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.Â
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.Â
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.Â
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
New17R1,300,000184m² Vacant Land For Sale in WestLake Country & Safari Estate
New33R6,950,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Newlands3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings105m²
New17R5,500,0004 Bedroom House For Sale in Estate D' Afrique4 Beds4.5 Baths2 Parkings420m²
New15R530,0002 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Pellissier2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking58m²
New11R17,000 pm1 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Houghton Estate1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
New31R36,000 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Oude Westhof4 Beds2 Baths5 Parkings300m²
New13R7,000 pm0.5 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Braamfontein0.5 Bed1 Bath35m²
New11R4,400 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Braamfontein2 Beds1 Bath26m²
New10POA627m² Business For Sale in Walvis Bay Central627m²
New34POA1,254m² Business For Sale in Walvis Bay Central1,254m²
New13R19,700,000108,100m² Vacant Land For Sale in Hazyview
New6R16,000,000105,112m² Vacant Land For Sale in Nelspruit Rural
New15R14,200 pm439m² Building To Let in Worcester Central439m²
New6R132,944 pm627m² Business To Let in Walvis Bay Central627m²
New6R11,500 pm100m² Business To Let in Navalsig100m²
New8R5,200 pm25m² Office To Let in NorthmeadOpen25m²
35R45,000,00011.60Ha Small Holding For Sale in Paarl Rural350m²
1R4,322,00039Ha Farm For Sale in Grootfontein80m²
15R13,700,000480m² Lodge For Sale in Dendron480m²
20R20,000,00032Ha Farm For Sale in Wellington Rural
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
11R3,400,000450m² Business Centre For Sale in Haumannshof49 Lourens streetOpen450m²
27R7,750,000176m² Retail For Sale in Umhlanga RidgeOpen176m²
7R1,250,000Business For Sale in Wavecrest
25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
4R15,500 pm100m² Retail To Let in Hermanus Central100m²
20R30,000 pm103m² Retail To Let in Umhlanga Ridge103m²
11R96,200 pm520m² Retail To Let in Diep River520m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
New2R581,0007,142m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central7,142m²
New2R580,0007,117m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central7,117m²
New2R395,0004,750m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central4,750m²
New13R8,115,0002,539m² Warehouse For Sale in Otjiwarongo Central2,539m²
25R22,680 pm216m² Warehouse To Let in Briardene216m²
19R6,000 pm78m² Office To Let in George IndustrialOpen78m²
18R21,500 pm168m² Workshop To Let in George Industrial168m²
25R43,000 pm385m² Warehouse To Let in Riverhorse Valley385m²
4R1,390,00053,365m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
19R1,700,000120m² Business For Sale in Lydenburg120m²
17R1,450,000120m² Office For Sale in Randpark Ridge120m²
30R4,500,000207m² Building For Sale in Heidelberg339 kloof207m²
12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
Reduced18R29,000 pm500m² Office To Let in Worcester Central500m²
18R77,000 pm424m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD424m²
On Show6R15,000 pm1,450m² Small Holding To Let in Nelspruit Rural450m²
New67POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in The Heads3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
36From R10,553 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in St Francis Bay Village3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
48POA5 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Bantry Bay5 Beds5 Baths5 Parkings
15POA2 Bedroom Self-Catering Flat in Scottburgh Central2 Beds1 Bath1 ParkingNo listings found
Recently sold in Pietermaritzburg
NewSold6R400,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Ncandu Park3 Beds1.5 Baths1 Parking
Sold4R1,600,0005 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Protea Park5 Beds2 Baths6 Parkings
Sold6R690,0001 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Loevenstein1 Bed1 Bath43m²
Sold5R5,600,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Essexwold4 Beds4.5 Baths13 Parkings450m²
Sold10R520,0001 Bedroom Sectional Title Sold in Darling1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings
Sold24R2,395,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Claremont Upper2 Lichfield, 1 Foyle Road2 Beds1 Bath3 Parkings84m²
Sold43R1,750,0005 Bedroom House Sold in Illovo Glen5 Beds4 Baths3 Parkings
Sold3R2,900,000565m² Vacant Land Sold in Franschhoek15 HEIDE STREET
Sold12R2,250,0002 Bedroom Apartment Block Sold in Umhlanga Ridge2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking71m²Recently let in Pietermaritzburg
NewRented28R14,500 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Pinelands3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings91m²
NewRented14R10,800 pm2 Bedroom Garden Cottage Rented in Durbanville Central2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
NewRented17R6,000 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Silverton3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking95m²
NewRented31R28,000 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Waterkloof Ridge3 Beds2.5 Baths2 Parkings362m²
Rented19R13,500 pm3 Bedroom Sectional Title Rented in Eden Glen32 SS GLEN GARDENS, 1 Harris Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings123m²
Rented11R8,300 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Costa Da Gama2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking47m²
Rented26R15,000 pm2 Bedroom Townhouse Rented in Lynnwood2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Rented15R8,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in The Wolds2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented22POA1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Loevenstein1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking -
Branches
MidlandsPhone: 084 346 8084Address: The Rockjumper Building 39 Garlick Avenue Garlington Estate Hilton 3245 -
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