We've Moved! House Hunting in Johannesburg, South Africa

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  • @AshleyinAfrika
    @AshleyinAfrika  ปีที่แล้ว +43

    Want to know the best areas in Johannesburg to rent and/or purchase? Join my mailing list and schedule an ex-pat consultation to get my personally recommended agents and realtors: www.ashleyinafrika.com/

    • @susiekemp1273
      @susiekemp1273 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Hi Ashley, the property in your viewing, what are the stats on something like this?

    • @susiekemp1273
      @susiekemp1273 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Also what do you think about the Westdene area of Jo'burg. I like the style of house in this area.

    • @edjohn4590
      @edjohn4590 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      No area is good… 😆

    • @lovedlover2667
      @lovedlover2667 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Ed John Americans need to see the real real side of South Africa but they desperately want to run away from their American trouble, not realising Africa is really a jungle. They need to know what thier really getting into when they romanticise SA

    • @kabelothebe4350
      @kabelothebe4350 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@lovedlover2667 😂😂😂😂😂jungle for who you some people are living better life in this jungle and it pain other when they cant make it

  • @zusibone
    @zusibone ปีที่แล้ว +158

    South African designs and architecture is incredible. My goodness.

    • @lenaprice6239
      @lenaprice6239 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      Yes, I love South African design! It tends to be high end/upscale and very modern.

    • @duchesstyra
      @duchesstyra ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It’s the best no doubt

    • @kwekukumi1288
      @kwekukumi1288 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You don't say, their designs are top tier

  • @AshleyinAfrika
    @AshleyinAfrika  ปีที่แล้ว +59

    I meant to post the voice-over version...but hey, let me know how you enjoyed the solo songstress P and our duet toward the end 😂

    • @tshepomogotsi
      @tshepomogotsi ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Oooooo...sensory overload! Gorgeous people, gorgeous dwellings, gorgeous voices and gorgeous Afrika!

    • @naye5178
      @naye5178 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Too cute...she was auditioning for real🥰

    • @kemi1486
      @kemi1486 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Haha I loved it! No longer living on the western plantation so you ladies are FREE!!!! Don’t ever let anyone take away your freedom to express yourselves. Sing your hearts out 🤎🖤🤎🖤

    • @sylviancikaziphitsholo7822
      @sylviancikaziphitsholo7822 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      😅😅😅😅 that was the best ever

    • @sonenibeatricemhlongo7953
      @sonenibeatricemhlongo7953 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Mmmmmm her voice !!!!!!

  • @denisethompson1960
    @denisethompson1960 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Your daughter was 100% committed to her song. Love it. This is what childhood innocence looks like. Great job dada.

  • @abdulkayira5559
    @abdulkayira5559 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    The architecture in SA is on another level, the finishing, it's very difficult not to get inspired when you check out real estates in SA

    • @duchesstyra
      @duchesstyra ปีที่แล้ว +6

      SA has One of the best architecture in the world it’s true

  • @simi7248
    @simi7248 ปีที่แล้ว +47

    Penelope stole the show 😆😍 She's such a sweet little girl! Beautiful home! Thank you Ashley and family 💕

  • @Naledi_22
    @Naledi_22 ปีที่แล้ว +41

    So gorgeous 😍, as a South african i am feeling pretty chuffed right now 😊 in terms of style the new modern developments are most certainly world leaders in my opinion.

  • @francinafweta5894
    @francinafweta5894 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    A singing child is a very HAPPY CHILD🎉🎉🎉❤😊

  • @Coco-kw3iv
    @Coco-kw3iv ปีที่แล้ว +55

    I'm happy for you girl! I'm happy that you have found yourself peace and freedom. I'm happy that you have found yourself and your girls happiness. South Africans are loving and beautiful people in and out. Happy that you are loving the country... Wishing you all the best...💞

  • @lenaprice6239
    @lenaprice6239 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    These properties are only 349K to buy? Wow!!! South Africans have beautiful and very affordable real estate. Beautiful town homes like these would cost 3 million+ in the U.S.

    • @emanueldawkins5862
      @emanueldawkins5862 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      Depends where in the US to be honest

    • @duchesstyra
      @duchesstyra ปีที่แล้ว +20

      It’s not really that affordable if you earn in Rands

    • @ty8915
      @ty8915 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Well for us South Africans it’s not affordable at all. Looks like we’ll get priced out of the market soon like the people of Hawaii

    • @roblucci2366
      @roblucci2366 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      ​@@duchesstyrait's affordable for the market they are selling to

    • @duchesstyra
      @duchesstyra ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@roblucci2366 you’re right not for the average South African
      The rand can’t compete with the dollar

  • @rodeodrivepaparazzi
    @rodeodrivepaparazzi ปีที่แล้ว +11

    A lot of people will be surprised to see how beautiful South Africa is..

