Glenwood at a glance
Glenwood, one of Durban's oldest suburbs, is renowned for its old Victorian style houses and trendy eateries and art galleries. Situated to the south of Durban city, many homes in the area have picturesque views of the harbour and the city.
Like its neighbours, Morningside and Berea, Glenwood boasts tree-lined streets, parks and colonial style homes. Many of these homes have been transformed into restaurants, cafes, coffee shops, quirky shops, art galleries and antique stores that provide characteristic shopping and cuisine.
The area is home to the Natal Society of Arts Gallery which was founded in 1902 and exhibits the work of established artists of both provincial, national and international reputation. The Phansi Museum, also in the area, houses some of South Africa's largest collections of traditional arts, crafts and artefacts.
Glenwood has a friendly and relaxed vibe and is currently attracting young families as it has been blessed with some of the best schools in Durban. These range from respected primary schools like Penzance, Glenwood Prep, Manor Gardens, Port Natal and the sought-after girls and boys high schools being Glenwood Boys High, Durban Girls High, St Marists Brothers, Eden College and more.
The established hospitals Entabeni and St Augustine's offer outstanding medical care for the whole family.
This sought-after suburb has an abundance of green space and you will always find families walking their dogs, jogging or cycling in the parks or surrounding streets.
The position of this central suburb makes way for easy access to the city centre, beaches, freeways and many other attractions.
The Howard College campus of the University of KwaZulu-Natal is also situated in Glenwood and offers spectacular views of the Durban harbour. The campus is situated in a successful environmental conservancy and the lush gardens of the University reflect a commitment to indigenous flora and fauna.
The level of activity in the residential market has steadily increased over the past few years, making Glenwood an affordable option for all clients.
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