2
Beds
1
Baths
63 m²
Floor area
About this property
This well-maintained 1.5-bedroom apartment in sought-after Essenwood, Durban, offers stylish and comfortable living in a neat, secure environment. Spanning 63 m² of internal floor area, the unit features a spacious main bedroom, an additional half bedroom, one bathroom, and a bright open-plan lounge that flows effortlessly through the home.
The lounge is a standout — furnished with a green velvet sofa and deep-blue occasional chairs arranged around a glass-topped coffee table, with a stone-effect feature wall housing a wall-mounted flat-screen TV and white media unit. A security gate on the large window and an air-conditioning unit ensure year-round comfort.
The fitted kitchen is well equipped with white upper cabinetry, granite-effect countertops, a built-in oven, gas/electric hob, extractor hood, double sink, and space for a freestanding fridge. Blue accent walls and white subway-tile splashbacks give the space a fresh, modern feel.
A tiled entrance passage with wall sconce lighting connects the front door to the living area, providing a welcoming arrival experience. Security burglar bars on windows throughout add peace of mind.
The property includes one secure parking bay with a carport. Ideally suited to first-time buyers, young professionals, or savvy investors, this apartment sits literally metres from Durban Girls' College and is within easy reach of Checkers Cowey Park (≈600 m), Ridge Road Park (≈610 m), and The Fitness Shack gym (≈430 m).
Rooms & layout
Features & amenities
Price & ownership
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
Rough split: 97.7% purchase price, 2.3% buying costs.
- Asking price R 850 000
- Deeds Office (transfer) R 739
- Conveyancing (est., incl. VAT) R 19 608
- Deeds lodgement R 52
- Total indicative R 870 399
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
Total paid over 20 years (deposit + repayments): R 2 011 434
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 765 000 over 20 years at 11.25%. Speak to a bond originator for a formal quote.
R 850 000