Midrand

Platinum Residential offers a range of residential properties for those wanting to live in Midrand. Midrand is located between Centurion and Kyalami and is part of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality.

In 1981, Midrand was established as a municipality, but ceased to be an independent town after local government restructuring that followed the end of apartheid in 1994. Midrand has been part of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality since 2000.   

Midrand is a modern town and has experienced considerable growth in the last decade. It continues to expand and many businesses have made the shift to Midrand due to its proximity to good highway links and its location in the economic centre of Gauteng Province.

 1) Schools

Midrand offers residents diversity of choice when it comes to schooling options. 

Pre-schools and Baby care in Midrand 

Beaulieu Preparatory School, Sagewood School, Robins Nest Nursery School, Midway Pre-School, Diapers & Dummies Creche and Nursery, Little Beens Educare Centre, Paddington's Educare Centre, The Valley Nursery School, Einstein Factory Nursery School, 345 Nursery School, Clucky Duck Creche and Nursery School, Smiley Kids - Midrand, Kyalami Ridge Creche and Preschool, Kildrummy Pre Primary, Lonehill Nursery and Pre Primary School, Crawford Pre-Primary Schools, Kyalami Estates Pre Primary, Opti- Baby (Midrand), Earth Kids Play Patch, Little Wonderland, Summerhill International College, Garden Montessori, The Glen Montessori, Orange Babies Montessori Pre-School, Bright Buddies Play School, Baby's Adventure Land, Reddam House Waterfall Estate, Reddford House Pre-Primary, Curro Pre-Primary School.

 Primary Schools in Midrand: 

Sagewood School, Midrand English Medium Primary, Summerhill International College, Jubilate Primary School, Beaulieu Preparatory School, 345 Primary School, Halfway House Primary, Nizamiye Primary and High School.  

 High Schools in Midrand: 

Beaulieu College, Summerhill International College, Midrand High School, Nizamiye Primary and High School, Allanridge Secondary School, American International School of Johannesburg.

 Tertiary Education in Midrand: 

Varsity College Midrand, Midrand Graduate Institute, CTI Education Group.

2) Attractions 

Midrand has a wide variety of attractions that will keep both residents and visitors entertained. Whether you are a history nut or nature enthusiast, Midrand has it all.  

Lory Park

• Location: 180/1 Kruger Road, President Park, Midrand  

Lory Park, a rehabilitation centre and animal sanctuary, is the perfect place for the whole family. The park is home to various big cats, reptiles and exotic birds. Some of these animals are too vulnerable to be released into the wild and have become permanent residents at the park.   

Visitors can see and learn more about critically endangered species of birds and mammals, including the Blue Crane, Bengal Tiger and King Vulture.    

Visitors can enjoy a relaxing refreshment at the Lory Park tea garden. This spot overlooks the open-air parrot and lorikeet enclosure. Children are encouraged to interact with the birds and learn more about them in a controlled environment. 

Mapatiza - underground Gemstone Mine Tour

• Location: 52 Mercury Avenue, Crowthorne Kyalami, Johannesburg

Another spot that is ideal for a family outing is the popular underground gemstone mine tour.    

Here, visitors can learn more about gemstones by taking an informative and educational guided tour. 
View the colourful passages and chambers of the underground gemstone mine and then experience the sorting and polishing process of African gemstones during an outside mine-run.  

Momentum World of Golf

Midrand is great for golf enthusiasts. Not too confident in your golfing skills? Momentum World of Golf is the perfect solution. Designed for golf lovers to practice every part of their game, it is the perfect place to refine your skills in a fun and friendly environment.  

Avoid long queues, hidden costs and hassles and hit as many balls as you like for a small daily fee.   

Other golf courses in Midrand: 

• Blue Valley Golf & Country Estate

• Kyalami Country Club 

• Leeuwkop Golf Club

FlyJozi

FlyJozi is perfect for adrenaline junkies. Enjoy a guided historical Johannesburg tour in a unique way. The dedicated team is flexible and will do absolutely anything to ensure that your requirements are met. All flights depart from Grand Central Airport in Midrand. 

FlyJozi offers various packages such as: 

• City of Jozi flight by day or by night - A unique look at some of the most iconic landmarks that Johannesburg has to offer, such as Nelson Mandela's first place of residence, the old Orlando cooling towers, Little Falls Nature Reserve and The Cradle Nature Reserve.

