Reasons that residents of North Riding love their home
Category Suburb News
North Riding is well-loved for its affordable properties, wide variety of amenities and things to do, and its proximity to wide open spaces. In the last 20 years or so, it has transformed from a rural area comprising mostly of smallholdings and stables to a bustling residential area boasting the benefits of easy access to both the city and the country. Territory that used to belong to agriculture and equestrians is now a prime residential area boasting luxurious estates, a range of excellent schools and an array of amenities.
Range of properties available for sale and to rent in the area
North Riding is a firm favourite among retirees, and those looking for a retirement home - whether to buy or to rent - are spoilt for choice. Properties in various estates - such as the award-winning Celebration Retirement Estate - offer everything from frail care and exercise facilities to a library, games room and beauty salon. North Riding also offers the opportunity to buy or rent real estate in golf estates and various complexes as well as cluster homes and freestanding houses.
Close to all amenities
The wide array of amenities in and around North Riding will meet the needs of every resident, from a retiree to parents of school-going children. Medical facilities close at hand for residents of North Riding include Netcare Olivedale Hospital, Intercare Northriding and De Krone Medical and Dental Centre. The list of outstanding schools in the North Riding area include PLG Northriding Academy, Northriding Secondary School, Curro Aurora and Acacia Schools. Looking slightly further afield, a resident of North Riding is approximately 14km from Sandton and just 15km from Lanseria Airport, putting you within easy reach of just about anywhere in South Africa.
Loads to see and do in the vicinity
Families who choose North Riding as their home are spoilt for choice when it comes to things to do close to home in the evenings and over weekends. Northgate Ice Rink is a firm favourite with the young at heart, while an array of malls including Northgate Shopping Centre, Bel Air Shopping Centre, All Saints Shopping Centre and others meet residents' needs for retail therapy. There's also plenty of entertainment in the vicinity, with North Riding being less than 10km from Montecasino. with its theatres, cinemas and opportunities for family fun. Montecasino's Bird and Wildlife Park is described as "Joburg's best-kept secret", and families can enjoy captivating free-flight shows and meet an array of colourful characters.
What locals love about living in North Riding
When asked what they love about their home, residents of North Riding mention the area's central location and the value for money that properties here have to offer. Mention is also made of the opportunity to get outdoors at places like Golden Harvest Park, which offers 55ha of indigenous bushveld to explore. For those who have joined the working-from-home revolution, there are plenty of convenient spots in the North Riding area to have breakfast meetings and power lunches. For those retired or enjoying a more relaxed pace of life, there is plenty of natural beauty to be enjoyed. Another factor mentioned is the strong feeling of community that exists in North Riding. It is widely agreed to be a great place to raise a family.
To find out more about all the great reasons to buy or rent property in North Riding, speak to the team at the CSi Property Group. Our team of area experts will be glad to help you and your family find your new home.
Author: CSi EUF