Sunninghill, Sandton

Sunninghill at a glance

About the suburb of Sunninghill

Sunninghill has many commercial and corporate business sectors in the suburb and is a residential area well situated for those working in the Rivonia, Sandton, and Midrand areas.  Many younger, skilled professionals choose this area as a place to live and invest in apartments and townhouses, which are less expensive than individual houses. As their income or families grow, they tend to upgrade to larger homes in their beloved suburb.

Interesting facts about the history of Sunninghill

There has been continuous development in Sunninghill, with previously open land being utilized to establish apartments, townhouses, and cluster complexes. There are now over 3 600 sectional title properties in Sunninghill. Only 30% of the suburb is freehold property, usually in the form of cluster homes and homes within security compounds.

Schools in the area

St Peter's College is a private high school off Maxwell Drive in Sunninghill. The feeder private preparatory school, St Peter's Prep, is in neighbouring Paulshof. King David primary school is near Woodmead, and public school Rivonia Primary is in the namesake suburb of Rivonia, which is also nearby. There are newer private schools in the Waterfall City region (Reddam, Curro, and Pinnacle College), which are a 10 to 15-minute drive from Sunninghill, depending on where in Sunninghill you're living.

Medical facilities in the area

The Sunninghill Hospital is a private Netcare hospital.

Specialized services at Sunninghill hospital include maternity and baby, burns, transplants, bariatric surgeries, robotic-assisted surgeries, cardiac facilities, and cancer care services. There is 24-hour emergency departments and two trauma units. Pediatrics at Sunninghill Hospital is widely respected.

Shopping centers and malls in the area

There are several shopping options locally in Sunninghill itself, including the Sunninghill Square, Sunninghill Village, and Chili Lane centers. On the corner of Witkoppen and Rivonia roads, Rivonia Crossing is also only a short drive from central Sunninghill. Kyalami Corner and Waterfall Corner are also convenient for Sunninghill residents.

Restaurants to visit in Sunninghill

Del Forno for Italian pasta and pizza is in the Chili Lane center, and Mozambik for Portuguese specialties is in the Sunninghill Square center. Hussar Grill at Waterfall Corner is a superb option for those keen on a steak dinner. La Rossa Mexican Grill on Montecasino Boulevard is perfect for a fun-filled fiesta, typical Mexican foods (tacos/quesadillas/nachos), and plenty of tequila!

Things to do in Sunninghill

Looking for weekend activities around Sunninghill? Here are our Top 5 things to do in and around the suburb:

1. Rivonia Recreational Club in Achter Road, Paulshof, is a tennis club with six all-weather courts, two grass courts, gymnastic classes, bowling greens, and a restaurant.

2. The Prison Break Market on Main Road in Midrand is a craft market with designer stalls set in 7 sheds ... the star food market shed, the yard eatery shed, the crafters shed, the clay café shed, the Dreambox shed, the San Quentin Events shed, and the Pour House shed. Don't let the "Midrand" location deter you... The Prison Break Market is set just between Lonehill and Kyalami and is a short drive from Sunninghill.

3. Mall of Africa, only 10 minutes from Sunninghill, is the largest shopping mall in South Africa; it has over 300 shops to browse. There are local stores, international brands, eateries, and entertainment options.

4. Monte Casino, which is in Fourways, and just a 10 to 15-minute drive from Sunninghill, has a Bird Park, which is a super day out for everyone. The gaming casino, theatre, bowling alley, and cinema complex are inside the main building. There are restaurants, takeaway shops, and gelato stalls.

5. Fourways Mall is also convenient for residents of Sunninghill. One of the great attractions for kids in Fourways Mall is the Bounce trampoline studio. If parents feel full of energy, they can join in on the fun too!

Distance to airports, main roads, and the CBD

Easy access to the N1, which forms the southern boundary of Sunninghill, via the Rivonia Road off-ramp makes commuting from Sunninghill a breeze.

The airport nearest to Sunninghill is Lanseria Airport, which is commonly used for domestic flights and private charters. The major Johannesburg airport, OR Tambo International Airport, is 35 kilometers from Sunninghill. Lanseria is 25 kilometers from Sunninghill.

Situated between the heart of Sandton and the newer Midrand central business district, Sunninghill is an easy commute to work, should you be working from an office. If working in the Johannesburg inner city, it's a 35-kilometer commute on the N1 / M1 highways.

Weather in Sunninghill

The weather in Sunninghill is exceptionally good. Johannesburg enjoys hot summers, cool winters, and mild autumn and spring months.  Temperatures in summer can rise to 35 or 36 degrees Celsius. On winter mornings, the temperatures can drop to near zero. The sun shines 80% of the time, and residents of Sunninghill can enjoy an outdoor lifestyle year-round.

Make Sunninghill your home, your story.

Our area specialist agent at Seeff, Kelly Berkowitz, sells homes in Sunninghill and can help you find the perfect property. Browse her portfolio of property for sale here and be in touch.

We also have rental homes available for lease in Sunninghill. Browse the properties to rent here, and if something catches your eye, don't hesitate to reach out to our rental agent Rumbi Matsika.