Apartment Hunt in Johannesburg, South Africa under $850 | AFRICA HOME TOUR |PART 1

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  • Опубликовано: 15 сен 2024
  • Hi Fam! Been in Johannesburg South Africa for about a week now and its time to search for an apartment. I am looking for homes under $1,000 usd. This is Part One of my South Africa Apartment Series! Be sure to subscribe to see which apartment or home I choose!
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    For anyone interested in this cottage, click link for more info and agent info: m.leapfrog.co....
    For business email julianalbinobookings@gmail.com

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  • @SWB3311
    @SWB3311 3 года назад +1231

    So we just gone act like we didnt just witness a robbery @42 seconds 💀 wstch the left side of the 2 people taking a picture. Bruh wtf 😂

    • @blackceasar2005
      @blackceasar2005 3 года назад +102

      Wow you’re right 😳

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +243

      Omg Shannon! I didn’t even notice that! Im shooked right now!

    • @lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593
      @lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593 3 года назад +66

      @@JulianAlbino is it possible that you can make a small clip of that , and give to the cops ? I hate crime .

    • @Sousza1
      @Sousza1 3 года назад +132

      @@lekholokoelekotsoanamoloi9593 The police won’t do anything

    • @nadinelindsay3012
      @nadinelindsay3012 3 года назад +66

      Is it true about the crime there?

  • @aliciamanyama3644
    @aliciamanyama3644 3 года назад +375

    Julian you can definitely get a much better studio apartment for that price!
    Get yourself an AirBnB for the first month so that you can have enough time to look for an apartment

    • @Facelessshwashwa
      @Facelessshwashwa 3 года назад +42

      That price is a total rip off for a 1 bed cottage, he can totally get better.

    • @Bongaaa_
      @Bongaaa_ 3 года назад +1

      Good idea

    • @mandilufs
      @mandilufs 3 года назад +13

      Not even a studio he can get beautiful 3 bedroom

    • @liyemamazizi872
      @liyemamazizi872 3 года назад +1

      I agree

    • @jabulilekhoza7617
      @jabulilekhoza7617 3 года назад +1

      @@mandilufs where?

  • @charmainej4820
    @charmainej4820 3 года назад +300

    Don't let sis play you...I live in Cape town (I'm originally from Johannesburg) and my rent for R11 000 affords me a 2 bedroomed, fully furnished apartment with a view of the lake and walking distance from a mall....Johannesburg is slightly cheaper than cape town...surely you will get a better apartment

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +102

      Wow! She was trying to rip me off 🤯

    • @SJ-mo1fs
      @SJ-mo1fs 3 года назад +47

      I agree. 12.500 per month is ridiculous. It's Norwood, not Hyde Park. Even places in Northcliff, Parkhurst and Greenside offer more.

    • @tomatohimello
      @tomatohimello 3 года назад +12

      Hello 👋🏾 Charmaine j please would you connect with me? I have questions about south Africa I want to ask someone who is there on the ground.

    • @charmainej4820
      @charmainej4820 3 года назад +1

      @@tomatohimello hey do you have Twitter?

    • @tomatohimello
      @tomatohimello 3 года назад +1

      @@charmainej4820 yes

  • @prkhumzicles
    @prkhumzicles 3 года назад +393

    Welcome to South Africa here's a heads up:
    1. Avoid vlogging in public your phone will be repossessed by professional personal belonging's reposessors "they normally great you with Voestek", walk withone arm behind their back and wear bucket hats.
    2. Bev must be stocked in advance because any time is anytime with our president who is Bev's sworn enemy
    3. When it comes to shopping you need to know two words "small street" but you have to wear a halloween costume to go shop there or those Rags that Kanye designed
    4. We have random dogs everywhere and you deactivate beast mode by using the code word "VOETSEK" , This sound has to come from your belly not your nose
    5. Becareful of South African twitter, we have the fiercest keyboard warriors
    6. We are still looking for the pots to this day

    • @YamaLuqa
      @YamaLuqa 3 года назад +10

      🤣🤣🤣

    • @TarCarNey
      @TarCarNey 3 года назад +17

      Repossessors
      Voetsek
      Rags tha Ye designed
      Halloween costume
      Im wheezing 🤣😂😂😂😂😂

    • @hlengiwesibanda6000
      @hlengiwesibanda6000 3 года назад +22

      This comment finished me.

