your front door significantly faster if you are a resident of an estate or boomed-off area.

Keeping residents safe

Over and above providing assistance when a crime takes place in the area, armed response companies in boomed-off areas and estates carry out patrols and do everything within their power to make the neighbourhood an unappealing target for criminal elements. While no one can be denied access to an area according to South African law, many homeowners' associations will put up CCTV cameras and install boom gates that stay down just long enough to record an image of entering vehicles and their number plates. Security teams will also undertake patrols of neighbourhoods, which make it clear to criminal elements that this particular area is not a soft target.

Property values

There will most certainly be a value-add in properties that offer superior security. Estates and boomed-off areas are seen to be safe areas where children can grow up in idyllic environments. The layers of protection offered by these environments will protect property values in the area, making such properties a wise investment.

4 quick reasons why estates and boomed-off roads are well-loved

1. Depending on the estate or the area, a variety of leisure activities might be available, from walking trails and parks to swimming pools, gyms, clubhouses and more.

2. Living in an environment like this creates a sense of community. There are ample opportunities to get involved in your neighbourhood.

3. As well as retaining their value, homes in estates and in boomed-off areas tend to fetch higher rentals than freestanding homes in non-boomed neighbourhoods.

4. Having a body corporate or homeowners' association will usually mean that your home's surroundings are kept beautiful and well run.

Over the years, Jawitz Properties have helped many people find their ideal home in an estate or a boomed-off areas/roads. You can trust us to help you find the right property for you, no matter which part of South Africa you call home. Contact us today for more information about the advantages of living in estates and boomed-off neighbourhoods.