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As the capital of Limpopo, Polokwane is a major economic centre in the north of South Africa, with relatively close proximity to the Kruger National Park, as well as to the borders of Botswana and Zimbabwe. Formerly known as Pietersburg, it is a town known to provide a spectacular showcase of jacaranda and coral trees in springtime. Polokwane is well known as a hunting destination, and it was one of the host cities of the 2010 FIFA World Cup.
A brief history of the area
Polokwane, formerly called Pietersburg, was founded in 1886, and later officially became a city on 23 April 1992. Its initial name was in honour of Petrus Jacobus Joubert, who was a leader of the Voortrekkers. In February 2005, the name was officially changed to Polokwane, which is what speakers of Northern Sotho have always known the city as.
Climate
Polokwane enjoys warm summers, with average temperatures in December, January and February ranging from a minimum of 17°C to a maximum of 29°C, while the coolest months are June and July, when the minimums are around 5°C and the maximums approximately 21°C. The majority of Polokwane's rainfall takes place in the summer months, with November, December and January being the months when you are most likely to experience a rainy day.
Schools in the area
If you're looking for a great school to send your child to in Polokwane, we've got good news - there are plenty to choose from.
Primary schools in Polokwane include Pietersburg English Medium Primary School, Elica Primary School and Pietersburg Laerskool. High Schools in the vicinity include Pietersburg High School, Capricorn High School, Taxila Secondary School and Hoërskool Noorderland. There are also independent schools in the area, including Myngenoegen English Private School, Curro Heuwelkruin and Northern Academy Independent School.
Healthcare in the area
There is no shortage of healthcare options in Polokwane. Netcare Pholoso Hospital and Mediclinic Limpopo are both on hand in the case of an emergency, and there are numerous doctors, dentists, optometrists and other medical professionals in the area.
Shopping centres
There are a number of shopping malls in Polokwane to make sure that you're always able to find whatever you're looking for, whether it's groceries, gifts or just about anything else. The most notable of these malls is the Mall of the North, which boasts the widest imaginable range of shops from fashion and fast food to department stores, banks and everything in between. Entertainment is also on offer, with Ster Kinekor and The Fun Company in the mix.
Distance from key points (Airport)
The distance from Polokwane's CBD to Polokwane International Airport is a mere 7km. This drive will take you approximately 12 minutes in average traffic.
Special attractions
Looking for fun way to spend a day or an evening in Polokwane? There's plenty to see and do!
1. Meropa Casino
Meropa Casino offers a whole lot more than just gambling - there's fun for the whole family, complete with a cultural village, the well-loved "WildThingz" bird and reptile park, the House of Asante Spa to leave you feeling pampered, and loads more.2. Saskia Fine Dining Restaurant
The Fusion Boutique Hotel's Saskia Fine Dining Restaurant is the talk of more than just the town. Described as a modern tribute to life and art, the restaurant is decorated with modern interpretations of traditional paintings by the world-renowned Dutch painter, Rembrandt van Rijn. The restaurant is named in honour of Rembrandt's wife, Saskia van Uylenburgh.Make Polokwane your home. Let it be your story.
Residents of Polokwane love their city for a whole lot of great reasons. Contact the Seeff Polokwane team today and find out more about why this city could be your best investment.
