Mar
2022
Glenhurd is a suburb located in the greater Port Elizabeth. Purchasing a home in the leafy mixed-use residential suburb of Glenhurd will be rewarding both in that the property values indicate steady growth and secondly the family values that the suburb portrays. The suburb is well-established and has a middle to upper-class status.
The architectural styles of homes in the suburb range from contemporary modern, classic conventional, and period-styled homes. The fair weather conditions of Port Elizabeth are ideal for avid gardeners and their gardens complement the homes.
Apartments and townhouses appeal to young professionals, young families, and pensioners as the market value of this segment is competitive. The rental market is also buoyant which attracts investors in this market segment.
There is a slight shortage of properties for sale in the suburb which may be due to families that remain in the suburb because of all its positive attributes, charm, and prime location.
The lifestyle of residents is laid back which is typical of coastal towns. This laid-back attitude draws residents to entertain at home rather than spending time and money on commercial entertainment. But the nigh-life of the suburb and town, in general, is vibey and upbeat and during summer breaks the town comes alive with tourists from across the country exploring the game farms, The Addo Elephant National Park, spend a day on the beach sunbathing or enjoying water sport activities in the ocean.
Buyers seeking a value for money holiday apartment could consider the apartments in the suburb as it is more removed from the seasonal crowding that Port Elizabeth is known for.
For permanent residents, there are scores of schools to send children to namely Herbert Hurd Primary School, Laerskool Newtonpark, Collegiate Junior School for Girls, and Collegiate Girls High School.
For retail needs and entertainment, there are loads of malls nearby namely Greenacres Shopping Mall, Big Ben Centre, Sunridge Village Shopping Centre, and Newton Shopping Centre.
