An apartment in Savannah Park Umhlanga gives you premium access to all of Umhlanga’s amenities. Welcome to a convenient lifestyle, connected to business parks, schools, shopping malls and Umhlanga beach – all within a short 10-minute drive from Savannah Park. Not only are you connected, but you can enjoy living a lock-up-and-go lifestyle with peace of mind within our secure estate. Choose to own or rent out your apartment! There’s always a good reason to own property in Umhlanga!
The Umhlanga location advantage
Apartments within the thriving Umhlanga Ridge Town Centre location have appreciated by an average 67% between 2013 – 2023*. It’s all due to the walkable safe precinct and the thriving leisure activities in the area. Savannah Park has enjoyed near full 95% occupancy since launching and eager renters contact us each day. We’ve seen the population increase as more people move into the area and it is evident to see that Umhlanga is the ultimate place to live across all age groups and life stages.
Did you know, Umhlanga has surpassed Ballito by 45% in total sectional title sales transactions since 2021? Umhlanga is the ultimate place to own property, and Savannah Park should be first on your list. The area is thriving! Take a peak at the top Umhlanga amenities close to Savannah Park that residents prioritise when choosing where to rent in Umhlanga and drives up our rental demand.
Top places Savannah Park residents love, close to home:
Gateway Theatre of Shopping
Gateway sees over 24 million patrons frequenting the mall annually. It is one of the biggest malls in South Africa with some of the country’s best loved brands, restaurants and leisure activities for kids. Not to mention the new padel courts coming soon to the mall in conjunction with the Virgin Active Gym. From a quick trip to get groceries at Checkers or Woolworths, or to buy an outfit for a work event, Gateway is a short 5-minute drive away.
Business parks and schools in the area
An easy commute should never be overlooked. Many of our residents work in the area, driving between Savannah Park and the La Lucia ridge daily. With top companies such as Unilever and Investec, media firms and law firms, the area is buzzing with commerce. Added to this, top schools such as Crawford International, Atholton and institutes such as Vega and Richfield College are closeby.
Old Town Italy
Dining close to home or grabbing take out at this Italian style bistro is a favourite amongst residents. There is a gelato counter for hot summer days and you can spend afternoons with friends, enjoying the pavement style café seating while enjoying a beverage or two. Savannah Park is situated close enough to walk to Old Town Italy on the weekends and there is always parking available in the adjacent parking lot.
Park Square
This neighbourhood mall has a beautiful, modern design as part of the Nedbank corporate complex. It is easy to zip in and out for groceries at Spar or to grab a quick lunch enroute to your next weekend commitment. For those who work in the area within the surrounding business parks, you will find many enjoy walking through Park Square to enjoy their lunch hour at Chris Saunders Park – which is also a famous spot for evening summer concerts and activation events.
Umhlanga Ridge Children’s Park
This park is ideally situated for young families within the area and it is within close proximity to Gateway Theatre of Shopping, The park enjoys the security of the Umhlanga Ridge Town Centre Management Association, which makes sure the grass is mowed, play equipment is painted and well-maintained and that it is safe for children to play. There are swings, slides and climbing apparatus as well as plenty of grass for kids to run free in a safe environment.
Umhlanga Beach and promenade
Everyone wants to live close to the beach. Savannah Park enjoys the luxury of being away from the crowds on Umhlanga Beach, while being within an easy 5-minute drive. The Umhlanga Promenade is a safe stretch of paved walkway with picturesque sea views. Meet the local community who come out daily to walk their dogs and enjoy family moments outdoors. There are a few vendors selling coffee and ice cream, and you will find clean beaches to bring the kids out for the day.
Cornubia Mall
Designed as an outdoor mall, Cornubia has captured the hearts of the local Umhlanga community. Driving up the value of homes in the area, the mall is a convenient location for household goods, party accessories, banking and groceries. There is a be.up play park for the kids and movies within the complex.
Umhlanga Bowling Club
Another popular dining spot for those who rent at Savannah Park is at the Umhlanga Bowling club across the road. Spend a leisurely afternoon at the club where you can get great food and drinks, watch padel or step into Julios for a delectable bite to eat
Close connection to the N2
From Savannah Park it is a short road to get onto the N2. For those who commute often or need to be at King Shaka International airport, it is a quick 15-minute drive. Equally, in the opposite direction, you can use the N2 to get to the greater Durban area.
Busamed Private Hospital
While not necessarily a favourite place to be, having a hospital closeby has been known to increase the attractiveness of property. Residents also feel reassured that help is always at hand should they need to reach the emergency room or find a doctor for a check-up. It is extremely convenient to have all medical services housed in the neighbourhood. Within the hospital complex, you can find a range of specialists.
Umhlanga is thriving, evidenced by the integrated abundance of services, leisure centres, outdoor parks and attention to maintenance and security. All these features fundamentally boost the value of your home and the attractiveness for residents looking to rent. Historically Savannah Park has enjoyed 95% occupancy annually. It is a high demand estate, within a high demand area. With opportunities now launching to own within Savannah Park, you can be the first to own in one of Umhlanga’s most successful and sought-after estates.
