Goodwood at a glance
Vibrant Goodwood, WC is where it's at
If you're looking for an up-and-coming area in Cape Town to call home, look no further than Goodwood. Not only is this area of the Northern Suburbs close to several highways, but it also offers a variety of properties at a wide range of prices. You're likely to get a great deal on a "fixer-upper" home too!
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About Goodwood, Western Cape
This neighbourhood is about as central as it gets in Cape Town, making it a choice destination for homeowners who need to live close to workplaces in the inner city. It is situated in the Tygerberg region of Cape Town, wedged between the Southern and Northern Suburbs of the Mother City.
The area is also popular with large households looking for big homes with separate rooms or extra living space for senior family members.
Several suburbs make up the greater Goodwood area, including:
- Acacia Park
- Avon
- Avonwood
- Balvenie
- Edgemead
- Elnor
- Elsies River Industrial
- Goodwood Estate
- Goodwood Park
- Grandwest
- Montevista
- N1 City
- North Camp Wingfield
- Norwood
- Plattekloof Glen
- Richmond Estate
- Riverton
- Ruyterwacht
- Salberau
- The Range
- Townsend Estate
- Tygerdal
- Vasco Estate
- Walhalla
- WP Park
Homes in the north, close to Plattekloof and Welgelegen, tend to be more popular as these areas are considered the safest in Goodwood.
The property market in Goodwood, South Africa
Goodwood is the ideal neighbourhood for those looking to take the first step in their property journey. You'll also have several affordable rental homes to choose from, including budget-friendly garden cottages in the large yards of older properties.
Because of the number of cost-effective properties available, Goodwood has seen an influx of middle-income families investing in houses here - especially homes sold at a steal because they need some work.
In the last 10 years, Goodwood properties generally sold for between R800 000 to about R1.6 million, according to Property24. The area has several complexes, although brand-new developments are scarce.
Goodwood health and education
Living in the centre of Cape Town puts you a stone's throw from a range of hospitals and schools.
In Goodwood itself, you'll have easy access to Netcare N1 City Hospital, Nurture Cape Hospital for post-acute and physical rehabilitation, and the governmental Goodwood Clinic.
For basic education, families have a choice between Goodwood Park Primary School , Kings School Goodwood, De Vrije Zee Primary School and Koos Sadie Primary School, among others.
J.G. Meiring High School, Hoërskool President High School, Fairbairn College and Goodwood College are just some of the secondary educational institutions here.
Cape Town itself is an excellent destination for tertiary students, with the University of Cape Town, University of the Western Cape and the Cape Peninsula University of Technology all nearby.
Lifestyle and entertainment in Goodwood, WC
As a Goodwood resident, you'll be just a few minutes away from the N1 and M7 highways and a short drive from mega malls, beaches and wineries.
If you want to shop in the area, try the N1 City Mall, which offers a relaxed, laid-back shopping experience that will make the free-spirited feel right at home. Opt for Canal Walk Shopping Centre if you're looking for a high-end shopping experience.
Several smaller shopping centres make popping into the stores quick and easy. Goodwood Mall and Glenwood Shopping Centre are good options.
Living in the heart of Cape Town also puts you close to every type of entertainment you could wish for. The GrandWest Casino and Entertainment World, Wonderland Amusement Centre and Goodwood Sports Club are all close by.
With its great schools, affordable properties and proximity to the best that Cape Town has to offer, Goodwood is the ideal place to start your property journey.
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Meet NS Property Solutions' team in Goodwood
Anton Jooste
Anton treats each one of his clients in the way he would like to be treated, with no exceptions. That's why his customers love the amount of time and effort he puts into carefully guiding them through every step of their property journey. Anton strives to give every customer a personalised experience. Leave it to Anton to always give you honest and sound advice, and make you feel cared for. Once you've worked with him, you'll quickly learn that you've made a property partner for life!
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