Getting to grips with real estate in Roodepoort

For many good reasons, Roodepoort is described as one of Gauteng's most appealing locations. With its abundance of open spaces, entertainment areas and attractive residential areas, it's little wonder that many people continue to choose Roodepoort to call home. As well as offering all the comforts of a big city with shopping centres, entertainment and a university, Roodepoort is just 20 minutes away from nature and wide-open spaces. We spoke to Jawitz Roodepoort branch manager, Warwick Atkinson, to get the lowdown on Roodepoort and all that it has to offer.

What makes Roodepoort a great home?

According to Atkinson, Roodepoort's good mix of accommodation is part of the basis of the area's appeal. "There is a good mix of accommodation here, ranging from affordable housing to upmarket golf estates and retirement homes, meaning that Roodepoort caters for buyers from a wide variety of age and income groups." To this, Atkinson adds that the area is serviced by several major shopping centres as well as numerous smaller suburban centres with national retailers as anchor tenants. "There are also numerous educational facilities in the area, ranging from pre-primary schools to a university, as well as a range of medical facilities," he commented.

The multitude of families who call Roodepoort home will attest to the fact that it is a great place to raise children. The reason for this is the wide range of great outdoor activities that can be found in the area. "Without having to go far from home, residents of Roodepoort will find opportunities to go trail running, mountain biking and exploring," explained Atkinson. "Kloofendal Nature Reserve, the Walter Sisulu National Botanical Gardens and the Cradle of Humankind are all within a short drive of home."

Popular suburbs of Roodepoort

Thanks to an explosion of a wide variety of affordable sectional title units, suburbs such as Wilgeheuwel, Willowbrook, Radiokop and Honeydew have become particularly popular. Those looking for more luxurious properties in higher price brackets are looking in the upmarket estates like Ruimsig Country Estate, Featherbrooke Estate and Eagle Canyon Golf Estate.

Why choose Jawitz as your Roodepoort Property Partner

If you're looking for property in Roodepoort, you have many choices at your disposal, but, according to Atkinson, Jawitz Properties is the property partner you want. "Jawitz Properties Roodepoort and West Rand Agency have been part of the greater Roodepoort community since 2005. Most of our property professionals have been with us for many years," he commented.

"Thanks to our hard work, passion and professional service, we have established ourselves as one of the leading real estate companies in Roodepoort."

Roodepoort facts and statistics

Lightstone data reveals that Roodepoort is home to a good blend of property types, with 45% of market stock being freehold properties and another 45% being sectional title units. The remaining 10% is comprised of freehold and sectional title properties in estates.  The stats reveal Roodepoort to be a comfortable place to call home, with almost half of the existing property owners in the area having owned their homes for 11 years or longer. The area has proven popular amongst younger buyers, with 83% of recent buyers being either young adults (between the ages of 18 and 35) or middle-aged adults (between 36 and 49). Freehold properties in Roodepoort have proved to be an exceptionally good investment, with median prices in the area rising steadily every year for the past decade.

Roodepoort offers fantastic residential value, whether you're buying or renting. It is ideally situated with easy access to major highways and Lanseria Airport. If you would like to buy or rent property in Roodepoort, contact us today.