Property
South Africa

2

Beds

2

Baths

100 m²

Floor area

Apartment 2 beds 2 baths 100 m²

About this property

Well-presented two-bedroom apartment set in a lushly landscaped multi-storey complex in the sought-after Essenwood neighbourhood of Durban. The 100 m² unit is thoughtfully laid out with an open-plan kitchen and lounge that flow seamlessly together, creating a bright, sociable living space. The kitchen has been recently updated with white cabinetry, a striking blue subway-tile splashback, a gas hob, and a centre island topped with a granite-look surface — a practical and stylish heart of the home. Both bedrooms are generously sized and fitted with built-in cupboards; the main bedroom benefits from a private en-suite bathroom. A second full bathroom serves the second bedroom and guests. The lounge opens directly onto a private balcony with a white balustrade railing, ideal for morning coffee while taking in leafy garden and palm-tree views. Two dedicated parking bays are included. The complex itself is impeccably maintained, surrounded by indigenous tropical planting, palms, and manicured lawns. Essenwood is a well-established residential suburb with an outstanding educational precinct on the doorstep — Durban Girls' College is approximately 66 m away and Maris Stella School for Girls is within 275 m. Checkers Foods at Cowey Park is roughly 600 m away for everyday shopping, and Ridge Road Park is within easy reach for outdoor recreation.

Rooms & layout

Bedroom × 2
Bathroom × 2
Kitchen
Lounge
Balcony
Room × 2

Features & amenities

Built in cupboardsEn suite bathroomOpen plan kitchenLoungeBalconyParkingKitchen islandGranite countertopGas hobBlue subway tile splashback

Price & ownership

Asking price R 1 750 000
Price per m² R 17 500
Municipal valuation -

Cost to buy (indicative)

Purchase type is not confirmed below. Transfer duty is estimated for a standard resale (not a VAT-inclusive developer or vendor sale). Check with the agent.

Upfront split

Property price R 1,8M
Taxes + legal + admin fees R 54,9K

Rough split: 97.0% purchase price, 3.0% buying costs.

  • Asking price R 1 750 000
  • Transfer duty (est.) R 18 786
  • Deeds Office (transfer) R 1 521
  • Conveyancing (est., incl. VAT) R 34 500
  • Deeds lodgement R 52
  • Total indicative R 1 804 859

Estimates from SARS transfer duty tables, Deeds Office–style fees, and LSSA conveyancing guidelines. Not financial or legal advice. Confirm with your attorney. Duty uses the higher of price or market value.

Table ref: sars_2025-04-01

Bond Calculator

R 16 526 /month

Total paid over 20 years (deposit + repayments): R 4 141 188

Deposit 10% · R 175 000
Loan term 20 years
5 yr 30 yr
Interest rate 11.25% p.a.
5% Prime ~11.25% 20%

Monthly repayment vs interest rate (deposit fixed at 10%)

Monthly repayment vs deposit percentage (rate fixed at 11.25%)

Indicative estimate only. Loan of R 1 575 000 over 20 years at 11.25%. Speak to a bond originator for a formal quote.

R 1 750 000