• Harties Scenic - Travel North West to Hartebeespoort Dam and enjoy spectacular views of the mountains and dam.  

• Majestic Magaliesburg Mountains - Continue deeper into the Magaliesberg mountains after experiencing the splendour of the Hartebeespoort Dam. 

• And many more...

Turkish Mosque  

The Turkish Mosque in Midrand is a faithfully replicated ¾-scale copy of the beautiful 500-year-old Selimiye Mosque found in the city of Edirne. It is not surprising that it has become one of Midrand's most popular tourist attractions. Visitors can experience some breath-taking architecture with beautiful spires and doors. The interior is even more impressive with colourful and intricate mosaic masterpieces and domed ceilings.

Gautrain

In terms of public transport, Midrand will not let you down. It has a large metro station on the Gautrain rapid transit system with easy access from the N1 highway and K101.

The Gautrain is a mass rapid transit railway system in Gauteng, built to relieve traffic congestion. It links Johannesburg, Pretoria, Ekurhuleni and OR Tambo International airport.

The Kyalami Grand Prix Circuit & International Convention Centre

In 2014, Porsche won the bid at auction (for a whopping R205-million) of Kyalami Race Track. Since then, the German based sports car brand has completed the single biggest upgrade in the facility's history, bring the track back to international racing standards.  

A world-class venue with superb facilities, the International Conference Centre is now the preferred destination for year-round conferencing, exhibitions, trade shows, products launches and public and private events.

The Mall of Africa 

The Mall of Africa is South Africa's largest shopping mall ever built in a single phase. Home to over 300 stores, both local and international brands are on offer. With exciting architecture and easy shopping navigation, shoppers will experience a superior shopping experience. Free Wi-Fi coverage throughout the mall, makes it a perfect spot for business professionals to network.  

The mall is easily accessible from Maxwell Drive or from the N1 via Allandale Road and is in close proximity to both Lanseria Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport. Mall of Africa caters for the flourishing community that is living and working in and around the Waterfall Estate. 

3) Hospitals in Midrand 

• Netcare Waterfall City

• Carstenhof Private Hospital

4) Suburbs in Midrand 

Carlswald 

Carlswald gives residents an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. The suburb is situated in a valley between Johannesburg and Pretoria. To the north, residents can enjoy views of the Magaliesberg mountains.
The Carlswald Lifestyle shopping centre is a popular and much needed shopping solution for residents and visitors. This open mall style complex offers a range of restaurants and has helped tremendously to put Carlswald on the map.   

Halfway Gardens

Halfway House, as its name suggests, is positioned halfway between Johannesburg and Pretoria. It was originally established as a watering post for horses travelling between the two cities. Today it is a hub of activity with various lifestyle estates, townhouses and businesses.   

Kyalami Hills

Kyalami Hills is a beautiful residential suburb in Midrand. It is home to the Kyalami Hills Estate, a classy full title cluster environment featuring stylishly designed and perfectly maintained single and double-storey Tuscan style homes. This secure estate features a clubhouse, tennis court, and park area. 

Waterfall

Waterfall Country Lifestyle Estate promotes the 'green' living. The estate is situated on the embankment of the Jukskei River and is evolving into an aesthetically pleasing and highly secure Estate. Residents can enjoy the tranquillity of the landscaped park that surrounds their property. The residential Estates allow investors to build their own homes or choose from a range of sensitively developed building packages. 

Reddam House Waterfall, an internationally recognised private school, is situated in the Estate making it effortless for children to transverse between home and school without having to leave the high secure estates. 

Fitness fanatics can enjoy 37km's of walking trails and mountain bike tracks that run through the Estates' 600 acres of indigenous green belt. Waterfall Country Lifestyle Estate is perfect for nature enthusiasts and comes complete with bird hides and park benches where residents can sit back, relax and be one with nature. 

Other suburbs in Midrand:  

• Erand Gardens 

• Sagewood 

• Summerset 

• Vorna Valley 

 Midrand Property Specialists 

The Platinum Residential team is made up of highly skilled agents who can assist with all your property related queries. Partner with a talented team by contacting us today for all your residential property requirements.