    • @akgirl8598
      @akgirl8598 3 года назад +7

      This is why I call SA, Namibia 2.0

    • @ayo.shesally
      @ayo.shesally 3 года назад +2

      Yohhh haiii keh 😭😭😭😹

  • @thulah_m
    @thulah_m 3 года назад +53

    I am so glad that people are helping you out on the comment section about where you can actually get a beautiful home with way less than what you given here and also about your safety. Once you get your home please don’t vlog around your area❤️

  • @ramenheadx3
    @ramenheadx3 3 года назад +298

    "How'd you know I was gay?" That part took me out. I'm not gonna lie. 💀😂😂

  • @nathanielmasetla9781
    @nathanielmasetla9781 3 года назад +54

    The big sigh of relief that you didn't go with this home. I hope you're in an awesome home choice ❤

  • @ShariFlackwithcelebgossipfacts
    @ShariFlackwithcelebgossipfacts 3 года назад +49

    The lady “it’s clean” while she’s trying to clean the chair real quick.

  • @junmad2119
    @junmad2119 3 года назад +95

    Welcome to Johannesburg. I love south Africa soo much especially capetown. As a Ghanaian I will say welcome to Africa

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +4

      Thank you!

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад +12

      Thanks for liking SA…so many Africans are lowkey hateful towards of SA…partly envy and partly genuine and fair reaction to SA’s afrophobia. Next time venture beyond CT, SA has so many beautiful cities all set up for tourism…try Durban, Eastern Cape, Limpopo etc next time you’re in SA

    • @francoiswilliams
      @francoiswilliams 3 года назад +1

      ZA OKAY

    • @klj7015
      @klj7015 3 года назад

      @@thandisilec835 afrophobia? First time hearing this term

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад +3

      @@klj7015 same as xenophobia but specifically against Africans

  • @zoemhlomgo3158
    @zoemhlomgo3158 3 года назад +166

    Our country is even more beautiful when you look at it through the lenses of someone who genuinely appreciates it!!!😍🇿🇦
    Thank you for showing the world we’re not what media says we are!!!💕💕💕

  • @lindachibanda7604
    @lindachibanda7604 3 года назад +126

    I don't know if this will be helpful.. but when I moved here I stayed in an Airbnb located in Fourways/dainfern area for R8000 a month. It's two bedroom apartment with 2 bathrooms , fully furnished with everything , the owner loaded the electricity whenever it ran out. She also offered long stays up to a year.
    Maybe you could try that, and even do a proper apartment hunting once you're a bit more familiar with the city.

    • @zetzeeful
      @zetzeeful 3 года назад +4

      Very good idea and reasonable.. Also like that area

    • @candicebell9752
      @candicebell9752 3 года назад +3

      100% agree!

    • @mapules4600
      @mapules4600 3 года назад

      @@oyamadyosiba2938 why?

    • @khumbuzilevukemini8802
      @khumbuzilevukemini8802 3 года назад

      @@mapules4600 He probably wants to try the place out

    • @lindachibanda7604
      @lindachibanda7604 3 года назад

      @@oyamadyosiba2938sure, no problem . I'll send you the details.

  • @sphesihlemakhoba4634
    @sphesihlemakhoba4634 3 года назад +68

    I pay R8500 for a luxury apartment in fourways 😅 definitely less crime and very secure area great places to see and visit lovely food 😍😍😍 I should just invite you over

    • @bhumehldiaries
      @bhumehldiaries 3 года назад +2

      kopa invite

    • @sunelelujabe8075
      @sunelelujabe8075 3 года назад

      I too from Cape Town Rondebosch and will be relocating to Johannesburg. I need assistance please.

