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As the capital of Limpopo, Polokwane is a major economic centre in the north of South Africa, with relatively close proximity to the Kruger National Park, as well as to the borders of Botswana and Zimbabwe. Formerly known as Pietersburg, it is a town known to provide a spectacular showcase of jacaranda and coral trees in springtime. Polokwane is well known as a hunting destination, and it was one of the host cities of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
A brief history of the area
Polokwane, formerly called Pietersburg, was founded in 1886, and later officially became a city on 23 April 1992. Its initial name was in honour of Petrus Jacobus Joubert, who was a leader of the Voortrekkers. In February 2005, the name was officially changed to Polokwane, which is what speakers of Northern Sotho have always known the city as.
Climate
Polokwane enjoys warm summers, with average temperatures in December, January and February ranging from a minimum of 17°C to a maximum of 29°C, while the coolest months are June and July, when the minimums are around 5°C and the maximums approximately 21°C. The majority of Polokwane's rainfall takes place in the summer months, with November, December and January being the months when you are most likely to experience a rainy day.
Schools in the area
If you're looking for a great school to send your child to in Polokwane, we've got good news - there are plenty to choose from.
Primary schools in Polokwane include Pietersburg English Medium Primary School, Elica Primary School and Pietersburg Laerskool. High Schools in the vicinity include Pietersburg High School, Capricorn High School, Taxila Secondary School and Hoërskool Noorderland. There are also independent schools in the area, including Myngenoegen English Private School, Curro Heuwelkruin and Northern Academy Independent School.
Healthcare in the area
There is no shortage of healthcare options in Polokwane. Netcare Pholoso Hospital and Mediclinic Limpopo are both on hand in the case of an emergency, and there are numerous doctors, dentists, optometrists and other medical professionals in the area.
Shopping centres
There are a number of shopping malls in Polokwane to make sure that you're always able to find whatever you're looking for, whether it's groceries, gifts or just about anything else. The most notable of these malls is the Mall of the North, which boasts the widest imaginable range of shops from fashion and fast food to department stores, banks and everything in between. Entertainment is also on offer, with Ster Kinekor and The Fun Company in the mix.
Distance from key points (Airport)
The distance from Polokwane's CBD to Polokwane International Airport is a mere 7km. This drive will take you approximately 12 minutes in average traffic.
Special attractions
Looking for fun way to spend a day or an evening in Polokwane? There's plenty to see and do!
1. Meropa Casino
Meropa Casino offers a whole lot more than just gambling - there's fun for the whole family, complete with a cultural village, the well-loved "WildThingz" bird and reptile park, the House of Asante Spa to leave you feeling pampered, and loads more.2. Saskia Fine Dining Restaurant
The Fusion Boutique Hotel's Saskia Fine Dining Restaurant is the talk of more than just the town. Described as a modern tribute to life and art, the restaurant is decorated with modern interpretations of traditional paintings by the world-renowned Dutch painter, Rembrandt van Rijn. The restaurant is named in honour of Rembrandt's wife, Saskia van Uylenburgh.Make Polokwane your home. Let it be your story.
Residents of Polokwane love their city for a whole lot of great reasons. Contact the Seeff Polokwane team today and find out more about why this city could be your best investment.
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Properties in Polokwane
New22POA2 Bedroom Sectional Title For Sale in Lyndhurst2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking89m²
New27R5,900,0005 Bedroom House For Sale in Myburgh Park6 Sandpiper Close5 Beds4 Baths2 Parkings334m²
New29R1,350,0003 Bedroom House For Sale in Mount Vernon3 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings241m²
New62R7,500,00010 Bedroom House For Sale in Faerie Glen10 Beds4 Baths6.5 Parkings478m²
New29R29,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Oude Westhof3 Beds2.5 Baths3 Parkings
New23R16,500 pm1 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Newlands1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
New16R15,000 pm3 Bedroom Freestanding To Let in Klein Berlyn20 Boekenhout Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New12R12,500 pm4 Bedroom House To Let in Lydenburg Rural4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
New33R4,800,000485m² Office For Sale in Polokwane CentralCoveredOpen485m²
New32R540,0006,035m² Warehouse For Sale in RooihuiskraalCovered6,035m²
New53POA594m² Bar/Pub For Sale in The Village594m²
New23R10,620,000774m² Investment For Sale in Worcester Central774m²
New8R3,450 pm24m² Office To Let in Wellington Central1 Rose Street Unit 524m²
New11R9,995 pm120m² Office To Let in Vredenburg120m²
New11R5,500 pm52m² Office To Let in George CentralCovered52m²
New12R7,500 pm70m² Office To Let in George CentralCovered70m²
19R1,450,00024.80Ha Farm For Sale in Manzana
32R2,280,0003.40Ha 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
7R9,000 pm70m² Retail To Let in Eduan Park70m²
8R12,600 pm154m² Retail To Let in Melville154m²
8R7,000 pm49.09m² Business Centre To Let in Scottburgh Central49.09m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
New10R1,100,00094m² Workshop For Sale in Mossdustria6 SS JDM CENTRE, 29 Voorloper Crescent94m²
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
New11R18,000 pm240m² Warehouse To Let in George Industrial240m²
New15R502,182 pm5,429m² Warehouse To Let in Blackheath Industrial5,429m²
New16R10,000 pm100m² Workshop To Let in N2 Industrial Park100m²
31R21,500 pm168m² Workshop To Let in George IndustrialOpen168m²
New11R4,000,0003,002m² Vacant Land For Sale in Fountains Estate Business Park
8R22,995,0001,753m² 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
16R15,500 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
New21From R4,550 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus8 Erica Street4 Beds4 Baths4 Parkings
New21From R4,550 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus8 Erica Street4 Beds4 Baths4 Parkings
New21From R3,750 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus8 Erica Street4 Beds4 Baths4 Parkings
New21From R3,450 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Onrus8 Erica Street4 Beds4 Baths4 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Polokwane
Sold21R450,0003 Bedroom Duplex Sold in Wilgehof3 Beds1.5 Baths3 Parkings118m²
Sold18R1,150,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in The Wilds2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings120m²
Sold41R4,750,0003 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Strand South3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings178m²
Sold6R7,900,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Boardwalk Meander4 Beds4.5 Baths4 Parkings820m²
Sold17R2,295,0001 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Strand North1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking70m²
Sold44R4,250,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Lynnwood Park4 Beds2 Baths7 Parkings400m²
Sold21R1,250,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Kibler Park3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking190m²
Sold11R699,0001,762m² Vacant Land Sold in Leonard
Sold34R1,100,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Die Wilgers2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking58m²Recently let in Polokwane
NewRented21R25,000 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Garlington3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
Rented31R9,500 pm3 Bedroom House Rented in Elandspark3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings109m²
Rented14R6,500 pm2 Bedroom Flat Rented in Umhlatuzana2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings70m²
Rented10R10,500 pm0.5 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Pinelands0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented12R10,450 pm3 Bedroom Freehold Rented in Geelhoutpark3 Beds2.5 Baths2 Parkings
Rented16R5,900 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Linbro Park115 SS 125 ON HILTON, 125 Hilton Road1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking37m²
Rented57R28,500 pm5 Bedroom House Rented in Dana Bay5 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings
Rented24R5,500 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage Rented in Merrivale Heights1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented20R6,000 pm0.5 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Paulshof0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking43m² -
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