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About this property
Beachfront One-Bedroom Apartment — South Beach, Durban
Presented by Elite Realty, this sectional-title apartment sits in a secure, well-maintained mid-rise building directly across from the iconic Durban beachfront promenade. With the Indian Ocean and palm-lined esplanade visible from the building's outlook, the unit offers an exceptional coastal lifestyle or a compelling short-term letting investment.
Layout & Interior
- Open-plan lounge and kitchen — light-filled and practical, with a dark granite-top breakfast counter separating the two zones
- Fitted kitchen with wall-mounted upper cabinets, tiled splashback, double sink, and space for under-counter appliances
- Bedroom with double bed, built-in-style storage, and a curtained window
- Bathroom (separately accessed)
- Tiled floors throughout; large aluminium-framed windows bring in natural light
Location Highlights
The building is steps from North Beach park (approx. 124 m) and faces a beachfront parking esplanade framed by mature palms and ocean views. Oriental City Shopping Mall is roughly 63 m away, and a KwikSpar is within 190 m, placing everyday conveniences at your doorstep. A cluster of restaurants and a pharmacy are all within a 100 m radius.
Investment Appeal
The unit's beachfront address, proximity to the Golden Mile, and compact 54 m² footprint make it ideally suited to holiday and short-term letting. Sectional-title ownership limits maintenance responsibility, and the building's security features add peace of mind for remote investors and owner-occupiers alike.
Key Features
- Sectional title — 54 m² floor area
- Secure building with access control
- Open-plan lounge and fitted kitchen
- Direct beachfront outlook with ocean and esplanade views
- Holiday letting / Airbnb-suitable
- Walking distance to beaches, shopping, dining, and public transport
Rooms & layout
Features & amenities
Price & ownership
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
Rough split: 97.6% purchase price, 2.4% buying costs.
- Asking price R 790 000
- Deeds Office (transfer) R 687
- Conveyancing (est., incl. VAT) R 18 711
- Deeds lodgement R 52
- Total indicative R 809 450
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
Total paid over 20 years (deposit + repayments): R 1 869 450
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 711 000 over 20 years at 11.25%. Speak to a bond originator for a formal quote.