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Benoni, known as the City of Lakes, is situated in the East Rand of Johannesburg. The area is great for those who love the outdoors and offers various spots for picnicking and quiet fishing at one of the multiple lakes. Benoni is also the birthplace of world-renowned celebrities, including actress Charlize Theron, boxer Brian Mitchell, and rugby player Bryan Habana. With a thriving property market, there's no time like the present to find your ideal home in the area.
A brief history of the area
Benoni was once called "Little Cornwall" after gold was discovered and the Chimes Mine was established by Cornishmen in 1887. In 1906, thousands of trees were planted and it was declared the township of Benoni. Before its close in 1946, Benoni Flying Field was where South African air force pilots trained for World War Two with aircrafts such as Tiger Moths, Hornet Moths, Rearwin 7000, Harts, Audaxes and Harvards stationed.
Distance from key points
Benoni is a mere 23,1 km (19 minutes) away from O.R. Tambo International Airport via the N12. Residents looking to travel to Johannesburg's CBD can do so via the N12 as well and will take approximately 34 minutes (37,4 km) to reach their destination.
Climate
In Benoni, the summers are long, warm, and partly cloudy and the winters are short, cold, dry, and clear. In January, the temperature averages 19.8 °C and is the warmest month of the year while July is the coldest with an average temperature of 9.7 °C.
Schools in the area
With so many schools in and around Benoni to choose from, there are plenty of options to give your children the best education. Primary schools that top the list include Arbor Primary School, Benoni West Primary School, Crystal Park Primary School and Farrarmere Primary School. For the older kids, you should have a look at Benoni High School, Willowmoore High School, Wordsworth High School and Hoërskool Hans Moore.
Healthcare in the area
Having a hospital and doctor's rooms nearby is comforting to know that should a medical emergency arise, no precious time is wasted by travelling a distance. Benoni offers Netcare Lakeview Hospital, Netcare Linmed Hospital and Life The Glynnwood Hospital. If you've come down with the flu or just need a check-up you can book yourself an appointment at one of the various general practitioners available including Medicross Benoni, Benoni Health Centre or Peermed Health Centre Benoni to name a few.
Shopping centres
Whether you love to shop or just want to be in and out, having multiple options that offer a variety of products from clothing and home to electronics and groceries is always welcomed. Benoni has some great retail spots such as Northmead Square, Northmead Mall, Lakeside Mall, Eastfields Shopping Centre and The Square at Farrarmere.
Restaurants
Benoni has a huge variety of restaurants that cater for everybody including family restaurants, fine dining and fast food. Some of the top restaurants in the area are The Victorian Secret, Masala Indian Restaurant, Cafe I'Thai, The Parks Fresh Produce & Pizzeria, Fahrenheit Seafood & Grill Benoni and Alaska Spur Steak Ranch to name a few.
Special attractions
Benoni offers loads to do. Here are some of the best attractions worth checking out:
Benoni Monkey And Bird Park is a great place to take the kids whether it's just for the day or to host your child's birthday party.
If you love the outdoors, then you'll find Homestead Dam the place to be. It's a lovely park with picnic spots, braai facilities and a dam where you can fish, sail and row to your heart's desire.
Fancy yourself a golfer? Then take a trip to Ebotse Golf & Country Estate where the holes are scenic and springbok walk freely. There is also a playground to entertain the kids while you play.
Make Benoni your home. Let it be your story.
Benoni residents and visitors are able to visit the many lakes, animal parks, shopping centres, and attractions. The area boasts family-friendly living with properties that offer great value for money. Seeff has a wide variety of properties for you to choose from whether you're looking to rent a property or purchase a property, so contact one of our property practitioners today.
