Looking to simplify your lifestyle without sacrificing comfort? Apartments on the South Coast are quickly becoming a go-to choice for retirees and downsizers looking for affordability and convenience amidst a beautiful natural setting.
With new developments transforming the region, the Mid-South Coast now offers an exciting range of options for those wanting a more manageable way of life.
What Retirees Should Consider When Choosing an Apartment
While there are plenty of reasons for downsizing, one of the most common motivations is retirement. As you get older, you may find that you no longer want the responsibility and maintenance that comes with a free-standing home.
However, there are a few essential factors retirees should consider when choosing an apartment, including:
- Accessibility: How far away are shopping centres, healthcare facilities, and other amenities?
- Cost: How much can you spend on your new apartment?
- Safety and security: Homeowners in South Africa should always prioritise safety.
- Convenience: Stairs and cramped rooms can pose a challenge to retirees.
- Natural spaces: Balconies and communal gardens offer access to fresh air and plants.
Why the South Coast?
If you don’t currently live on the South Coast, what would motivate you to move there? Here are a few reasons why South Coast apartments are becoming incredibly popular for retirees and downsizers of all kinds:
- Warm weather all year round: Thanks to the subtropical climate, you can look forward to warm winters and plenty of sunny days.
- Affordable pricing: When compared to the Western Cape and other parts of KZN, apartments on the South Coast are very affordable.
- Recent developments: Recent developments, such as the Renishaw Precinct and the Hibiscus Healthcare facility, have put the Mid-South Coast on the map.
- Natural Beauty: With breathtaking beaches and lush coastal forests, the region’s natural beauty is undeniable.
- Access to Durban: The South Coast is mostly filled with small towns, but Durban is easy to access via the N2.
Apartments at Renishaw Hills on the South Coast
Renishaw Hills Lifestyle Estate is part of a 1,300-hectare precinct in Scottburgh, complete with a gym, healthcare facilities, gardens filled with native flora, a heated swimming pool, biking trails, and many other amenities.
Residents enjoy their privacy alongside an active community and plenty of opportunities to socialise, should they wish to do so. All apartments here come with high-speed wi-fi, an inverter, Smeg appliances, and a parking bay or garage.
What about the price? Considering the average price of retirement properties in South Africa is R1.9 million, you’ll be pleased to note that apartments at Renishaw Hills start at just R1 595 000.
Are you a retiree who is thinking of downsizing? While Renishaw Hills isn’t an official Retirement Village, our Lifestyle Estate is the ideal place to spend your golden years. Our apartments on the South Coast offer everything you need for a comfortable yet active retirement. Contact us today if you’d like to see our units for yourself. We are more than happy to organise a private tour to show you around.
