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Affluent Bryanston suburb still offers affordable office space

Category Commercial Property News

Many would regard certain parts of Johannesburg as being locations reserved for only the rich and famous. So it's no surprise that its Africa’s wealthiest city attracting commercial interest far and wide. An epicentre for the affluent to converge and do business. This is what the foundation of Egoli the city of gold has been built on. From the gold rush of frontier history South Africa to a mega city that could compare to some of the most impressive urban expanses on the planet. This is Johannesburg and suburbs such as Bryanston situated in Sandton are leading the way for so many reasons.

So it's surprising to note that some of its most affluent suburbs are still well priced with the commercial property sector. This is according to an article published at the end of 2017 on the popular property new website Eprop.co.za. 

“Bryanston and Fourways will remain sought-after nodes in northern Johannesburg and will continue to see increasing demand from occupiers looking for affordability and a convenient location,” -Eprop.co.za

These statements are given even further weight as leading commercial property specialists OfficePlace see huge value in the region and have sited Bryanston and Sandton as an epicentre for commerce. The leading company has 144 listed available properties for rental in the Bryanston area that all range in price and size to suit anyone’s budget and taste. It's no surprise that mega brands both locally and internationally have decided to make the Bryanston location their place of trading. Some of these highly regarded brands include Microsoft, Tiger Brands and Nestle. These are just a few of the companies that have made this regarded area their home.

Another aspect that makes Bryanston favourable is two other reasons  its close to formidable residential lodgings and other recreational activities. One such activity is the Michael Mount Organic Market, which runs on both a Thursday and a Saturday. This is a great lunchtime activity and patrons of the popular market are treated to various artisan goods and food. The market hosts roughly 120 traders every week and all of them offer different organic fare and various thrifty nik naks to make any bargain hunter happy. Another factor that makes it popular as a lunchtime outing for employees working in the Bryanston area is that there is an abundance of freshly prepared food and a tea garden serving various lunches ranging from pizza to quiche and of course no market would be complete without some cakes and treats for those with a sweet tooth. 

The area is also popular for its greenery and public parks which is another factor that makes it desirable for those wishing to invest in the area from a commercial perspective. Work life is easier when employees feel that they have some greenery and things to do during their lunch hour. This trend has led certain office parks both locally and internationally being built near public parks or even nature reserves. Recent studies have also stated that being near nature is highly favourable for good health and wellness. 

In any business situation, you want the best for both your employees and your company at large. Being in destinations such as Bryanston only elevates one's status within the commercial and financial epicentre of both South Africa and the entire continent as a whole. Any company needs to be where the action is and that's why Bryanston situated in the heart of Africa’s most affluent suburb and commercial node Sandton is ideal. With such a huge variety of available properties through one of South Africa’s leading property companies OfficePlace it would seem that there really isn’t a better time to invest in Bryanston. 

Author: OfficePlace Property Specialists

Submitted 25 Jul 18 / Views 1430

Bryanston, Sandton

BRYANSTON AT A GLANCE: Bryanston is widely considered to be one of the most affluent areas within the Gauteng province and is a part of the commercial and residential area Sandton. Originally an independent suburban area, post-1994 it became the... More Info