What Sandton renters want in an apartment
Whether it’s their first apartment or they are looking to upgrade, there are amenities that Sandton renter keep an eye out for when looking for apartment to lease. This article looks at the features that are gaining in popularity among prospective tenants.
What Sandton renters want in an apartment
In today’s rental market, convenience is everything. Almost all modern-day tenant expectations have evolved or been influenced by developers rolling out upgraded features and amenities in the most-sought after areas. The idea that one could live in complete comfort without travelling far has become a reality as many rental properties continue to meet tenants’ wants and needs.
“While a gym and a swimming pool might have previously been considered nice extras, these amenities are increasingly becoming must-haves for discerning tenants,” says Thulani Benitsius, Adrienne Hersch Properties’ Sandton CBD Rentals Specialist. Thulani says some of the sought-after luxuries tenants want in property to rent in Sandton include swimming pools, gyms, pet-friendly facilities, fibre internet, 24-hour security and secure parking.
Location continues to be an important drawcard in the rental market as many current homeowners are selling their homes in the suburbs and moving to the central business district to be closer to work. They also want to be within walking distance to shops, restaurants, nightclubs and entertainment – a demand that is certainly being considered by the many mix-use projects in development. The tenant market is certainly shifting to a more a live-work-play environment that offers a more optimal experience for the modern tenant.
For developers and investors, these are critical things to take note of. Location and amenities seem to be essential in capturing the interest of prospective tenants and to their own development’s return in investment potential.
