Emmarentia
Gabled family home a few streets from the dam
R6 950 000
5 bed, 4 bath, freehold
emmarentia
Family homes between the dam and the botanical garden.
Emmarentia is green in a literal sense. The Emmarentia Dam and the Johannesburg Botanical Garden sit inside the suburb, and the houses around them are some of the most sought after family homes on this side of town.
A little history
The land was part of the Braamfontein farm bought by the Geldenhuys family in 1886, and the suburb was named in 1937 after Emmarentia Botha, wife of Louw Geldenhuys. The Johannesburg Botanical Garden was established in 1964 on land from the former farm.
The houses
Larger family homes on generous stands, from 1930s and 1940s houses with gables and stoeps to modern rebuilds. Houses near the dam and garden attract the strongest interest.
the streets to know.
Emmarentia Dam
A dam on the Westdene spruit, popular for walks, dog walking, rowing and paddling.
Johannesburg Botanical Garden
Next to the dam, with its rose garden, herb garden and big open lawns.
Greenside and Melville
The restaurants of Gleneagles Road in Greenside and 7th Street in Melville are both a short drive away.
Good for
- Families who want a big house near green space
- Runners, walkers and dog owners
- Buyers who want an established, quiet street
Think about
- Homes near the dam carry a premium
- Some streets see weekend traffic to the garden
- Older houses may need roof and electrical work
for sale in emmarentia.
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Nomvula Dlamini
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Principal property practitioner
Looking for something we have not listed yet? Nomvula hears about houses before they reach the market.
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How much does a house cost in Emmarentia?
Family homes usually from about R3.8 million, with large homes near the dam often above R6 million. Prices depend on the size of the stand, the condition of the house and the street, so ask us for recent sales near the house you like.
What kind of houses are in Emmarentia?
Larger family homes on generous stands, from 1930s and 1940s houses with gables and stoeps to modern rebuilds. Houses near the dam and garden attract the strongest interest.
Who sells houses in Emmarentia at Stoep?
Nomvula Dlamini, principal property practitioner. You can reach Nomvula on 082 640 1193.
what is your house worth on its street?
We visit, walk the street and compare recent sales nearby, then give you a written valuation with the reasoning behind it. There is no charge and no obligation to list.