Parktown's history goes back to the earliest days of Joburg, and many of the Randlords who made their fortunes from gold mining built mansions here, some of which still exist. The area is central and close to the Joburg CBD.

Suburb with good growth, which offers more value than surrounding areas, is close to the Gautrain and offers a short commute to the Rosebank and Sandton business areas, making it ideal for executives as well as families wishing to be close to reputab

Joburg North has many large, older properties that could be profitably redeveloped without fears about over-capitalising. The area is close to Fourways and Sandton and has excellent access to major highways, so it offers residents a good commute

Highlands North is an established and affordable area with many older homes attracting renovators and investors. It is relatively central with excellent access to other parts of Joburg and its many nearby schools are a draw for young families

Houghton Estate, once home to Nelson Mandela, has many historic houses set in tree-lined roads. The properties are big and can be eye-wateringly expensive, but sub-division is creeping in with some large gardens now accommodating sectional title prop

Situated close to main travel routes and the popular Cresta Shopping Centre, and with many properties in secured areas, the homes in this suburb have held their value and residents tend to stay for decades

Situated in the northern suburbs and an easy commute to workplaces in Sandton, the suburb has a great spirit of community with residents involved in upkeep. It is becoming popular with young families who appreciate its proximity to educational insti

This suburb in eastern Joburg is close to the city’s main airport, shopping malls and good schools. Its older homes on large properties have been secured in boomed-off areas

Centrally situated and close to Joburg’s main airport and good schools, property in the area has shown stable growth and the suburb has become a firm favourite with many of the city’s Chinese residents and entrepreneurs