  • @auntielu4394
    @auntielu4394 3 года назад +90

    That’s not really a full 1 bedroom to me, it’s more like a loft situation. She seemed to rush you a little bit too. Good luck and stay safe.

    • @msteenamaria4768
      @msteenamaria4768 3 года назад +6

      well she did wait for him for an extra 1.5 hours..

    • @francoiswilliams
      @francoiswilliams 3 года назад +5

      Safe from?? I thought he escaped US already??

  • @siyabonganxumalo4574
    @siyabonganxumalo4574 3 года назад +80

    Bro just take your laptop and go to Property 24 or Private Property. Give yourself time. You will realize that Norwood might not even be the area you gonna settle in. I don't see myself living in Norwood but I understand we have different tastes.

    • @zetzeeful
      @zetzeeful 3 года назад

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

    • @simphiwer8970
      @simphiwer8970 3 года назад +7

      I would suggest he moves to Rosebank

    • @thandosdance1504
      @thandosdance1504 3 года назад

      I wouldn't stay there myself.

    • @kagisomojela9829
      @kagisomojela9829 3 года назад +1

      He doesn’t wanna buy furniture and probably looking for a fully furnished

  • @neosemoko9797
    @neosemoko9797 3 года назад +43

    It was a tad bit overpriced for a R12k rental. There are other alternatives closer to where you would want to live in under $1,000, which I assume is Sandton because its trendy and convenient especially for international guests.

  • @afrikaazanialuti
    @afrikaazanialuti 3 года назад +55

    *R12,500* seems somewhat steep, but then again it is fully furnished. But if you are here for a while I would recommend something modern like *The Precinct Apartments* in Midrand. A 1 bedroom should go for around *R7K* pre-month, then one would buy their own fridge & appliances... 😎 Welcome btw...

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +10

      Yea I will check that out!

    • @tiego.2640
      @tiego.2640 3 года назад +14

      Yeah Midrand is much more affordable, has a variety of styles to choose from and it’s in between Pretoria and Johannesburg. That way you get the full experience of the Gauteng province

    • @kagisomgibi4644
      @kagisomgibi4644 3 года назад +3

      She said R1 250 and not R12 500... So that makes complete sense for a cottage in that part of the city. A nice area indeed but a single bed cottage shouldn't cost more than R4500, unless you add the electricity and wifi, then maybe we can reach those amounts.

    • @afrikaazanialuti
      @afrikaazanialuti 3 года назад +1

      @@kagisomgibi4644 *Thanks my guy!* you're right, @7:59 she does say.😁 *R1250* is quite reasonable...

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +5

      @@kagisomgibi4644 I think she said 1250 for short. I just double checked the listing on the site and its 12, 500. Link for the property is in description box.

  • @_chade
    @_chade 3 года назад +78

    The realtor seems like a real ki. lol Watching you travel alone to all these different places is hella inspiring. Much happiness!

  • @OriginalCyprian
    @OriginalCyprian 3 года назад +18

    DAYLIGHT ROBBERY for a cottage in Norwood. It's beautiful but you can get something within that price range in a better area with even better amenities...cast the net wider

    • @LM-he7eb
      @LM-he7eb 3 года назад

      Please give me an example of “better area”

    • @s_cy411
      @s_cy411 3 года назад +1

      100% agree. Fourways. Sunninghill. Morningside. Greenstone. This apartment is very expensive for what it is and the area

    • @LM-he7eb
      @LM-he7eb 3 года назад

      @@s_cy411 Fourways and Greenstone are newer than Norwood

  • @globalgogetter4469
    @globalgogetter4469 3 года назад +40

    "Its a beautifully elegant refined space" Lady please. It's aight.

  • @Nikolizky
    @Nikolizky 3 года назад +78

    Jo’burg has so much accommodation options, that place is a joke.

  • @territopia1321
    @territopia1321 3 года назад +20

    It’s actually reasonable because it comes with a lot of things ie the washing machine etc and an inverter… its cheaper than him having to buy these things on his own.

  • @td0070
    @td0070 3 года назад +71

    This was comical. 😂 Can’t wait to see your other options!

