Pietermaritzburg
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Pietermaritzburg, which is situated within the Msunduzi Municipal boundary, is the capital and second-largest city of the KwaZulu-Natal province. Pietermaritzburg is called Maritzburg by the locals and is often abbreviated to PMB. The area is centrally located between Durban and the Drakensberg and is famous for hosting sports events such as the Comrades or Dusi Marathon. Pietermaritzburg is a family-orientated area boasting some of the top schools in the province and is home to a variety of property types including freestanding homes, sectional title units and apartments.
A brief history of the area
Pietermaritzburg was founded in 1838 and named after two leaders of the Voortrekkers Pieter Retief and Gerrit Maritz. The village was later taken over and made into a British military garrison as a defence in case of attacks. Many German and British immigrants settled here over the years as the town flourished with quaint Victorian and Edwardian buildings and features that remain today.
Distance from key points
Pietermaritzburg residents looking to reach Durban can do so in approximately 1h 4 minutes (77,3 km) via the N3 and Pietermaritzburg Airport is a 13-minute drive (6,2 km) via Oribi Road.
Climate
Pietermaritzburg has a Marine - Mild Winter climate with an average annual daily temperature of 22.87 ºC. The wettest month of the year is January which sees roughly 179.83 mm of rainfall while the warmest month is February with an average daily temperature of 27.5 ºC.
Schools in the area
Pietermaritzburg is home to some of the top premier schools in the KwaZulu-natal province, so you won't have any trouble finding the perfect school to enrol your child into. Here are some of the top ones you should consider.
Ridge Junior Primary School, Epworth School, Merchiston Preparatory School, Carter High School, St Nicholas Diocesan School, St John's DSG Pietermaritzburg, Longmarket Girls' School, The Wykeham Collegiate, Alexandra High School, Russell High School, Maritzburg Christian School, St Charles College, Pietermaritzburg Girls' High School and Voortrekker High School.
Healthcare in the area
When you're in need of emergency medical assistance, you will be able to get the help you require at Netcare St Anne's Hospital which is only a four-minute drive. Nearby hospitals including Royal Hospital or Midlands Specialists Private Hospital are also great hospitals.
If it's just a check-up or some medication you need to get, you can do so at Mediclinic Pietermaritzburg, Victoria Medical Centre or Medicross Medical Centre.
If your beloved pet is in need of medical assistance, you can take them to Veterinary House Hospital, Longmarket Veterinary Clinic or Chase Valley Veterinary Clinic.
Shopping centres
Whether it's clothing, jewellery, electronics, home decor or groceries on your shopping list, you'll need to know where to go. Some of the best shopping malls in the area include Cascades Lifestyle Centre, Victoria Square, Parklane Shopping Centre, Victoria Centre and Athlone Circle Mall.
Restaurants
The area provides some wonderful restaurants ready to tantalise your tastebuds such as Mozambik, Essence Cafe & Grill, Jayz Grill, Sagewood Cafe, El Sombrero Spur Steak Ranch, Tandoor The Clay Oven, Vigour & Verve and Jimmy's Killer Prawns.
Special attractions
Pietermaritzburg has some lovely attractions for its residents to enjoy. Here are some of the places you may want to explore.
The KwaZulu-Natal Museum is the perfect place to spend the day learning fascinating facts and brushing up on your history.
The Golden Horse Casino is not just for gamblers, they also offer activities such as Golf, putt-putt and an arcade for the kids to play.
The whole family will enjoy a trip to Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife where you can go on a hike and see beautiful scenery and Africa's amazing animals.
Make Pietermaritzburg your home. Let it be your story.
With homes that offer more value for your money, excellent schools and some amazing amenities in the area, Pietermaritzburg is definitely a top choice. Seeff has a wide range of properties within Pietermaritzburg for you to choose from whether you're looking to purchase a property or rent a home, so contact one of our property practitioners today.