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Properties in Benoni
New22R1,540,0003 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in Ben Fleur3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings284m²
New10R1,290,000400m² Vacant Land For Sale in Sunset Estate
New31R3,240,0004 Bedroom Freehold For Sale in Bo-dorp4 Beds2 Baths11 Parkings
New40R9,900,0004 Bedroom House For Sale in Gowrie Farm Golf Estate265 Dam Cresent4 Beds4 Baths4 Parkings463m²
New13R6,500 pm1 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Westdene1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking67m²
New12R5,170 pm1 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Georginia1 Bed1 Bath
New14R5,170 pm1 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Georginia1 Bed1 Bath
New23R5,650 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Georginia2 Beds1.5 Baths
6R7,550,0005,957m² Vacant Land For Sale in Hospital Hill10 Mill Close, Hopsital Hill, Worcester
New12R2,500,000Building For Sale in Greenside
New17R8,500,000700m² Business For Sale in Silverton700m²
31R6,999,000850m² Guesthouse For Sale in SchoemansvilleCoveredOpen850m²
New18R17,800 pm114m² Office To Let in Sentra Park114m²
New15R14,000 pm140m² Office To Let in Lydenburg140m²
New27R23,000 pm686m² Business Centre To Let in Bo-dorp686m²
New13R8,050 pm1,256m² Co-working Space To Let in Worcester Central53A Tulbagh Street1,256m²
New1R4,322,00039Ha Farm For Sale in Grootfontein80m²
15R13,700,000480m² Lodge For Sale in Dendron480m²
20R20,000,00032Ha Farm For Sale in Wellington Rural
32R21,970,00025Ha Farm For Sale in Wellington Rural150m²
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
New25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
15R5,075,000494m² Office For Sale in Walvis Bay Central494m²
15R6,000,0000.10m² Service Station For Sale in Thornville0.10m²
15R5,600,000611m² Retail For Sale in Hilton Central611m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
17R60,000 pm750m² Retail To Let in Pietermaritzburg Central750m²
16R13,950 pm141m² Retail To Let in WalmerCovered141m²
9R24,030 pm110m² Office To Let in Musgrave110m²
14R6,350,0001,507m² Industrial Yard For Sale in Alton1,507m²
15R5,600,0002,060m² Warehouse For Sale in Kuleka2,060m²
6R5,500,0007,500m² Vacant Land For Sale in Industrial Site
19R2,300,000574m² Building For Sale in Evander574m²
New12R40,500 pm414m² Industrial Yard To Let in Alton414m²
12R20,000 pm103m² Office To Let in Secunda103m²
15R36,000 pm350m² Warehouse To Let in Magna Via Industrial350m²
15R36,000 pm350m² Warehouse To Let in Magna Via Industrial350m²
21R44,000,0002,076m² Vacant Land For Sale in Kleinmond Central13 Strand street
11R1,200,0001,731m² Vacant Land For Sale in Klipriviersoog1,731m²
22R4,900,000412m² Investment For Sale in Wellington North412m²
25R3,500,000742m² Building For Sale in Fontainebleau742m²
New12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
18R32,000 pm500m² Office To Let in Worcester Central500m²
18R77,000 pm424m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD424m²
8R3,000 pm16m² Office To Let in Wellington Central1 Rose Unit 216m²
New31From R4,780 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Hartenbos Central3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
New14From R3,550 Per Night2 Bedroom Self-Catering Apartment in St Francis Bay Village2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking
27From R11,960 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Marina Village4 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings
43From R21,105 Per Night6 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Canals6 Beds5.5 Baths4 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Benoni
NewSold5R3,850,0006 Bedroom House Sold in Seaside Longships6 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Sold26R2,700,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Brackenhurst3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings
Sold32R3,800,0003 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Hillcrest Central15 Thirteen West, 13 Westriding Road3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings251m²
Sold14R599,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Connaught Estate78 Donegal Avenue3 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings72m²
Sold45R1,670,0002 Bedroom Townhouse Sold in Dalsig2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings122m²
Sold5R2,100,0005 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Mount Michael5 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings340m²
Sold1R6,000,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Garlington3 Beds3 Baths2 Parkings308m²
Sold35R2,380,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Garsfontein3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings326m²
Sold16R1,700,0002 Bedroom House Sold in Rouxville20 Olinia Street2 Beds2 Baths3 ParkingsRecently let in Benoni
Rented20R11,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Parkwood9 Parkwood Manor, 7 Avonwold2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings82m²
Rented8R14,000 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Illovo2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings
Rented22R31,000 pm3 Bedroom Freestanding Rented in Bankenveld Golf Estate3 Beds2 Baths4 Parkings442m²
Rented13R9,000 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Pinelands1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking63m²
Rented21R18,900 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Century City2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking114m²
Rented13R10,500 pm1 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Lynnwood1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented12R19,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Sibaya Precinct2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings98m²
Rented13R6,800 pm0.5 Bedroom Garden Cottage Rented in Parkview63 Kerry0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
Rented20R16,500 pm2 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Century City2 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings110.60m² -
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