u/F4iryPerson

Hi everyone

I’ve been looking to buy an apartment for a while now. I work in Sandton, so I’d like to be within a reasonable commuting distance and time but I also want to make sure I’m buying somewhere that’s a good long-term investment.

I’ve been looking in areas such as Northcliff, Linden, and Bryanston, but I’ve recently started considering Sunninghill as the apartments are newer and in better condition. I’ve viewed a few apartments in different parts of the area, and one thing I’ve noticed is that there seem to be “For Sale” boards everywhere, almost every complex I visit has several units on the market.

Is there a reason for this? Are there any issues with Sunninghill or anything I should be aware of before buying there?

Context/TLDR: I’m not from Johannesburg originally but have been staying in Fourways for a few years. I’ve found an apartment that I like in Sunninghill but am concerned about the area.

Hi guys, I hope all of you are well.

As the title of this post suggests, it seems as though my time in the Western Cape is coming to an end, and I am looking to make the move to your beautiful city.

Some background:

I'm a young professional - I am a structural engineer with two years of experience in the consulting/design space. I am actively looking for opportunities, but more importantly, I am wondering which are good areas to rent an apartment/house in JHB and surrounds.

Of course, knowing where I would work would heavily impact my final choice of suburb/area, but I would not even know where to start looking for accommodation.

What areas to your knowledge are good i.t.o of the safety to price ratio? Which areas do friends/relatives of yours who were in a similar position to me find their feet?

I'd love to hear more from you guys, and I am honestly looking forward to taking on this new challenge and experiencing your beautiful city.

Have a blessed Saturday everyone!

My landlord is threatening to change the locks to our backroom flat cause I'm behind rent with 2 months? Can he legally do this? I understand its his house but I'm concerned to be left out on the streets with my daughter and partner.