Hurlingham, Sandton

Hurlingham at a glance

About the suburb of Hurlingham

Hurlingham is a secure, leafy suburb between Sandhurst and Parkmore, right next to the Sandton CBD. Hurlingham is an upmarket suburb with a strong sense of community, favoured by families and young professionals. Most of the properties in Hurlingham are situated on spacious half-acre or one-acre stands, which means that density is low, and the suburb maintains a calm and peaceful atmosphere. Hurlingham has a few modern townhouse complexes with spectacular views overlooking Sandton.

Hurlingham is a relatively small suburb covering an area of less than three square kilometers, in which there are approximately 500 properties comprising almost entirely of freehold units. Houses for sale in Hurlingham start at around R3,5 million for a 3 to 4-bedroom home. However, larger homes can go for upwards of R7 million.

Houses in Hurlingham are among the best property investments in Johannesburg due to the suburb's central location and reputation. There is also a strong demand for rental homes in the area ... particularly those in boomed-off enclosures.

Interesting facts about the history of Hurlingham, Sandton

Hurlingham's story started in May of 1938 when it was first proclaimed as a suburb. Then, it was on a portion of land that was an old farm named Zandfontein, on the Witwatersrand. Hurlingham was named after a renowned English polo field with a thousand-year-old history.

Hurlingham in England can be traced back to 1066! Now a polo field, and club in southwest London, in 1066, it was part of an estate belonging to the Bishops of London. It was open land for centuries, and in the 1600s, buildings were put up on the grounds (hospitals for those who needed to be isolated due to the Black Plague). Homes were built in the 1800s, and in 1869, the Hurlingham Club was official. The first polo match was played there in 1874.

Indeed, it's a fitting ending to the story that Hurlingham in Johannesburg is but 6 kilometers from the Inanda Polo Club in Sandton.

Schools in the area

Medical facilities in the area

You can prioritize your health and welfare in Hurlingham, with convenient access to excellent medical facilities such as Mediclinic Sandton and Mediclinic Morningside. Many private medical, dental, cosmetic, and sports practitioners are nearby in Sandton and Randburg.

Shopping centers and malls in the area

Hurlingham's proximity to the Sandton CBD and other suburbs like Hyde Park and Bryanston means that residents have access to a wide variety of shopping and entertainment destinations. Nicolway and Hyde Park Corner offer a plethora of world-class stores and restaurants. Nelson Mandela Square (Sandton City precinct) is another popular destination for residents of Hurlingham. The square is lined with sidewalk cafes and restaurants and is a constant hub of activity.

The Pick n Pay Centre in Hurlingham, complete with a pet store and a Sorbet nail bar, and the new multi-use development housing the Planet Fitness Gym and Seattle Coffee are popular with Hurlingham residents.

Restaurants to visit in Hurlingham

Hurlingham residents can enjoy the relaxed atmosphere at The Eatalian, an Italian café streetside in neighbouring Parkmore, or a pint and a bite at the Colony Arms pub and eatery in neighbouring Craighall.

Things to do in Hurlingham

The top 5 restaurants near Hurlingham to spoil yourself and your family with on a night out are:

1. Big Mouth Sushi & Grill in Nelson Mandela Square for delicious sushi and more.

2. Pappas on the Square, for authentic yet modern Greek fare.

3. Septimo for those looking for Italian fan favourites and a few surprise dishes

4. The Butcher Shop & Grill in Nelson Mandela Square is the ultimate South African steakhouse experience in a fine dining environment.

5. Tasha's on the Nelson Mandela Square is ever-popular, and the Flamingo room is the place to host an intimate function or take those Insta shots, as the décor is "inspired by African glamour."

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

Hurlingham has a very central location. Near arterial routes of Sandton, in Johannesburg, it is a 40-minute drive to Lanseria airport and a 35-minute drive to the OR Tambo International airport. Most international travellers transit through OR Tambo, while Lanseria airport is popular for local travel and those flying private.

The heart of the Sandton CBD, with the finance houses, JSE, large legal firms, and the Discovery, Sasol, and Bidvest mega-structures, is less than a ten-minute drive. If you need to commute to the Johannesburg CBD (Braamfontein / Newtown / Doornfontein), then you can expect a 30-minute drive from Hurlingham.

Weather in Hurlingham

Beautiful Hurlingham homes, usually with their large gardens, mean the fantastic weather in Johannesburg can genuinely be enjoyed year-round. Sometimes punctuated with brief thundershowers, long summer afternoons and evenings are best enjoyed near the swimming pool or around a braai. Temperatures can peak in the mid-thirty-degree Celsius range. Crisp winter evenings should be spent near the fireplace (or, again, around the braai). Winters are dry, and temperatures can drop to single digits.

Make Hurlingham your home, your story.

Seeff Sandton has been selling homes in Hurlingham for two decades. As market leaders in this beautiful suburb, we can best assist buyers looking to purchase a home in Hurlingham. Please have a look at our portfolio of property for sale in the area and reach out to our sales agent today.