Price, Proximity, Potential

When looking for property to live in or invest in, three key factors consistently determine the quality of the decision: price, proximity, and potential for capital growth. This panel of experts zones in on the charming cosmopolitan area of Hillcrest, discussing the lifestyle, the value proposition for property, and market trends in both retail and residential.

The Hillcrest value proposition

The current economic climate is a time for innovation, resilience, and opportunity. Hillcrest presents a compelling case on all three fronts. As the Upper Highway area of KwaZulu-Natal continues to attract a growing professional and family demographic, the demand for quality residential property has remained robust, even as broader market conditions have fluctuated.

A panel of experts

Hosted by Doody Adams of The Crest magazine, Emberton Estate’s Geoff Perkins from the Collins Group joined a distinguished panel including:

Andrew Smith, Smiths Property Group
Dave Rowles, Developer of Watercrest Mall
Hayley Dennyson, representing Waterfall Schools
Rory Wilkinson, Planning and development specialist
Dave Jones, Seeff Hillcrest

The discussion covered the lifestyle on offer in Hillcrest, the proximity of excellent schools, the demand for family homes and rental properties, and what makes the area a uniquely compelling investment destination.

Price: accessible entry into a premium market

Hillcrest is known for its high property values, yet developments like Emberton Estate demonstrate that quality and accessibility are not mutually exclusive. With strategic pricing, low deposit requirements, and no transfer duty on new off-plan purchases, the barrier to entry into this sought-after area is lower than many buyers expect.

Proximity: everything within reach

Location within Hillcrest means being minutes from top schools, major shopping centres, restaurants, recreational facilities, and the N3 highway to Durban, all while enjoying the security and serenity of an established lifestyle estate.

Potential: a decade of growth

The Hillcrest property market has recorded a 48% increase in median house prices over the last decade. As infrastructure continues to develop and the area’s reputation as a premier residential destination grows, the long-term capital appreciation potential for well-positioned property remains strong.