Chas Everitt International Property in Gauteng, Johannesburg, Houghton

HOUGHTON – “LIFESTYLE OF LUXURY LIVING”

Houghton is one of Johannesburg’s oldest and most prestigious suburbs that was developed as a residential area around the turn of the 20th century. Houghton is located in the prime investment areas of the Northern Suburbs, providing leafy avenues and a variety of birdlife with an emphasis on “Life Style and Luxury Living”. Houghton is home to many of SA’s elite and include Nelson Mandela, who has been a Houghton resident for many years.

Historically a wealthy area, Houghton contains many large residences. Houghton properties are also architecturally varied. Houghton property is ranked highly by those seeking an exclusive lifestyle.

With easy access to all major highways, OR Tambo International (Johannesburg International Airport) and most commercial centres add to Houghton’s desirability.

This area is steeped in academic atmosphere with some of the most exclusive schools and universities, amongst the finest in the country. These include, St John’s College, Roedean School, King Edward VII High School, Kings Mead College, King David School, Pridwin Preparatory School, Sacred Heart College, St David’s Marist Inanda, St Mary’s School for Girls, St Katherine’s, The Ridge, Bella vista, Rivera Nursery, University OF THE Witwatersrand and the University of Johannesburg.

For a diverse shopping experience you need look no further! Houghton shopping is an absolute pleasure with easy access to all upmarket centres. Killarney Mall, Rose bank Mall, Hyde Park Corner, Melrose Arch and Sandton City, Johannesburg’s mecca of spending! For general convenience shopping you also have Oakland’s Shopping Centre

Leisure facilities include, Houghton Golf Course (rated amongst the top 10 in South Africa and recently proclaimed a sanctuary), Killarney Golf Course, Old Edwardian Virgin Active Club, The Transvaal Automobile Club for Golf, Tennis, Squash and Wanderers Planet Fitness.

A variety of Restaurants, Cinemas, B&B’s, 5 Star Hotels, Banking Malls, Medical and Office Suites adorn this highly sort after area.