Nelspruit, Mpumalanga

Nelspruit at a glance

Background and Historical Information of the Area

Nelspruit, now officially known as Mbombela, is the capital of the Mpumalanga province in South Africa. It has a rich history that has shaped it into the vibrant city it is today. The city was founded in 1895 by three brothers of the Nel family who grazed their cattle around the site in the winter months.Top of Form

Area Serenity

Nelspruit charms with its weather, scenery, attractions, and lifestyle. Nelspruit is the second-largest citrus-producing area in South Africa. It is responsible for one-third of the country's export of oranges. In terms of real estate, this town offers properties that include freehold properties, flats, apartments, and sectional title properties in high-end security estates.

Lifestyle

Nelspruit is surrounded by tourist attractions. From the Kruger National Park to Sudwala Caves, you will have a ton to do in the beautiful Lowveld!

One can choose to be adventurous by partaking in the following activities:

• Caving
• Mountaineering
• Paragliding
• River rafting
• Zip Line
• Rock climbing
• Big Swing

Best Suburbs in Nelspruit

Nelspruit is one of the fastest growing and developing cities in South Africa. Some of the desirable suburbs in Nelspruit, Mpumalanga include:

1. West Acres: Known for its convenience and proximity to shopping centres and schools.
2. Sonheuwel: A peaceful suburb with a mix of residential properties and scenic surroundings.
3. Steiltes: Steiltes is in a nature reserve location that offers beautiful views of the Lowveld landscape This suburb is favoured for its tranquillity and luxury homes.
4. Drum Rock: A family-friendly area with access to various amenities and schools.
5. The Rest: The Rest Nature Estate is a 320-hectare residential estate located 5 minutes from Nelspruit. The estate prides itself on its state-of-the-art security features, assuring residents a serene and safe sanctuary.
6. Riverside Park: A modern and up-and-coming suburb known for its contemporary housing and commercial developments.

Houses that are listed in Nelspruit.

These are just a few of the best suburbs in Nelspruit, and the choice ultimately depends on your specific preferences and needs. It's advisable to visit and explore these areas to determine which one suits your lifestyle and requirements the best.

Education

One of the top schools in Mpumalanga is situated in Nelspruit, such as Hoërskool Nelspruit. Other schools in the area include, Laerskool Laeveld, Nelspruit Primary School, Hoërskool Bergvlam, and Curro Nelspruit Primary and High School.

Safety

Within Nelspruit, there is Matumi Golf Estate, a well-secured residential golf estate that offers secured fencing and 24-hour security that roams the estate. This provides peace of mind for friends, family and loved ones to spend time together or for children to ride their bicycles in the street. The number of contact crimes in Nelspruit has decreased by 20%, while the property crime rate in Nelspruit has decreased by 54% year after year. There are a wide variety of secured and gated estates to choose from.

Statistics

Let us look at the demographics of homeowners, sellers and buyers by age in Nelspruit.

Sellers: 33.3% Aged 65+

Buyers: 42% between the ages of 36 and 49.

Owners: 36.6% aged 50-64.

Healthcare

Nelspruit has the following health sectors, Medi Clinic, Nelmed Medicross, and Busamed Lowveld Private Hospital just to name a few.

Shopping Centres

There are a few shopping centres worth mentioning in Nelspruit which include, Crossings, West End, Sonpark, The Village, Valley Hyper Centre, and The Grove Riverside. There are also two large malls to visit for all your shopping needs, which are I'langa Mall and Riverside Mall.

Restaurants

For all the foodies out there, you are going to love the list of restaurants that Nelspruit has to offer. Herewith are our top 10: Zest, Salsa Mexican Restaurant & Tequilaria Nelspruit, Orange Restaurant, Cicada, Greek Kouzina, Mediterranean, Kwanyoni Lodge, Bistro Bistro, Ocean Basket, and John Dory's. If you need takeaway for your road trip back home, you can stop at Abeega Roadhouse. You're welcome!

Distance from key points

The closest airport from Nelspruit is Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport which is 27.5km away.

Franchisee - Agents

Combrink Greyling Attorneys is the owner of the 3%.Com Properties franchise in Nelspruit. 

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