Property
South Africa

3

Beds

1

Baths

1

Parking

135 m²

Floor area

Apartment 3 beds 1 bath 135 m²

About this property

Newly Renovated Ground-Floor Apartment in Essenwood, Durban

Soukop Property Group presents this spacious, move-in ready apartment in the heart of Essenwood — one of Durban's most sought-after residential suburbs. Positioned on the ground floor of a well-maintained complex with manned security, this 135 m² unit is the ultimate lock-up-and-go lifestyle home.

Interior Highlights

  • Open-plan lounge areas finished with warm laminate wood-look flooring, white crown moulding, and archway detailing — visible across multiple interconnecting reception rooms
  • Recessed downlights and stylish multi-arm ceiling light fittings throughout
  • Air conditioning units installed in living spaces for year-round comfort
  • Glossy U-shaped kitchen featuring dual-tone high-gloss cabinetry (white upper cabinets with dark espresso lower units), mosaic tile splashback, engineered stone-look countertops, a stainless-steel sink, and a built-in induction/ceramic hob; plumbing points for both a washing machine and dishwasher
  • 2 large bedrooms with built-in cupboards and air conditioning
  • Extended half bedroom — ideal as a home office or nursery
  • Prepaid electricity meter already installed

Parking & Outdoor

  • Secure lock-up garage plus a tandem parking bay
  • Communal braai area — perfect for entertaining family and friends
  • Communal wash-line facilities

Location

Situated just 66 m from Durban Girls' College (DGC) and approximately 274 m from Maris Stella School for Girls, making this an exceptional choice for families. Checkers Foods Cowey Park is roughly 600 m away for everyday grocery needs, and Ridge Road Park (≈ 610 m) and Riley Park (≈ 722 m) offer nearby green-space retreats. The Fitness Shack gym is also within easy reach at around 430 m.

Rooms & layout

Bedroom × 3
Bathroom
Kitchen
Lounge
Garage

Features & amenities

SecurityAir conditioningBuilt in cupboardsBraai areaPrepaid electricityParkingNewly renovatedManned securityPrepaid electricity meterSecure garage

Price & ownership

Asking price R 1 650 000
Price per m² R 12 222
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 1,7M
Taxes + legal + admin fees R 47,6K

Rough split: 97.2% purchase price, 2.8% buying costs.

  • Asking price R 1 650 000
  • Transfer duty (est.) R 13 200
  • Deeds Office (transfer) R 1 434
  • Conveyancing (est., incl. VAT) R 32 890
  • Deeds lodgement R 52
  • Total indicative R 1 697 576

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 15 581 /month

Total paid over 20 years (deposit + repayments): R 3 904 548

Deposit 10% · R 165 000
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 1 485 000 over 20 years at 11.25%. Speak to a bond originator for a formal quote.

R 1 650 000