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
New158R2,600,0006 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in Stanger Manor12 Keval Road6 Beds5 Baths8 Parkings420m²
New27R3,300,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Leonard3 Beds2.5 Baths4 Parkings
New63R19,500,0007 Bedroom House For Sale in High Riding Country Estate7 Beds7.5 Baths8 Parkings1,000m²
New66R4,750,0006 Bedroom House For Sale in Klein Berlyn56 Swartrivier Road6 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings450m²
New20R23,000 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Uitzicht4 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings
New9R4,200 pm2 Bedroom Freehold To Let in Sandla2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
New10R4,100 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Lydenburg2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
New38R34,000 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Pecanwood Estate4 Beds4 Baths6 Parkings337m²
New30R2,900,000224m² Office For Sale in Fauna Park224m²
New30R2,500,000760m² Business For Sale in Venterstad760m²
New9R65,0008m² Storage Unit For Sale in Gants Plaza8m²
New9R65,0008m² Storage Unit For Sale in Gants Plaza8m²
New14R11,300 pm62m² Office To Let in Secunda62m²
New14R3,000 pm15m² Office To Let in Alton15m²
New12R12,000 pm525m² Building To Let in Secunda525m²
New1R6,700 pm80m² Office To Let in Vredenburg80m²
New19R1,450,00024.80Ha Farm For Sale in Manzana
New32R2,280,0003.40Ha Farm For Sale in White River Rural
6R1,400,000Farm For Sale in Nelspruit Rural
77R12,000,0001,823.20Ha Farm For Sale in Douglas Rural
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
8R12,600 pm154m² Retail To Let in Melville154m²
6R43,200 pm288m² Retail To Let in Linden288m²
4R15,500 pm100m² Retail To Let in Hermanus Central100m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
9R2,070,0002,386m² Vacant Land For Sale in Vredenburg238m²
40POA5,027m² Warehouse For Sale in Kwambonambi5,027m²
10R2,450,000600m² Building For Sale in Grabouw3 Pine StreetCoveredOpen600m²
29R7,500,000624m² Building For Sale in Secunda624m²
10R7,500 pm131m² Storage Unit To Let in George Industrial131m²
45POA12,300m² Industrial Yard To Let in Alton12,300m²
18R21,500 pm168m² Workshop To Let in George Industrial168m²
9R14,500 pm350m² Warehouse To Let in Nelspruit Rural350m²
New8POA1,753m² Retail For Sale in Wellington Central1,753m²
14R1,200,000105m² Workshop For Sale in Voorbaai38 SS VOORBAAI COMMERCIAL PARK, 38 COMMERCIAL PARK105m²
21R2,995,000250m² Office For Sale in West Bank250m²
25R1,995,000514m² Building For Sale in Oudtshoorn Central514m²
New16R15,500 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
12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
New14From R8,208 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Cape St Francis3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
New58From R23,450 Per Night6 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Canals6 Beds4 Baths2 Parkings
New28From R650 Per Night2 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Sandbaai14 Andries Pretorius Street2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
New51From R17,600 Per Night5 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Canals5 Beds3 Baths2 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Pietermaritzburg
NewSold6R7,900,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Boardwalk Meander4 Beds4.5 Baths4 Parkings820m²
NewSold17R2,295,0001 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Strand North1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking70m²
Sold21R1,250,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Kibler Park3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking190m²
Sold10R630,0002 Bedroom House Sold in Malibu Village49 Paris Street2 Beds1 Bath4 Parkings
Sold14R1,475,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Howick North2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Sold23R3,000,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Lynnwood4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings245m²
Sold31R1,850,0004 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Gillitts1 HYDRANGEA VALLEY, 14 Stockville Road4 Beds3.5 Baths5 Parkings261m²
Sold27R2,995,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Van Ryneveld4 Beds2 Baths6 Parkings250m²
Sold48R5,895,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Tokai15 Windsor Lane4 Beds3.5 Baths4 Parkings240m²Recently let in Pietermaritzburg
NewRented17R5,000 pm2 Bedroom House Rented in Louwville2 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
NewRented18R14,000 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Brenton On Lake3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings230m²
NewRented16R9,478 pm2 Bedroom House Rented in Tehuti Hermis2 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
NewRented21R10,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Heritage Park2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
Rented17R11,000 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Houghton Estate1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings60m²
Rented20R10,800 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Heritage Park2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
Rented11R9,900 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Durbanville Central18 SS PARK AVENUE, 10 Koeberg Road2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking54m²
Rented16R4,650 pm2 Bedroom Semi Detached Rented in Clermont2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
Rented21R11,500 pm4 Bedroom House Rented in Secunda4 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings -
Branches
MidlandsPhone: 084 346 8084Address: The Rockjumper Building 39 Garlick Avenue Garlington Estate Hilton 3245 -
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