  • @deboragittens3363
    @deboragittens3363 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Hey Ashley for the bathrooms you can buy privacy adhesives that comes frosted also frosted with patterns. Beautiful home congratulations to you and yours. And Penelope maybe a singer in the making. Charming little one😊. Oh and the adhesives cause no damage they're easily removable. Enjoy your new home!

    • @AshleyinAfrika
      @AshleyinAfrika  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Oh thank you! But, we did not buy this home

    • @deboragittens3363
      @deboragittens3363 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@AshleyinAfrika I'm sure you'll get what you want. Stay well.

  • @femi2438
    @femi2438 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    This is giving everything Ashley! 😍 Your little girl’s voiceover brought me so much joy - the “wow! It’s beautiful!“ All the singing, the luxury! All of it! Love this for you - I hope your new space is everything you need it to be and more ❤

  • @sandrasgotvoice
    @sandrasgotvoice ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Your child is a born singer; I see she likes working different melodies. Love the duet 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 Those open-plan bathrooms in SA…they love the sunlight ☀️☀️. Frosted sheets are an easy fix. Great choices, Ashley!

  • @serame1000
    @serame1000 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    The architecture is out of this world, very beautiful specious home. Congrats may it brings warmth and happiness to your family.

    • @duchesstyra
      @duchesstyra ปีที่แล้ว

      Yeah South Africa has one of the best architecture in the world

  • @gusmotorsports
    @gusmotorsports ปีที่แล้ว +25

    These South African homes are definitely designed to entertain you and your guests.

    • @AshleyinAfrika
      @AshleyinAfrika  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Entertaining is a top priority for sure

    • @zuluuyasabeka9303
      @zuluuyasabeka9303 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      True! As an architect, I remember our high school civil engineering teachers always put alot of emphasis on natural lighting and entertainment. Most of our design projects would mostly be like guest homes.

  • @blackfrugalchic6745
    @blackfrugalchic6745 ปีที่แล้ว +15

    You can place a black fabric trace track curtains in front of the clear bathroom doors that go straight across to the entry way to create privacy. Beautiful homes.

  • @clmk28
    @clmk28 ปีที่แล้ว +22

    Homes in Joburg suburbs are incredible. Hope you find a nice place.

  • @tamara40
    @tamara40 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    I love my country so much thank you for showing beauty,

  • @bohlalenchabeleng1370
    @bohlalenchabeleng1370 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Saw the The little mermaid too and it's genuinely a good movie, go watch it every body. Part of that world 🎤🎶🎵

  • @MR_MT5
    @MR_MT5 5 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    The Patio is Everything 🔥🤤❤️.

  • @lisalee1675
    @lisalee1675 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Your daughter just chilling with her voice that is very calming.

  • @AShasa35
    @AShasa35 ปีที่แล้ว +10

    The bathroom privacy issue is real but workable. Beautiful homes. Thanks for the tour.

  • @tracythomas6278
    @tracythomas6278 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    I'm watching just how happy the child is, she's singing and just happy.

  • @pasekammako1976
    @pasekammako1976 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    thanks for the tour Ash

  • @siyabonganxumalo4574
    @siyabonganxumalo4574 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    Queen you deserve all the good things.

  • @nomadictravelerfromTx
    @nomadictravelerfromTx ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Wow! I can't wait to visit and house hunt. Thank you for showing this video!

  • @Dumizulu_Rain
    @Dumizulu_Rain ปีที่แล้ว +10

    Beautiful house and the finishes are classy, loved the layout and opulence Of the first house with furniture

  • @mademoisellecm1
    @mademoisellecm1 ปีที่แล้ว +7

    The house was beautiful. However, I do agree with you regarding the lack of privacy in the bathroom. 😮
    In addition, listening to your child sing the little mermaid song was priceless.

  • @NtombizodwaZodwa-nr6il
    @NtombizodwaZodwa-nr6il ปีที่แล้ว +27

    African American you must come back home feel free we are here to mingle with you guys 🙏🏿❤️🇿🇦

    • @mkholom
      @mkholom ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It's time they call themselves Afrikans qha! Why have an ethnicity with a surname?