    • @globalgogetter4469
      @globalgogetter4469 3 года назад +8

      REAL TALK. She act like that spot is really something special.😂😂😂

    • @dorothy3586
      @dorothy3586 3 года назад

      @@globalgogetter4469 😂😂😂

  • @warrengreen8711
    @warrengreen8711 3 года назад +26

    You should get a lot of input from your audience on finding good areas for renting furnished apartments. There are so many great places. It is all about what fits your personal style.

  • @lose999
    @lose999 3 года назад +32

    The architecture is interesting. All the building are different. Keep looking...

  • @Lanae8199
    @Lanae8199 3 года назад +42

    So nice. I’d love to see more from you in South Africa. I am transgender and from the USA. I hope to come to SA by the end of 2022 or 2023. I am considering CapeTown or Johannesburg. I’m really not sure. I just want to make sure that I am in a safe place where I can be myself and have access to suitable healthcare. Great video!!

    • @hlomelalande1220
      @hlomelalande1220 3 года назад +15

      South Africa is in fact much safer for the LGBTQ community. We have laws that equally protect the community from discrimination the same way we protect the rights of everyone else, it was the 5th country to in fact legalise marriage for the community in 2003, protected under the constitution. In terms of crime, well that depends where you are in each city.

    • @Lanae8199
      @Lanae8199 3 года назад +1

      @@hlomelalande1220 Thank you.

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад +13

      Speak to Black and Coloured gay and transgender people in SA…I’m neither but I can give you my perspective. There’s still a lot of learnt and cultural homophobia and transphobia in SA…transphobia isn’t even being dealt with as yet as it’s a new and developing identity we are learning of but as more ppl identify as trans in SA I guess we could see more transphobia form bigots. Legally you’re safe as SA is one of the very first countries in the world to protect same sex unions and gay rights. So government and police are tasked by law and our constitution to protect you and anyone else and discrimination based on sexual orientation or gender is punishable by law in SA. Socially just like in US, Black gay community and Black transgender community, because of their proximity to poverty and often social and economic disenfranchisement, it can be unsafe to be both Black and gay when you’re poor…especially for black gay women living in townships or rural communities as those communities tend to be a bit more conservative and also socially and economically vulnerable regardless what your sexual orientation is. So I’d say it’s safe in general if you stick to more upmarket urban environments where you find your most liberal SAns of all races. In townships Black and Coloured gay men are living their best lives for sure…my cousin is gay and half lives in Soweto and Sandton…he’s been out since he was 16 and he is 25 now but they know there can be danger too (dependent on the spaces you find yourself in) but it’s the Black lesbians most at danger if you ask me. So it’s not too different to gay Black and transgender lives in say US. Hope this helps you somewhat. And yes gay and transgender ppl are most welcome in my country…❤️

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад +3

      @@Lanae8199 you’re most welcome. of course I will subscribe and check out your podcast. As mentioned I’m not LGBTQ+ but I’m an ally so take everything that I say from that POV…hope LGBTQ+ Black& Coloured SAns pick up on this channel and their nuanced voices & give more input on your question around their safety…

    • @Lanae8199
      @Lanae8199 3 года назад

      @@thandisilec835 Thank you.

  • @Collin_Beatz
    @Collin_Beatz 3 года назад +14

    Honestly I'm loving this vlog. Appreciating your country through the lense of another.

  • @avincentzo
    @avincentzo 3 года назад +11

    Someone out there is thinking: What robbery at 0"42? This whole video is a robbery, lol! But on a serious note, if you feel like staying wherever you want to stay and are ok with paying whatever, then go for it. It doesn't really matter where you stay if you do not know the country from a bar of soap. Enjoy your stay in SA and always be safe. Trust your instincts!

  • @sineinchina5727
    @sineinchina5727 3 года назад +49

    Be careful of vlogging in public in SA. Make sure you look around they can snatch your camera just like that. Hope you enjoy our beautiful country🇿🇦

    • @mustafahussein1519
      @mustafahussein1519 3 года назад +3

      Omg yhhh i am the only one rhat noticed someones phone was snatched at 0:42 behide him

    • @PayingAttention2TheTruth
      @PayingAttention2TheTruth 3 года назад

      Whoa! It sure looks like it! Crazy stuff

    • @devinbates2565
      @devinbates2565 3 года назад +1

      @@mustafahussein1519 didn't even notice until I saw your comment.

