Here are some properties currently listed in Roodepoort, to give you an idea of the market:
1 bed / 1 bath apartment in Radiokop: ~ R 5,850/month. Seeff Property Group+1
3 bed / 2 bath townhouse in Wilgeheuwel: ~ R 12,500/month. Seeff Property Group
5 bedroom house in Eagle Canyon Golf Estate: ~ R 125,000/month. Seeff Property Group
2 bed townhouse in Weltevreden Park: ~ R 8,000/month. Seeff Property Group
1 bed apartment in Roodekrans: ~ R 5,500/month. Moresa
These show there's quite a wide range — depending very much on size, suburb, and estate or complex.
???? Good Areas to Consider
Here are some suburbs within Roodepoort that show up often in rental searches and appear to have good options:
Weltevreden Park — Several 2-bed-units/townhouses listed around ~R8,000/month. Seeff Property Group+1
Wilgeheuwel — Townhouses, complexes, something of a mid-range option.
Radiokop — Smaller units (1-bed etc) appear here with more affordable rents.
Eagle Canyon Golf Estate — Premium estate, much higher rents (luxury houses).
✅ What to Do Next / Tips
Define your budget clearly — what’s the maximum rent you’re comfortable with, plus utilities/parking/levies.
Decide on the type of property you want: apartment, townhouse, house, in a complex or standalone.
Choose your preferred area(s) based on commute, amenities, safety, etc.
Use reliable real-estate websites or agencies. For example, listings on:
Seeff Property Group (for “to let in Roodepoort”) Seeff Property Group+1
MoreSA Properties (rentals in Roodepoort) Moresa
Visit the property in person (or a trusted representative) to check condition, security, access.
Check lease terms: length of lease, deposit required, inclusion of parking, maintenance, etc.
Ask about any hidden costs: levies, security, utilities, maintenance fees.
???? A Note on Market Conditions
The market is quite varied: from very low rents for small apartments to very high rents in exclusive estates. The broader economy, suburb quality, estate amenities and security all strongly influence price. For instance, premium estates like Eagle Canyon demand much higher rent.
If you like, I can pull a live list of 10-20 currently available rental properties in Roodepoort (with photos, map and price) that match your budget and requirements (bedrooms, area etc). Do you want that? And if yes — what's your budget and preferred number of bedrooms/area?