Which area of Gauteng is right for you?

Whether you're moving to Gauteng or simply looking for a new home within the province, there are an array of great areas to choose from. The CSi Property Group looks at some of the most popular areas of Gauteng - including Akasia, Centurion, Randburg and Sandton - and considers why they make such fantastic homes.

Everything Akasia residents love about their home

Akasia is a group of suburbs in Pretoria's north where residents get to make the most of a laid-back way of life, proximity to the countryside and easy access to all the perks of big city life. Akasia encompasses an array of suburbs such as Amandasig, Chantelle, Karenpark, The Orchards and Wonderpark Estate, amongst various others. With shopping malls, retirement complexes, great schools and much more encapsulated in this friendly, family-orientated area, Akasia has a well-deserved reputation of being a great place to call home.

Introducing Centurion

Centurion's positioning - between Midrand and Pretoria - makes it a popular suburban area, and the expanding of city limits from both Johannesburg and Pretoria make Centurion a perfect home for business executives. Living in Centurion gives you easy access to Johannesburg, Midrand, Krugersdorp and Pretoria - and you also get to take advantage of the Gautrain. There are many gated communities and private housing estates in Centurion, giving would-be residents lots of appealing and safe options to choose from. The things that many Centurion residents love about their home are the country feeling, tree-lined streets and friendly ambience.

Like Akasia, Centurion is made up of a wide variety of suburbs, including, amongst others, Eldoraigne, Monavoni and Rooihuiskraal. The suburb of Heuweloord is another popular place to call home in Centurion.

Why Randburg is highly regarded

Randburg is an upmarket area made up of more than 30 suburbs. Residents of Randburg love the fact that their homes are in close proximity to various attractions as well as parks and outdoor areas where they can spend time.

Properties in Randburg are extremely varied, and would-be buyers or renters can find large freestanding houses as well as apartments and attractive cluster homes. One of the advantages of calling Randburg home is that there are also many businesses headquartered in the area, meaning that it's possible to live close to work and cut down your commute.

Randburg is home to a range of shopping malls including Cresta Centre, Northgate Mall and Randburg Square, to name just a few. There's also a thriving nightlife with restaurants and theatre, as well as plenty of sporting activities to participate in and outstanding medical facilities.

How Sandton got its great reputation

Prestigious. Sought-after. Luxurious. These are all words that come to mind when people think about Sandton. It's the perfect blend of a buzzing social scene, green spaces to enjoy the great outdoors and shopping like you'll find almost nowhere else in South Africa. If you live in Sandton, you'll have a chance to send your children to prestigious public and private schools like Sandton Primary School, Bryanston Primary School and Crawford College Sandton.

If you're looking to buy or rent a home in Gauteng's most sophisticate area, you'll find great options in suburbs like Beverley, Morningside and Dainfern. Those looking for a retirement home in Sandton can find a fabulous home in Douglasdale.

Whether you're looking to buy or rent property in Gauteng, there's an area that's perfect for every individual and family. Gauteng properties are often more reasonably priced than their counterparts in other parts of South Africa, providing just one more reason to make Gauteng your home. For help in finding the perfect home to buy or rent here, get in touch with the CSi Property Group today.