Sandton, Gauteng

Sandton at a glance

Sandton is one of Johannesburg's wealthiest neighbourhoods, drawing a diverse group of business leaders, entrepreneurs, residents, shoppers, and visitors. The area is known for its luxurious apartments and houses, upmarket restaurants, cutting-edge healthcare, and prominent schools.

Sandton is the first choice for investment banks and financial consultants, and as a result, it houses a significant amount of the city's A-grade office space.

A brief history of Sandton

Before European settlement, the area that is now Sandton was held by a variety of indigenous communities, most notably the Tswana and, to a lesser extent, the Sotho. The Esterhuysen family on the farm Zandfontein was one of the first Voortrekker families to establish in the area. Sandton was founded on three initial farms, Zandfontein, Driefontein, and Rietfontein, as well as two later farms, Witkoppen and Cyferfontein.

The office of the Transvaal Administrator created Sandton as an independent municipality in 1969. Originally, it was primarily a residential neighbourhood with smallholdings and a rural "horsey" lifestyle that drew many upper-middle-class and Johannesburg elites. It was termed the "mink and manure" belt after that.

Sandton became one of Johannesburg's wealthiest regions, named after a mixture of two of its suburbs, Sandown and Bryanston. In the 1990s, a high crime rate in Johannesburg's CBD prompted many corporate offices to relocate to Sandton, which has since become South Africa's new financial centre.

Sandton's weather

The climate in Sandton is relatively warm and temperate. Summers are wetter than winters, with an average annual temperature of 16.4 °C. The suburb receives 667 mm of rain every year. July is the driest month, with only 3 mm of rain, while December averages 122 mm. The warmest month in Sandton is January, with an average temperature of 20.2 °C. July has the lowest average temperatures of the year, with temperatures hovering around 10.0 °C.

Healthcare in Sandton

Residents are also attracted to Sandton because of its health and wellness offerings. There is a selection of fitness centres, gyms, salons, and luxurious spas on your doorstep. Some of the best health care facilities in the area are Netcare Sunninghill Hospital, Mediclinic Morningside, and Mediclinic Sandton.

Schools in Sandton

Sandton is home to many top-notch schooling facilities for children of all ages. Crawford Preparatory School, St Mary's School, Grayston Preparatory School, Redhill Preparatory School, Michael Mount Waldorf School, Bryanston Primary Private School, Sandown High School, and Sandton Primary School are some of the outstanding schools in the area.

Sandton's restaurants

With some of the best-loved eateries in the area, Sandton provides a feast for foodies. Eateries such as Papa Pronto, Hard Rock Cafe, The Grillhouse, Fishmonger, Pigalle, and Tashas are popular among residents.

Shop 'til you drop in Sandton

Sandton is a retail hub where residents may enjoy a unique shopping experience in addition to being one of the wealthiest commercial districts in the world. Sandton offers everything, from antiques and jewellery to arts and curios.

Nelson Mandela Square (previously known as Sandton Square) and Sandton City are two of the continent's most sophisticated shopping malls. They have a combined retail space of 144,000 m2 with 200 stores and 59 restaurants. Designer boutiques such as Louis Vuitton, D'ORÉ, Emporio Armani, and Fendi will give you a star-studded shopping experience at Sandton City.

Hyde Park and Melrose Arch are two other upscale shopping and leisure destinations near Sandton.

Things to do in Sandton

Sandton is surrounded by intriguing activities ideal for all ages because of its strategic location. Get away from the rush and bustle of the CBD and visit Sandton Central Park. A grassed amphitheatre, sculptured garden beds, indigenous trees, and a superb sculptured reading garden make up this popular park.

A visit to the Art Eye Gallery is a must if you want to experience a unique blend of art and free expression. The gallery provides a stimulating environment for emerging and upcoming artists to explore the vast possibilities of South African art. If you fall in love with one of the pieces, you can even make a purchase.

Things to love about Sandton

Sandton is home to some of South Africa's best investment banks, financial and legal experts, the Johannesburg Stock Exchange, and one of the continent's largest conference centres, making it an excellent one-stop shop for financial business.

The total accessibility of Sandton explains why the neighbourhood is booming. Living or working in Sandton is made simple and stress-free by the availability of public transportation. The CBD is on the official route of the Gautrain, an 80-kilometre commuter rail system in Gauteng that connects high-traffic locations within the province and O. R. Tambo International Airport.

If you don't have access to your vehicle, Uber cars are available on demand every few minutes. Furthermore, retail malls and eateries are easily accessible on foot.

Your next home in Sandton awaits

Many of the elite properties on the market provide spectacular views of the Sandton skyline, which you are sure to enjoy with an afternoon glass of wine or cup of tea. Contact Propcore Properties today to take advantage of these amazing sunsets. Our local experts will assist you in finding the ideal home.

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