Sale
South Africa

1

Beds

1

Baths

70 m²

Floor area

Apartment 1 bed 1 bath 70 m²

About this property

Situated in the well-established Charles Court complex in Manor Gardens, Durban, this light-filled 1-bedroom, 1-bathroom apartment on the second floor offers a welcoming combination of classic character and practical living.

The building's distinctive red-brick façade and mature tree-lined surrounds set a pleasant tone from arrival. Step through the traditional timber-and-frosted-glass front door (Unit 3) into a tiled entrance hall with an intercom for added security. The separate lounge is a standout space: generous in size, graced with original parquet wood-block flooring and a ceiling fan, it enjoys leafy garden views through a large window — bright and tranquil throughout the day. The bedroom is equally spacious, also featuring parquet flooring and ceiling fan, with an additional adjoining room visible beyond — consistent with the description's mention of an enclosed balcony adaptable as a home office or guest nook. A separate kitchen and bathroom complete the layout across 70 m² of internal floor area.

Two dedicated parking bays are included — a rare convenience in this area. The complex is within easy walking distance of the UKZN Howard College campus (approximately 430 m away) and adjacent to the Msinsi Nature Reserve (approximately 360 m), offering a green, academic neighbourhood feel that suits professionals, students, and couples alike.

Rooms & layout

Bedroom 1
Bathroom
Lounge
Kitchen
Balcony / Enclosed Sunroom
Room × 2

Features & amenities

balconyparkinglow maintenanceparquet flooringceiling fansintercomenclosed balconytwo parking baysleafy garden viewsestablished complex

Price & ownership

Asking price R 760 000
Price per m² R 10 857
Municipal valuation -

Cost to buy (indicative)

Purchase type is not confirmed below. Transfer duty is estimated for a standard resale (not a VAT-inclusive developer or vendor sale). Check with the agent.

Upfront split

Property price R 760K
Taxes + legal + admin fees R 19K

Rough split: 97.6% purchase price, 2.4% buying costs.

  • Asking price R 760 000
  • Deeds Office (transfer) R 660
  • Conveyancing (est., incl. VAT) R 18 262
  • Deeds lodgement R 52
  • Total indicative R 778 974

Estimates from SARS transfer duty tables, Deeds Office–style fees, and LSSA conveyancing guidelines. Not financial or legal advice — confirm with your attorney. Duty uses the higher of price or market value.

Table ref: sars_2025-04-01

Bond Calculator

R 7 177 /month

Total paid over 20 years (deposit + repayments): R 1 798 459

Deposit 10% · R 76 000
Loan term 20 years
5 yr 30 yr
Interest rate 11.25% p.a.
5% Prime ~11.25% 20%

Monthly repayment vs interest rate (deposit fixed at 10%)

Monthly repayment vs deposit percentage (rate fixed at 11.25%)

Indicative estimate only. Loan of R 684 000 over 20 years at 11.25%. Speak to a bond originator for a formal quote.