    • @masjm7278
      @masjm7278 ปีที่แล้ว

      Black Americans are not South Africans they are Americans. Stop being Ignorant.

    • @BB-it4pj
      @BB-it4pj ปีที่แล้ว

      ​@mkholom I like it. 👍🏾 I am willing to drop the Amerikkkan part ❤ we are African 🎉

  • @lenaprice6239
    @lenaprice6239 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Can you please provide more details. Did you buy the town home? This is my dream, in another 6-8 years after I retire early.

  • @viscounts2068
    @viscounts2068 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It's the soft life for me 🎉
    Congratulations mommy 🎊 👏🏼 🎉

  • @THEGLOBALNAVIGATOR
    @THEGLOBALNAVIGATOR ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Beautiful property Ashley, its been a minute. Hope you are well. Please try to reduce the speed of the video clips next time. Have a great one...

  • @mahlatse8605
    @mahlatse8605 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    The baby singing the little mermaid song warms my heart😊

  • @andreaj4266
    @andreaj4266 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Love this! SA developers are top tier!! Thank you for doing a property tour. Thank for serenading us too lol 🤗. Thoroughly enjoyed this video. Blessings to you and your family ❤❤️❤️

  • @tash4312
    @tash4312 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love your daughters singing in the background ❤ ❤❤

  • @hloxyman9346
    @hloxyman9346 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You can just frost the window doors and glasses to the bathrooms for privacy

  • @dipzy21
    @dipzy21 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    This is a stunning house Ashley, i agree with you about the see through bathrooms, absolute no no. Otherwise everything is 👌🏾👌🏾

  • @alisharudd5245
    @alisharudd5245 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Omg love this moment with your daughter ❤

  • @amuri1823
    @amuri1823 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Love love love the home!

  • @ty8915
    @ty8915 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    It’s very beautiful, hope you find the one that suits your beautiful family. ❤

  • @faa9261
    @faa9261 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    Beautiful home❤

  • @treniecerenea6531
    @treniecerenea6531 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    You can frost the clear doors for more privacy.

  • @thisqueenwontquit9699
    @thisqueenwontquit9699 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    the singing was beautiful and very entertaining🥰💛💛💛❤🤎the singing 10/10🤎.....the house was good too 7/10

  • @maxwellmakenzi
    @maxwellmakenzi ปีที่แล้ว +5

    2:52 I saw some in a place where you press a button and the clear glass becomes opague, some mist sort off.

  • @annettemcgee8152
    @annettemcgee8152 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Gorgeous house 😊

  • @bpatton866
    @bpatton866 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Ashley this was so beautiful thank you for sharing 💝

  • @africandreamsinhaze365
    @africandreamsinhaze365 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Maybe put up sone Japenese style wall dividers in front of the bathrooms.

  • @sonenibeatricemhlongo7953
    @sonenibeatricemhlongo7953 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This is my favorite video. Your little angel sings so beautifully.

  • @toddhayes3506
    @toddhayes3506 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great Job Ashley Enjoy Africa 🎶 Blessed

  • @johnoliverjones5555
    @johnoliverjones5555 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    frosted bathroom glass would be clutch!

  • @isoboy1000
    @isoboy1000 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can put sand blasting on those bathroom doors, they will have a look like a misty touch.

  • @anwulika.o
    @anwulika.o ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My favourite this is both of you singing the little mermaid 😂❤

  • @williamwebbs1952
    @williamwebbs1952 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    Beautiful Home I love it 👊🏿👊🏿👊🏿

  • @olayetunde3485
    @olayetunde3485 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Hey Ashley, awesome content!! What events you attending for investors locally? Looking to bump into you one of these days. Have an awesome one and hope you found something x

  • @pampamcreamofthecrop1035
    @pampamcreamofthecrop1035 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Wow Ashley! That place is sooo beautiful. Thanks for the home tour video. Love! Do you mind to share where they are? Thank you. Warm Regards

  • @tonyrichards9794
    @tonyrichards9794 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This is beautiful what's the name of the complex?

  • @moabelotshepi142
    @moabelotshepi142 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This is new development in Melrose, beautiful❤

  • @sunnni_
    @sunnni_ ปีที่แล้ว

    I definitely was your little daughter growing up and still today, always singing everywhere lol. South Africa has some of the prettiest architect designs.

