Divercity owns a R6bn property portfolio. Our current residential property portfolio consists of 9250+ affordable rental apartments, with complimentary office, retail, and educational space. Our properties are located within the urban cores of major metropolitan areas in South Africa.
Key developments in Johannesburg include the 30-storey Towers Main in the heart of the Absa Precinct and Jewel City, which spans six city blocks and offers unmatched urban amenities in the CBD. We invest substantially in these areas to offer essential social amenities such as childcare, education, healthcare, sport facilities and public recreational spaces.
JEWEL CITY PRECINCT
Reviving inner-city living in Johannesburg CBD.
The Jewel City Precinct is an extension of the existing Maboneng Precinct located in Johannesburg CBD, bordered by Commissioner and Main Streets, Berea Road and Joe Slovo Drive made up of six existing blocks.
Divercity’s redevelopment has converted Jewel City into the heart of a thriving, modern neighbourhood, and is reviving inner-city living.
At a glance:
- Mixed-use precinct spanning six city blocks
- 1,800 apartments in Phase 1 and 4,000m2 of office GLA
- 10 000m2 of retail GLA anchored by a supermarket, pharmacy, gym, and additional convenience offerings including fast food restaurants
- Amenities: school, day clinic, sport facilities, an urban park and pedestrian walkway
BARLOW PARK LIFESTYLE ESTATE
Creating an affordable lifestyle estate in the heart of Sandton.
Barlow Park, developed with the Atterbury Group, has transformed the former Barloworld Limited head office site into a modern lifestyle estate. Located in Sandton, Johannesburg, it offers affordable rental housing alongside retail, education, and green public spaces.
The estate includes convenience retail, a school and community facilities, plus a landscaped park with direct access to Innesfree Park. Positioned in one of South Africa’s top commercial nodes, Barlow Park sets a benchmark for accessible, sustainable urban living.
At a glance:
- 1,600 affordable residential units
- 5,500m² of retail GLA anchored by a supermarket, pharmacy, and restaurants
- 3,500m² of GLA dedicated to education and community facilities
- Public access park with direct connection to Innesfree Park
- Convenient access to major transport routes and Sandton’s commercial core
TOWERS MAIN
Transforming Johannesburg’s skyline through affordable housing
A new vision for a landmark 30-storey structure – one of Johannesburg’s 10 tallest buildings – converted to create a residential space, as well as a main piazza area to benefit tenants and the surrounding community.
This project has set a standard for the redevelopment of corporate buildings in the city centre, with its unique focus on combining commercial buildings with affordable residential space to create inclusive and diverse neighbourhoods.
At a glance:
- Mixed-use scheme with 536 residential units
- 10 000m2 of office space leased to Absa Group and +-500m2 retail
- Ground floor retail coffee shop
- Childcare facilities and landscaped urban park
DIVERCITY INCOME FUND 1
Sustainable, well-located housing for today’s urban residents
Managed by Ithemba Property – a wholly owned subsidiary of Divercity, with a 20-year track record of management excellence. In partnership with Old Mutual, Divercity Income Fund 1 includes 3,750+ affordably priced apartments across Johannesburg CBD, Maboneng, Berea, and Sunninghill.
Our lock-up-and-go flats combine sustainable living and convenience, supported by access to amenities that make everyday life easier and more connected.
At a glance:
- 24/7 security, biometric access & CCTV
- Live-in building managers
- On-site laundromats and convenience facilities
- Rooftop recreational areas
- Resort-style swimming pools and fully equipped gym (Sunninghill only)
WESTPARK ESTATES
Affordable, secure living in the heart of Pretoria West
Acquired in 2015, Westpark Estates provides well-located, purpose-built rental housing in the West Park suburb of Pretoria West.
The portfolio consists of large, high-quality residential blocks that are well-maintained and offer convenient access to nearby educational institutions and long-standing employment hubs.
At a glance:
- 32 buildings across 2 secure residential estates
- 686 rental apartments
- High-quality, purpose-built residential stock
THE HERRINGBONE
Affordable, sustainable living in Cape Town’s Salt River.
The Herringbone, developed with Twin City, is Divercity’s first completed project in Cape Town. The development delivers 398 affordable rental apartments with ground-floor retail and a strong focus on community living.
Residents benefit from shared spaces that foster connection and convenience, including a co-working area, rooftop terrace, clubhouse, and landscaped courtyard.
At a glance:
- 398 affordable rental apartments
- Rooftop terrace, clubhouse, communal co-working area, and landscaped courtyard
- Ground-floor retail integrated with the streetscape
- Solar energy system enhancing efficiency and reducing reliance on grid power