Author: CSi Property Group, 27 August 2025,
Suburb News

A market update on Olympus, Pretoria

Olympus, Pretoria, is known as a great home for many reasons. It’s a peaceful suburb close to an array of amenities, and the homes for sale and to rent include affordable sectional titles for families and retirees. The CSi Property Group, an expert in selling and leasing properties in Olympus, provides the lowdown on the property market in Olympus.

Properties for sale in Olympus

The CSi Property Group has an array of stunning properties for sale in Olympus, including two-bedroom apartments for sale in Olympus, with prices starting at around R730 000 – which is well within the transfer duty-free threshold. These apartments are situated in popular developments like Boardwalk Heights Apartments, which offers secure and modern living in a well-maintained lifestyle estate setting. These apartments are designed for young professionals, families and investors alike. With 24-hour security, access control and an array of on-site amenities, Boardwalk Heights offers a way of life not found in other parts of South Africa.

One of the aspects that many residents love most about Boardwalk Heights is the 90-hectare nature trail. It’s the ideal place to go for a walk or jog – or to simply unwind outdoors.

If you’re looking for a retirement home, Olympus may be just be suburb that checks all your boxes. Stunning two-bedroom units are on the market in Olympus’s Bronberg Retirement Estate. This estate offers everything that seniors need, including frail care, a service centre and a medical consulting room. There’s also 24-hour access control and security for peace of mind. There are opportunities to go walking and cycling on the property and residents can also attend the array of arranged social events that staff organise.

Units in Bronberg Retirement Estate vary in price depending on their size. You can buy a two-bedroom apartment from as low as R1 200 000 in 2025, while a three-bedroom retirement unit costs R2 250 000.

Looking to rent in Olympus? Here’s what you can expect to find.

If you’re looking for the flexibility that comes with being a tenant, Olympus has your needs covered. From just R7 000 per month, you can rent a two-bedroom apartment in the aforementioned Boardwalk Heights complex. Being a tenant rather than a homeowner means you won’t have to pay levies, making renting at Boardwalk Heights an extremely affordable way of life.

Olympus property market: facts and figures

Lightstone data reveals that market stock in Olympus AH is made up of 94% sectional titles, with 3% of these being located within estates. The remaining 6% comprises freehold properties. The area is popular among pensioners, with 38% of recent buyers being aged 65 or older. The price of sectional title properties is lower in 2025 than it has been, making now an astute time to invest.

Top reasons to call Olympus home

There are many good reasons why Olympus residents love their home. Firstly, convenience is on your doorstep thanks to Olympus Village. This attractive local shopping centre features a life-sized statue of Olympus and a tenant mix that meets a variety of needs. From Checkers and Woolworths to an array of eateries and specialist stores, all your needs are met without needing to go further afield.

There is also an array of schools close to home, including Maragon Olympus Primary School, Kingdom Preparatory School and Abbotts College Pretoria East.

Over and above the amenities, Olympus residents love their home for its serenity and relaxed ambience. In the words of one resident, “Olympus is a place I can go home to and forget about the hustle and bustle of the rest of Gauteng.”

If you’re looking to buy or rent property in Olympus, get in touch with the CSi Property Group. We’ve got our finger on the pulse of this area and we’d be happy to help you find your next home.