Murrayfield at a glance
Pretoria East at a glance
Situated in the northern part of Gauteng, in beautiful South Africa, Pretoria spreads eastwards into the foothills of the gorgeous Magaliesberg mountains. As a result of the thousands of jacaranda trees planted in its streets, parks and gardens, the city is often referred to as the "Jacaranda City". With its marvellous scenery providing a tranquil escape, Pretoria East has turned into one of the city's most sought-after residential and business destinations.
Pretoria East, comprising of many suburbs, has many townhouses, open spaces - allowing for big gardens or freestanding houses, as well as secure estates. The accelerated demand from home buyers for secure estate properties in Pretoria East has led to an increase in estate developments. Recent secured estates that have sprung up include Silver Lakes, Garsfontein and Equestria. The beautiful, sedate old homes in Brooklyn, Hatfield and Waterkloof also spark interest in potential home buyers.
Pretoria East attracts a mixture of ambitious professionals and young families, who are spoilt for choice when looking for adventure and activity. Whether it is hanging out at the square, going shopping at Menlyn, enjoying the outdoors, experiencing the culture, or exploring the night-life, there are tons of fun stuff to do, places to visit and must-see attractions in Pretoria.
Furthermore, it is easily accessible from major highways - the N1 and the N4.
A brief history of the area
Founded in 1855 by the Voortrekker leader Marthinus Pretorius, Pretoria was named after his father Andries Pretorius. He chose a spot on the banks of the "Apies river" (Afrikaans for "Monkeys river") as the new capital of the South African Republic.
The elder Pretorius was a hero to the Voortrekkers after his victory over the Zulus in the Battle of Blood River. He was also a key negotiator with the Sand River Convention in 1852, in which Britain acknowledged the independence of the Transvaal. Pretoria became the capital in 1860.
Today, Pretoria is known as the City of Tshwane.
Climate
The climate in Pretoria East is humid and subtropical. Summers are long and rainy while winters are short, cool to cold, and dry. The average annual temperature is 18.7 °C. Snowfall is a rare sight for Pretoria East, however locals have witnessed extraordinary occurrences in 1959, 1968 and 2012.
Suburbs
Pretoria East is a collection of suburbs that include: Alphen Park, Arcadia, Ashlea Gardens, Bailey's Muckleneuk, Brooklyn, Brummeria, Bryntirion, Clydesdale, Colbyn, Constantia Park, Die Wilgers, Eastcliff, Eastwood, Elardus Park, Equestria, Erasmuskloof, Erasmusrand, Faerie Glen, Garsfontein, Groenkloof, Hatfield, Hazeldene, Hazelwood, Hillcrest, Kilberry, La Montagne, Lukasrand, Lydiana, Lynnrodene, Lynnwood, Lynnwood Glen, Lynnwood Manor, Lynnwood Park, Lynnwood Ridge, Menlo Park, Menlyn, Meyerspark, Monument Park, Mooikloof, Moreleta Park, Muckleneuk, Murrayfield, New Muckleneuk, Newlands, Olympus, Pretorius Park, Rietvalleirand, Shere, Wood Hill Golf Estate, Sterrewag, Sunnyside, Trevenna, Val de Grace, The Wilds, Wapadrand, Waterkloof, Waterkloof Glen, Waterkloof Park, Waterkloof Ridge, Willow Glen, Willow Park Manor, Wingate Park, Woodhill, Woodlands, and Zwavelpoort.
Schools in the area
There are no shortages of top class schooling facilities in Pretoria East. Schools include; Curro Academy Pretoria Independent School, Hatfield Christian School, Glenstantia Primary School, Waterkloof Primary School, The Glen High School, Willowridge High School, St Paulus Pre-Primary & Primary School, and Eastside Primary School. Tertiary education is also important in the area. Pretoria East is home to the University of Pretoria, Abbotts College Pretoria East, British International College, British International College, and Star College Pretoria.
Hospitals nearby
Pretoria East is renowned for the remarkable medical facilities and hospitals in the area. Pretoria East Netcare Hospital, Life Groenkloof Hospital, Life Faerie Glen Hospital, Netcare Femina Hospital, Life Wilgers Hospital, Netcare Jakaranda Hospital, and Mediclinic Gynaecological Hospital are just some of the health institutions that are available.
Shopping Malls
There are a fine array of shopping malls situated in Pretoria East. These malls are Parkview Shopping Centre, Woodlands Boulevard Shopping Complex, Glen Village, Moreleta Square Shopping Centre, Eastdale Pavilion Shopping Center, Monument Park Shopping Centre, Waterglen Shopping Center, Hillcrest Boulevard, Garsfontein Village Shopping Centre, Cornwall View, Menlyn Park Shopping Centre, and Eastwood Village amongst others.
Distance from key points (Airport/CBD)
Driving distance from Pretoria East is around 51 km to the O.R. Tambo International Airport, which will take you roughly 41 minutes to reach with an average speed of 80km/h.
Restaurants
Catering for the food connoisseurs, aside from the popular eateries such as Nandos, John Dory's, RocoMamas, Mugg & Bean, and Panarottis, Pretoria East is also home to amazing unique restaurants like Diep in Die Berg Restaurant, O'Galito, Afro-Boer, Geet Indian Restaurant, LeSi Restaurant, as well as Brooklyn Brothers.
Special Attractions
Faerie Glen Nature Reserve
The stunning Faerie Glen Nature Reserve is a great spot for walking, hiking, trail running and birding. It has become a well known desired place for the community of Pretoria East. As dogs are allowed on the reserve with a permit, visitors needing some mid-week fresh air take joy in the convenience the reserve offers. Wildlife such as Zebras, Impalas, and other smaller animals can be spotted grazing in the reserve. Operating hours are 6am - 6pm daily, with tours available on request.
Acrobranch @ Rosemary Hill
This beautiful farmland is situated 10 minutes away from Pretoria East. Acrobranch @ Rosemary Hill provides the perfect outdoor adventure for both the young, old and the experienced, from individuals to groups. There are two large obstacle courses for adults, two complete obstacle courses for children, as well as Acrotwigs-bungy for the younger adrenaline enthusiasts. You can also have lunch at the local restaurant and rent mountain bikes to run the magnificent scenic tracks of the estate. The park is a cash-free zone so it is advisable to pay when booking online or take along your bank card to the park.
Museums and Landmarks
Pretoria is home to many museums filled with grandeur. Be sure to visit the Airforce Memorial & Museum, Smuts House Museum, Sammy Marks Museum, Claude Malan Museum, Kruger House Museum, Ditsong Museum of Natural History, and Museum of Geological Survey, to name a few. Monuments and Landmarks in Pretoria will provide a glimpse of the rich history and culture of the city and South Africa. Educating for the whole family you can visit places like the nine-metre high bronze statue of Nelson Mandela at the foot of the Union Buildings, The Freedom Park, The Voortrekker Monument, and Church Square.
Time to invest
Pretoria East is not only a thriving destination for your next property, it is also filled with historical roots and a prosperous future for both investors and residents. If you are interested in investing or finding your next humble abode in this magnificent area contact Jawitz Properties now.
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