  • @moe_ramz
    @moe_ramz 3 года назад +19

    Lol I lived in grant avenue. It’s extremely expensive. You can get a better apartment for R12,500. You can even get a two bedroom in Rosebank or hydepark. Please keep looking

    • @zetzeeful
      @zetzeeful 3 года назад +1

      Exactly

    • @Sheisprime
      @Sheisprime 3 года назад

      Fam @julianalbino yo can get something way better in Sandton for 8000zar

    • @moe_ramz
      @moe_ramz 3 года назад

      @@Sheisprime unfurnished yes not furnished

  • @niakhambule6714
    @niakhambule6714 3 года назад +42

    might not be the safest of places to be... but, Maboneng is a cool and vibey place to live. Great night life and a very creative area as well. Cheaper and I believe some places are furnished. Rosebank and Parktown are also trendy and arty. This cottage is not worth R12 500, respectively. Happy Apartment hunting 💜

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +9

      I agree not worth 12,500

    • @kagisomgibi4644
      @kagisomgibi4644 3 года назад +4

      I think Maboneng is worth considering, but the lady said R1 250 and not R12 500... So that makes sense for that cottage I think. Unless if I misheard her, then it makes no sense, and Julian shouldn't take that place

    • @mahlatse8605
      @mahlatse8605 3 года назад +2

      @@kagisomgibi4644 she meant R12.5k.
      There's no way that place in that area would ever be less than 7k

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад +4

      @@kagisomgibi4644 that’s Norwood and it’s definitely not 1.2k…it’s middle upper area. no place in SA is worth so little not even a back room in a township

    • @siphesihlecele2275
      @siphesihlecele2275 3 года назад +1

      totally agree with you. It is not worth the price.

  • @LorIanIriE
    @LorIanIriE 3 года назад +4

    "I don't like this chair." I love how real you are.

  • @LadyMargaretSteppin
    @LadyMargaretSteppin 3 года назад +13

    This is the second video I watched of you and I enjoyed you! Thanks

  • @zusibone
    @zusibone 3 года назад +25

    South African weather doesn't require heating as a necessity. Our housing designs and materials used are not the same as United states. We use mortar and clay in our buildings. Perfect for the South African weather.

    • @deshnipillay1086
      @deshnipillay1086 3 года назад +2

      Well it does get cold in winter but for a few days only, so I think he's been through the worst of the joburg winter season.

    • @LadyT06
      @LadyT06 3 года назад +2

      That's what appreciate about Africa as whole because some of us freeze for 11months😩😥,then when it's hot and sunny,it's like we won lottery😂😂!!

  • @tebatsosithole3033
    @tebatsosithole3033 3 года назад +5

    Julian ask one of your South African friends to help you find a more comfortable apartment around Sandton. You can definitely get a better one with the budget you have 💯

  • @n.gmdiniso2829
    @n.gmdiniso2829 3 года назад +22

    New favorite channel, kinda wish your vids were longer lol. South Africa is one special country makes you feel at home in an instant no matter where your from. Welcome home

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +1

      Thank you!

    • @zetzeeful
      @zetzeeful 3 года назад

      @@JulianAlbino rosebank and sandton apartments will sort u out... Also check out embassy towers right behind the US embassy in Sandton

  • @l_bonza7555
    @l_bonza7555 3 года назад +14

    That apartment is pricey: double-deposit + 2k admin fee + a month's rent. No ways 💀!

  • @generald.c.2033
    @generald.c.2033 3 года назад +17

    Glad you didn't take that apartment. It was a rip-off.

  • @chefsphe
    @chefsphe 3 года назад +7

    I'm glad you didn't go for that apartment in Norwood...don't let that woman fool you about Norwood..this place is just "ok"..and that's too expensive despite the furniture in place , you are practically in someone's yard.