  • @siphomkizee5644
    @siphomkizee5644 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The transparent sight are easily with amazing art

  • @richardchaupe7231
    @richardchaupe7231 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My highlight is your daughter's voice  Beautiful............the design is amazing love the house 😊

  • @DexterpresOU
    @DexterpresOU ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Your daughter is adorable

  • @BatsiraiMusuka
    @BatsiraiMusuka ปีที่แล้ว +1

    There is no house hunting this light hearted... lets forget about the architecture for a bit 🥰🎶🎵

  • @kimoykalinago4154
    @kimoykalinago4154 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Im just looking at the first property, just so you know you can buy film which your can place on the glass which makes it frosted, and its very inexpensive.

  • @Mafuzafulele
    @Mafuzafulele ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This house is so beautiful

  • @jamman8678
    @jamman8678 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    South Africa Archture is incredible even if you go to TH-cam they are amazing.

  • @universalsubliminals1174
    @universalsubliminals1174 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    your daughter singing ariel at like 9:45 might be the cutest thing ever

  • @bronwynh4305
    @bronwynh4305 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful! Just get the bathroom glass frosted.

  • @sandrasandymanning4354
    @sandrasandymanning4354 6 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Im a new subscriber today!
    Lovely homes you are looking at!

  • @siphomkizee5644
    @siphomkizee5644 ปีที่แล้ว

    The transparent sight can be easily covered with beautiful paper walls of art

  • @thandomntungwa6697
    @thandomntungwa6697 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Please rent or buy from black retailers only please.... P. S South African retailers

  • @maxwellmakenzi
    @maxwellmakenzi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    3:36 if it doesn't have a button where it turns the glass frost then get a Privacy Film Frost sticker and paste on top.

  • @razeenmeyer9728
    @razeenmeyer9728 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Yoh Ashley. Beautiful my sister. ❤❤

  • @aimajeffresswood8702
    @aimajeffresswood8702 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thrive, Ashley!

  • @thebossman4875
    @thebossman4875 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Hi Ashley, thanks for the vid. Which estate or development is this?

  • @blackronin5578
    @blackronin5578 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    It looks amazing 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

  • @kaybeauty2134
    @kaybeauty2134 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Ahahah I’ve been singing the lil mermaid ALL day today me & my daughters have been watching it non stop today 😂❤ love this video

  • @bonga3408
    @bonga3408 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love the little singing voice in the background 😁

  • @mbusosiera1648
    @mbusosiera1648 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The northern suburbs of Johannesburg have the best properties and malls, and accessible to the airports

  • @CeceliaArends
    @CeceliaArends 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Wow this place looks absolutely amazing ❤

  • @africandreamsinhaze365
    @africandreamsinhaze365 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You go girl💖

  • @starboy1380
    @starboy1380 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful. What part of Joburg is this ?, or what complex ?

  • @paulmill9816
    @paulmill9816 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    you can do curtains on the windows for privacy

  • @slindsayharmon1086
    @slindsayharmon1086 ปีที่แล้ว

    Spaces are too small but so much goin’ on ! Busy with the furniture! Less is more.ijs

  • @ivyjackson8695
    @ivyjackson8695 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Gotta get there!!!

  • @Eddy.user-pq5fg2bf7s
    @Eddy.user-pq5fg2bf7s ปีที่แล้ว +1

    4me it is Beyonce behind you😂😂 i love her.

  • @brendameteyer6377
    @brendameteyer6377 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you for sharing

  • @mistyocean7118
    @mistyocean7118 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful 🌹🌹🌹🌹Las Vegas, Nevada USA
    Thank you for video

  • @pulanala1421
    @pulanala1421 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful ❤

  • @shaunmarole8082
    @shaunmarole8082 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    What a beautiful house

  • @onyinyendukalu2118
    @onyinyendukalu2118 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    beaded curtains for the open areas may work.

  • @R1M1r1m1
    @R1M1r1m1 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

    I would have to modify that wall to the bathroom and have someone build one b/c I am not feeling that see through bathroom thing.

  • @NQA1209
    @NQA1209 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That's beautiful

  • @m_kago
    @m_kago 9 หลายเดือนก่อน

    The background singing really makes the video.

  • @maxwellmakenzi
    @maxwellmakenzi ปีที่แล้ว +1

    That house is beautiful.

  • @vienicestyles
    @vienicestyles ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I. Am. So. Jealous. ☺️

  • @tamara40
    @tamara40 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    ,she is going to be singer😅😅😅 the young girl

  • @tebogopekane1418
    @tebogopekane1418 ปีที่แล้ว

    Congrats

  • @sistaluv1357
    @sistaluv1357 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful place🌷

  • @2008topshelf
    @2008topshelf ปีที่แล้ว

    I love it!!!!