Alveda, Johannesburg

Nestled in Johannesburg's southern suburbs, between the hustle and bustle of the city and the further outlying rural areas, lies the small suburb of Alveda, where residents get to enjoy a peaceful way of life and the perfect blend of urban convenience and country living. One of the lesser-known facts about Alveda is that it offers quick access to Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve, which is undoubtedly one of Joburg's best-kept secrets.

Getting to know Alveda

A quick glance at homeownership statistics for Alveda reveals that 44% of Alveda's homeowners have owned their properties for at least 11 years, with another 29% having made their investment at least eight years ago. This paints a picture of a stable investment and a comfortable home. The area is proving popular with buyers between the ages of 18 and 49, with 81% of recent buyers falling into this category.

Types of properties available in Alveda

The CSi Property Group has an array of affordable two-bedroom apartments available in Alveda, many of which are located in the popular Route 82 complex. Residents of Route 82 get to take advantage of 24-hour security, complete with electric fences, biometric access control and armed response. With features like a kids' play area, an onsite self-service car wash and a café, convenience is right at home for residents of Route 82.

Amenities in the area

Shopping centres in and around Alveda include Alveda Square, Columbine Square Shopping Centre and Mall of the South, among various others.

Schools close to home for Alveda residents include Curro Waterstone, a highly regarded independent school that caters for learners right from Grade R to Grade 12. There are also excellent government schools in neighbouring suburbs close to home.

If you need emergency medical care as a resident of Alveda, you're less than 10km from Unitas Hospital and Raslouw Private Hospital. You'll also find an array of doctors, dentists and other medical professionals close to home.

Entertainment and things to do

If you live in Alveda, you have the privilege of having the Klipriviersberg Nature Reserve virtually on your doorstep. There are many great reasons to visit this nature reserve, and here are our top three. For starters, there is no entrance fee. Secondly, the reserve is rated by many as a birdwatching hotspot - where at least 230 bird species have been identified. If you're lucky, you can also spot an array of wildlife including zebra, red hartebeest and black wildebeest. Thirdly, it's a fantastic opportunity to stretch your legs and go for a hike. All Trails has a list of 12 hiking trails, rated easy to moderate.

Alveda makes a great home for golfers, as you're just a few minutes' drive from South Downs Country Club, where you can enjoy 18 holes. While we're on the topic of sporting facilities, the nearby Kibler Park Recreation Centre is a public facility for indoor and outdoor sports - and playing sports like basketball here forms a favourite activity for many Alveda residents.

As part of Johannesburg South, Alveda also boasts proximity to some of Johannesburg's best-known attractions, such as the James Hall Museum of Transport and Gold Reef City.

Reasons to call Alveda home

• A tranquil lifestyle and quiet surroundings
• Affordable real estate
• Proximity to everything that Johannesburg South has to offer

Make Alveda your new home

If you're interested in finding a property to rent in Alveda, get in touch with the CSi Property Group. We've got our finger on the pulse of Johannesburg South and we'd be glad to help you find the right home.