Gorgeous views of the urban skyline, one-of-a-kind apartments at reasonable prices and convenience…these are just some of the reasons to buy property in Johannesburg’s inner city.
Here are five great city homes for sale…
1. R2m industrial penthouse in Jeppestown
An inner-city penthouse in Jeppestown, Johannesburg, situated in close proximity to the Alhambra Theatre and Rhodes Park, is on the market for R2 million.
This loft combines distressed ceiling beams, exposed pipes and polished concrete floors to create an expansive industrial-style home.
Ideal for informal living, this free-flowing apartment includes a kitchen area characterised by a multi-functional counter with open shelving on one side and a gas stove, drawers and additional shelves on the other.
In the main bedroom, which features two classic loft lights that hang down from the exposed pipes, is an all-white bathroom built alongside a partially tiled wall. Behind the stand-alone bathtub are built-in, black and white, his and hers sinks and a shower.
Throughout the loft are wide warehouse windows that look out onto the Maboneng Precinct. If you’d like to get a better view, you can step outside and take in the city from the balcony.
This chic penthouse has enough room for two reception areas, a home office or study area and an additional bathroom.
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2. Johannesburg Central studio apartment for R675k
An open-plan studio apartment in central Johannesburg has come onto the market for R675 000.
Offering one bedroom on a raised sleeping area, the exposed piping and raw concrete ceiling give the apartment an modern industrial feeling. At the ‘head’ of the bedroom are two large, yellow pendant lights that give off a warm glow.
Once you step down from the raised platform, you’re in the lounge - a spacious area with fitted storage, open display shelves and views of central Johannesburg.
To the back of the sitting area is a kitchen that consists of a kitchen island with a built-in bar fridge and drawers for extra storage. Above it hang three identical pendant lights (similar to those in the bedroom), which have been fixed to a dark brown false ceiling with recessed lights. Behind the counter are additional kitchen cabinets, a stove and two rows of floating shelves.
The furnishings and interior décor come as an optional extra.
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3. R870k contemporary Newtown flat
A contemporary unit in Newtown, Johannesburg, is on the market for R870 000. Designed for open-plan living, the lounge cum kitchen is enclosed by glass window walls and divided by a kitchen island with open shelves.
Integrated into the granite island is a stove with hob and oven, and further back in the kitchen are extra open shelves, undercounter storage and a grey feature wall that adds to the overall look.
This 87sqm unit offers one spacious bedroom, one bathroom, beautiful views of the city and access to a number of leisure facilities including the Sci Bono Centre, World of Beer and Turbine Hall.
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4. R1.1m Johannesburg Central studio apartment
A fully furnished apartment with African-themed décor in Johannesburg Central is selling for R1.1 million.
This one-bedroom living space has a fitted kitchen with a modern look and mirror splash. The kitchen cabinets offer ample storage space and their handle-free design makes for a neat finish.
Separating the kitchen from the lounge is a kitchen island with a granite top, and above this arrangement is a white false ceiling with recessed lights.
Standing in a cosy niche on a raised platform is the bedroom. Enclosed by light grey walls on two sides, the third wall, which is where the head of the bed is, consists of a darker wall that highlights the space.
To the side of the bedroom, accessed through a separate door, is a luxurious bathroom with a floating vanity cabinet, recessed lights, expansive mirrors and natural finishes.
The apartment building also offers a gym and restaurants on the ground floor.
Click here to view.5. Modern apartment in Johannesburg Central for R2.1m
Situated near roadside coffee shops, Woolworths and Mugg & Bean, this 150sqm flat in central Johannesburg is selling for R2.1 million.
Characterised by open-plan living spaces, the lounge and dining room areas are enclosed by exposed brick walls and warehouse-like windows. The living room has a projector screen with a built-in entertainment stand, parquet flooring, which zig-zags across the lounge into the kitchen, and an all-white ceiling with LED and recessed lights.
Fitted into a compact nook, the kitchen comprises integrated cabinets, a dishwasher, gas stove, microwave and fridge, an L-shaped kitchen island and two modern conical light fixtures.
The three bedroom apartment also features two bathrooms, a parking space, 24-hour security and CCTV cameras.
The apartment is in close proximity to the BRT route and Park Station.
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