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Properties in Pietermaritzburg
New36R10,000,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Karindal3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
New18R2,600,0002 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Gardens2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking84m²
New52R20,990,000988Ha Farm For Sale in Stilbaai Rural3 Beds2 Baths1 Parking
New39R2,350,0001 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Cape Town City Centre1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking41m²
New34R13,800 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Aquapark4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings230m²
New17R7,800 pm1 Bedroom Flat To Let in Wolseley1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
New26R10,500 pm3 Bedroom Townhouse To Let in Bendor3 Beds3 Baths3 Parkings163m²
New68R36,000 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Mzingazi Golf Estate4 Beds4.5 Baths4 Parkings
New35POA28,051m² Small Holding For Sale in Ashburton795m²
New40R3,840,0001,386m² Factory For Sale in Jeppestown39 Betty streetCovered1,386m²
New55R22,000,000874m² Guesthouse For Sale in Paradise126 Old Cape RoadOpen874m²
New27R2,900,000144.20m² Building For Sale in Heidelberg144.20m²
New29R153,000 pm1,000m² Office To Let in Secunda1,000m²
New18R31,660 pm425m² Building To Let in Secunda Commercial425m²
12R12,500 pm100m² Office To Let in Trichardt100m²
12R28,000 pm221m² Office To Let in Murrayfield221m²
6R1,100,00010Ha Farm For Sale in Otavi
6R1,100,00010Ha Farm For Sale in Otavi
Reduced5R2,620,0007.90Ha Small Holding For Sale in Spitskop SH
Reduced18R1,780,0004.30Ha Farm For Sale in Roodewal254m²
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
7R1,250,000Business For Sale in Wavecrest
25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
Reduced15R4,276,000494m² Office For Sale in Walvis Bay Central494m²
15R6,000,0000.10m² Service Station For Sale in Thornville0.10m²
10R56,600 pm450m² Warehouse To Let in Sentra Park450m²
10R7,000 pm72m² Office To Let in Worcester Central72m²
7R8,500 pm70m² Retail To Let in Eduan Park70m²
8R12,600 pm154m² Retail To Let in Melville154m²
New19R3,730,000Building For Sale in Klipfontein
New24R1,200,000143m² Industrial Yard For Sale in Wolseley143m²
15R16,180,0002,200m² Industrial Yard For Sale in Alton2,200m²
7R450,0002,704m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
10R63,250 pm75m² Industrial Yard To Let in Industrial75m²
7R18,975 pm136m² Warehouse To Let in Heavy Industrial136m²
8R21,505 pm166m² Warehouse To Let in Heavy Industrial166m²
10R10,750 pm84m² Workshop To Let in George IndustrialCoveredOpen84m²
New15R7,000,000680m² Building For Sale in Langerug680m²
53R5,950,000515m² Business For Sale in Kloof29a Abelia RoadOpen515m²
71R6,200,000540m² Office For Sale in Agatha Park540m²
23R12,000,00043Ha Farm For Sale in LeeudoringstadRE ptn25 Farm 89 Klipspruit Maquassi Hills, North West1m²
19R12,650 pm120m² Office To Let in Walvis Bay Central120m²
16R15,500 pm90m² Business To Let in Bedfordview80A Van der Linde Road90m²
6R16,500 pm330m² Workshop To Let in Wellington North330m²
13R8,000 pm40m² Office To Let in Weltevreden Park40m²
New26POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering Duplex in Knysna Quays9330 Spinnaker Drive3 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings
New4From R5,000 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus32 Chanteclaire Avenue4 Beds4 Baths4 Parkings
New19POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Thesen IslandsA35 Advocet Crescent3 Beds3 Baths3 Parkings
New50POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering Villa in Pinnacle Point Golf Estate3 Beds3 Baths1 ParkingNo listings found
Recently sold in Pietermaritzburg
NewSold8R1,295,0002 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Vredenburg2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking
NewSold10R3,950,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Blouberg Rise3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings136m²
Sold7R470,000862m² Vacant Land Sold in Bayview
Sold12R650,0001 Bedroom Studio Apartment Sold in Leonard1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings30m²
Sold23R450,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Gariepdam3 Beds1 Bath3 Parkings
Sold21R1,150,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Modderfontein505 SS WESTLAKE ECO-ESTATE, 43 Westfield Road2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings106m²
Sold14R895,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Uitsig3 Beds1.5 Baths3 Parkings130m²
Sold7POA3 Bedroom House Sold in Kleinmond Central36 8th Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Sold8R1,650,000912m² Vacant Land Sold in Kromme River EstatePtn 19 Far BoschkloofRecently let in Pietermaritzburg
NewRented9R3,300 pm1 Bedroom Flat Rented in Vredenburg1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented14R7,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Arboretum2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
Rented24R20,000 pm5 Bedroom Freestanding Rented in Auckland Park51 Hampton Avenue5 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings400m²
Rented19R9,350 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Wavecrest2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking78m²
Rented20R14,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Tyger Waterfront2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking85m²
Rented20R13,400 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Faerie Glen3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Rented7R4,500 pm1 Bedroom Flat Rented in Vredenburg1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking40m²
Rented10R3,000 pm1 Bedroom Studio Apartment Rented in Clermont3 ., 18 Gumede Road1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented21R18,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Century City2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings87.20m² -
Branches
MidlandsPhone: 084 346 8084Address: The Rockjumper Building 39 Garlick Avenue Garlington Estate Hilton 3245 -
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