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Properties in Polokwane
New13R1,850,000868m² Vacant Land For Sale in Mount Royal Golf Estate
New30R1,650,0004 Bedroom Freestanding For Sale in Bridgetown4 Beds3 Baths6 Parkings176m²
New24R4,350,0004 Bedroom House For Sale in Bettys Bay4 Beds3 Baths5 Parkings380m²
New25R1,599,0002 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Island View2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking69m²
New11R11,750 pm2 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Muizenberg2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking47m²
New13R8,500 pm3 Bedroom Semi Detached To Let in Strandfontein3 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings91m²
New6R5,500 pm1 Bedroom Garden Cottage To Let in Blairgowrie31B Colinton Road1 Bed1 Bath1 Parking
New22R15,000 pm3 Bedroom Townhouse To Let in Boskruin45 Courtney Place, 57 Boschkop Avenue3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings91m²
New27R3,040,800320m² Investment For Sale in Bo-dorp320m²
New37R12,000,00085,400m² Hotel For Sale in Keimoes Rural85,400m²
10POA627m² Business For Sale in Walvis Bay Central627m²
34POA1,254m² Business For Sale in Walvis Bay Central1,254m²
New22R3,313,772 pm424m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD424m²
New22R40,000 pm217m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD217m²
New16R2,736 pm100,305m² Farm To Let in Alewynspoort48m²
New6R8,500 pm43m² Retail To Let in Amandelrug43m²
New6R1,400,000Farm For Sale in Nelspruit Rural
New77R12,000,0001,823.20Ha Farm For Sale in Douglas Rural
35R45,000,00011.60Ha Small Holding For Sale in Paarl Rural350m²
1R4,322,00039Ha Farm For Sale in Grootfontein80m²
6R50,000 pmFarm To Let in Vaalbank660m²
11R3,400,000450m² Business Centre For Sale in Haumannshof49 Lourens streetOpen450m²
27R7,750,000176m² Retail For Sale in Umhlanga RidgeOpen176m²
7R1,250,000Business For Sale in Wavecrest
25R16,200,000700m² Restaurant For Sale in Lagoon700m²
4R15,500 pm100m² Retail To Let in Hermanus Central100m²
20R30,000 pm103m² Retail To Let in Umhlanga Ridge103m²
15R12,130 pm70m² Office To Let in Somerset West Central43 Caledon street70m²
16R13,950 pm141m² Retail To Let in WalmerCovered141m²
New29R7,500,000624m² Building For Sale in Secunda624m²
2R581,0007,142m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central7,142m²
2R580,0007,117m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central7,117m²
2R395,0004,750m² Vacant Land For Sale in Rundu Central4,750m²
25R22,680 pm216m² Warehouse To Let in Briardene216m²
19R6,000 pm78m² Office To Let in George IndustrialOpen78m²
18R21,500 pm168m² Workshop To Let in George Industrial168m²
25R43,000 pm385m² Warehouse To Let in Riverhorse Valley385m²
New21R3,395,000250m² Office For Sale in West Bank250m²
New25R2,395,000514m² Building For Sale in Oudtshoorn Central514m²
4R1,390,00053,365m² Vacant Land For Sale in Lydenburg
19R1,700,000120m² Business For Sale in Lydenburg120m²
12R20,000 pm120m² Building To Let in Fisherhaven67 Medway120m²
Reduced18R29,000 pm500m² Office To Let in Worcester Central500m²
18R77,000 pm424m² Office To Let in Mbabane CBD424m²
On Show6R15,000 pm1,450m² Small Holding To Let in Nelspruit Rural450m²
New44From R2,932 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in St Francis Bay Village3 Beds2.5 Baths2 Parkings
New48From R6,000 Per Night4 Bedroom Self-Catering House in Penzance Estate4 Beds3 Baths4 Parkings
67POA3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in The Heads3 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings
36From R10,553 Per Night3 Bedroom Self-Catering House in St Francis Bay Village3 Beds3 Baths2 ParkingsNo listings found
Recently sold in Polokwane
NewSold15R799,0002 Bedroom Sectional Title Sold in Vredenburg2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking
Sold6R400,0003 Bedroom House Sold in Ncandu Park3 Beds1.5 Baths1 Parking
Sold4R1,600,0005 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Protea Park5 Beds2 Baths6 Parkings
Sold6R690,0001 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Loevenstein1 Bed1 Bath43m²
Sold8R650,000496m² Vacant Land Sold in Rusthof
Sold5R5,600,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Essexwold4 Beds4.5 Baths13 Parkings450m²
Sold29R1,895,0004 Bedroom House Sold in Montrose4 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings260m²
Sold10R520,0001 Bedroom Sectional Title Sold in Darling1 Bed1 Bath2 Parkings
Sold14R695,0003 Bedroom Freehold Sold in Payneville3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings93m²Recently let in Polokwane
NewRented15R7,800 pm3 Bedroom Freehold Rented in West Acres Ext 323 Beds2 Baths3 Parkings159m²
NewRented31R36,000 pm4 Bedroom House Rented in Oude Westhof4 Beds2 Baths5 Parkings300m²
Rented11R8,500 pm2 Bedroom Freehold Rented in White River Ext 462 Beds1 Bath1 Parking94m²
Rented18R7,800 pm3 Bedroom Cluster Rented in Windsor West3 Beds2 Baths2 Parkings157m²
Rented15R7,700 pm2 Bedroom Flat Rented in Meer En See2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking70m²
Rented14R10,800 pm2 Bedroom Garden Cottage Rented in Durbanville Central2 Beds1 Bath2 Parkings
Rented16R14,000 pm1 Bedroom Studio Apartment Rented in Sante Winelands Estate1 Bed1 Bath65m²
Rented17R6,000 pm3 Bedroom Apartment Rented in Silverton3 Beds1 Bath1 Parking95m²
Rented13R18,950 pm4 Bedroom House Rented in Garsfontein4 Beds2 Baths1 Parking -
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