How much does a retirement home cost in Gauteng in 2025?
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One of the most significant stresses people face about retirement is finding a home they can afford. Gauteng has a well-deserved reputation as a mecca of affordable retirement homes. To make your decision-making process easier, the CSi Property Group provides this comparison of retirement village prices in four areas of Gauteng: Pretoria, Centurion, Randburg and Sandton.
Pretoria's Waterkloof Marina Retirement Estate
Waterkloof Marina Retirement Estate is a favourite among people looking to retire in Pretoria - and for good reason. The estate features fishing and picnic spots as part of the outdoor-centred way of life it offers its residents. From a health and safety perspective, this estate also has your needs covered. The security is state-of-the-art and 24-hour emergency assistance is guaranteed for all residents.
If you're looking to buy a retirement home, you can get a three-bedroom house in Waterkloof Marina Retirement Estate from R5 600 000, while one-bedroom apartments are available from R 1 300 000. If you're looking for a lease, you can rent a three-bedroom home in this estate from R19 900 per month. One-bedroom apartments are available from R9 300 while two-bedroom houses can be found from R15 000 per month.
Eldoraigne Retirement Estate in Centurion
Eldoraigne Retirement Estate is situated in a lovely enclave of Centurion and features hair and beauty salons, a library, a vibrant community hall and a restaurant. Frail care and home-based care are also on offer, allowing you to maintain your independence for as long as possible.
You can buy a two-bedroom simplex in this estate from R1.795 000 or a three-bedroom simplex from R2 490 000. These three-bedroom units offer two bathrooms, a covered patio and a double garage. You can rent a three-bedroom house from R11 500 or a one-bedroom apartment from R8 000.
Olivedale Retirement Village in Randburg
One of the many factors that residents of Olivedale Retirement Village love about their home is that there are lifts in all apartment blocks. There's also 24-hour security and access control, as well as all the usual amenities including a dining room, hair and beauty salon, laundry and frail care.
Those looking to rent can find one-bedroom apartments in Olivedale Retirement Village from R6 500 per month. A two-bedroom apartment will cost you about R8 000 per month, while a two-bedroom house will cost from R11 750. Prospective tenants who need a bit more space can rent three-bedroom houses from R12 000.
Three-bedroom simplexes are currently on the market from R1 800 000, while a two-bedroom simplex goes for R1 395 000. You can buy a two-bedroom apartment in Olivedale Retirement Village from R849 000, while a one-bedroom apartment comes with a price tag of approximately R770 000.
Douglasdale Retirement Village in Sandton
Sandton is a desirable address for many reasons and if you're looking to enjoy shopping, culture and theatre during your retirement years, you've come to the right place. Douglasdale Retirement Village is an extremely popular retirement village, boasting a wide range of on-site amenities including hair and beauty salons, a library, a pool, a restaurant, frail and mid-care facilities and doctor's rooms.
The village offers an array of different-sized homes to meet everyone's needs. Those looking to buy their home can invest in a two-bedroom simplex from R2 295 000 or a two-bedroom apartment from R1 295 000. One-bedroom apartments are available from R900 000. Those looking to rent will find two-bedroom homes from R15 000 per month and two-bedroom apartments from R8 500. One-bedroom apartments are available from R7 500.
No matter which corner of Gauteng you want to retire to, the CSi Property Group is on standby to help you find the perfect home within your budget. Contact us today and let's get you settled.
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