Blairgowrie, Randburg

The suburb Blairgowrie developed as the suburb of Johannesburg expanded, in the north, during the gold rush of yesteryear to accommodate the newly established gold mine workers.

Blairgowrie is slightly younger than Randburg yet it is obvious that the suburb did not follow long after this, making it a well-established suburb. It is a suburb of Randburg and is by affiliation also an up-market suburb with mixed use. The up-market tag comes from the architecture which is a mixture of conventional and current modern designs, and the homes are generally displayed against the “all too familiar” Highveld gardens which flourish amongst the soils.

The location of the suburb is a positive factor in adding to the demand for residential property, as the major roads lead to schools, commercial and retail hubs and other suburbs in Johannesburg. Schools in the region are sought after for their academic acclaim and also for their good participation in outdoor sports activities. There are also well-known malls close to Blairgowrie and major routes, making travelling easy and convenient. Neighbouring suburbs to Blairgowrie are Bordeaux and Ferndale.