Johannesburg, South Africa, 22 October 2026: January is a month of fresh starts, and for a lot of Johannesburg residents that means a new address. Leases expire, new jobs kick off after the holidays, and students and young professionals want to secure their own space before demand picks up. Urban Estate, a provider of affordable rental apartments in the city’s northern suburbs, is encouraging anyone planning a move to consider 1st Avenue Executive in Kew, where rents for bachelor and one-bedroom flats begin at R4,500 per month.
Renters looking for Kew apartments for rent will find that 1st Avenue Executive brings together three things that matter: reasonable rent, a secure building and quick access to Sandton, Louis Botha Avenue and the highway. Urban Estate believes a rental home should simplify everyday living rather than add to its cost, and that thinking shaped how the building was set up.
Unit options and pricing at a glance
Located at 47 1st Avenue, Kew, the building has three kinds of unit. Rent for a bachelor flat starts at R4,500 per month. A smaller one-bedroom flat starts at R5,000 per month, while a larger one-bedroom flat starts at R5,500 per month. Water and prepaid electricity are not included in these prices, which means tenants understand upfront exactly what the rent pays for and what they handle themselves.
The spread of options appeals to many kinds of renter. Students, first-time tenants and people who are out at work most of the day will find a bachelor flat a simple and secure home base. Couples, remote workers or anyone who prefers to keep sleeping and living areas apart may lean towards one of the one-bedroom units. Every unit runs on prepaid electricity, so there is no unexpected bill waiting at month end. Residents buy only what they need and can track their own consumption.
Inside 1st Avenue Executive
Urban Estate calls 1st Avenue Executive stylish and upmarket, and its list of features supports the claim. Kitchens are open plan, and WiFi is available throughout the building. Residents who need somewhere to work, study or hold meetings can use a fully equipped business hub, and an in-house gym studio lets people exercise without leaving home.
Access control keeps the building secure, and secure parking is provided. Families benefit from kids’ play areas and a creche, with schools nearby. There is also a braai and chill area where residents can unwind beyond their own four walls, a real plus in a city where summer evenings invite people outside.
Features like these have a practical impact. Remote workers can use the business hub instead of paying for a coffee shop table or a shared office. An on-site gym cuts out both a monthly membership fee and the drive to get there. For people who keep long hours or travel for work, controlled access and secure parking mean one less thing to worry about.
Less time on the road
Kew is positioned between several of Johannesburg’s major business and retail hubs, and 1st Avenue Executive benefits from that. Louis Botha Avenue lies roughly 700 metres from the building, and Sandton City is around 3.5 kilometres away. With the highway close at hand, getting to other parts of the city is easy.
Anyone employed in Sandton or along the Louis Botha corridor could spend less time stuck in traffic and less money on transport each month. According to Urban Estate, its Kew properties place Melrose Arch, Sandton and Houghton within roughly 15 minutes, so residents can shop, eat out and find entertainment without crossing the whole city.
People comparing apartments to rent Johannesburg tend to balance price, commute and safety. In Kew, all three tend to work in a renter’s favour, and 1st Avenue Executive sits toward the more affordable end of what Urban Estate offers.
More Urban Estate buildings across the city
1st Avenue Executive is just one property in Urban Estate’s Johannesburg portfolio. Nearby buildings include 52 on Glen, @ Manhattan, Kew Lofts and 1st on Kew, while further afield there are Views of Houghton, Orange Grove Heights and 440 Louis Botha. Across these properties, Urban Estate offers everything from bachelor units to one, two and three-bedroom apartments, all with access to business nodes, transport and amenities in the northern suburbs.
Having several buildings under one landlord makes comparison easy. Should someone view a unit at 1st Avenue Executive and feel it is not the right fit, Urban Estate can set up viewings at its other properties. Anyone looking at apartments in Johannesburg can explore different areas and price ranges without restarting the search every time.
How renting with Urban Estate works
Helping individuals and families find somewhere to call home is Urban Estate’s mission, and the company works to keep the rental process uncomplicated. It begins with the enquiry form on the property’s page, after which Urban Estate gets in touch to book a time to meet an agent at the building. The company recommends that everyone who intends to live in the unit comes along, so any questions can be dealt with immediately and everyone is on the same page from day one.
To apply, renters need proof of income, three months of bank statements (plus a copy of their employment contract if they have been in their job for under three months), proof of current residential address, current employer details, details of all intended occupants and next of kin information. The application can be done with the agent or online via Urban Estate’s tenant portal.
Urban Estate says applicants hear back on approval within just a couple of hours of submitting. Approval depends on a good credit record, an affordability assessment and verification of the information supplied. Once approved, the tenant signs the lease and pays the agreed deposit. The rental agreement Urban Estate prepares lays out the deposit, rent and utility charges clearly, leaving no doubt about what is payable.
The case for starting the search now
Viewing in October or November gives renters breathing room. There is time to collect paperwork, weigh up options and serve notice on an existing lease without pressure. It also allows the move to happen before the festive season, when most people would prefer to relax than pack.
Signing a lease before year end removes a big job from the list for anyone beginning a new role, a new course of study or a new phase of life in January. A secure flat near Sandton, complete with a gym, a business hub and prepaid electricity, sets up the new year well.
Unit types, prices and features for 1st Avenue Executive can be viewed, and enquiries submitted, on the Urban Estate website at https://urbanestate.co.za/.
About Urban Estate
Urban Estate provides affordable, safe and well-maintained rental apartments in Johannesburg, with buildings in Kew, Bramley, Orange Grove, Houghton Estate, Raumaraispark and other areas. The company focuses on apartments that build a sense of community, offering extras such as braai areas and social spaces, along with fair rents and a clearly documented rental process.
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