  • @dancingbluecrane2813
    @dancingbluecrane2813 3 года назад +9

    Have you thought of the alternative of a garden cottage in someone's garden? Some are lovely and you may pay between R5000 and R7000 per month and often they are furnished. I am speaking of the more expensive but lovely northern suburbs of Johannesburg often called collectively as The Parks. The nearest business area to such cottages is a short drive to Rosebank. Good luck!

  • @lungathabethe5420
    @lungathabethe5420 3 года назад +11

    There’s no way that cottage is that money sis, Becky was taking advantage of you... with that money you can find something waaaay more perfect in Rosebank or Sandton and mind you, that is Norwood.

  • @kgomotsotlhapane1161
    @kgomotsotlhapane1161 3 года назад +5

    I hope you find an apartment in a gated community, much safer than a stand alone house. And as most comments have stated, try places like, Sandton, Rosebank, fourways and the likes. Happy shopping!

  • @larrypruitt6542
    @larrypruitt6542 3 года назад +6

    Check security whereever you decide to rent. Its very important.

  • @munyamaregere3906
    @munyamaregere3906 3 года назад +7

    Norwood, my neighbour!👌🏾 raised and spent most of my life there but I suggest you look in other better areas such as Rosebank, Northriding, Midrand, Greenstone and Randburg you'll find way better for a far less amount!

    • @veracioussligoge8014
      @veracioussligoge8014 3 года назад

      I had pizza from Mama Mia when I stayed there for a weekend 😭😭🔥🔥🥺🥺🥺🥰🥰🥰 I still dream about it

  • @MphoMotsoane
    @MphoMotsoane 3 года назад +10

    Do you have any local friends? Get you some local friends who will get you up to speed with eg places not to go to alone/at night & stuff like that. Happy apartment hunting & hope you enjoy your stay in sunny Johannesburg (trust me the weather here is beautiful, just give it some time).

  • @Rhynoplasty
    @Rhynoplasty 3 года назад +9

    If you're not planning to staying too long, dont get gas heater, just a cheap $10 heater fan will help take the chill out of the air in the evenings. xoxo J
    Stay safe

  • @we1n1ng
    @we1n1ng 3 года назад +7

    Aww that's the area(Norwood) i grew up in. I miss is so. It's very convenient compared to where i am now (near Sandton), I can't wait to move back there soon. Please do visit Schwarma Co there, the food is really good. Happy apartment hunting.

  • @colleenvos5
    @colleenvos5 3 года назад +6

    Welcome to SA. You just have to come to Cape Town asap. Enjoy your stay. Keep the videos coming.

  • @jessecoltrane5497
    @jessecoltrane5497 3 года назад +6

    Wow!!!! Yay!!!! So proud of your exploration!

  • @Cebo88
    @Cebo88 3 года назад +3

    I love 💘💗♥💓💛💖your content babyboi. Only discovered your vlogs 2 days ago or so. Where have you been all my life. Please enjoy the dynamism that is my beloved city, Johannesburg. I also moved back here in 2008 from the UK. The racism in Europe and North America is something that no sane Black person deserves to go through daily. Enjoy!!!!

    • @corneliusharris2955
      @corneliusharris2955 2 года назад

      Im hunting for my SA apartment now. Georgia bound now and the passive aggressive shit is to the roof

  • @justgigi9545
    @justgigi9545 3 года назад +3

    That whole area slayed me.... I saw Hokkaido!!! Love that place 😍

  • @arronstone177
    @arronstone177 3 года назад +12

    I knew you wouldn’t go with the apartment but thanks for the tour!

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +7

      The “backyard” threw me off 🥴

    • @southafricaismyhome814
      @southafricaismyhome814 3 года назад +2

      @@JulianAlbino check Pamgolding properties in Southafrica world class

    • @southafricaismyhome814
      @southafricaismyhome814 3 года назад +2

      @@JulianAlbino Go For Sandton Apartments in Joburg Julian

    • @southafricaismyhome814
      @southafricaismyhome814 3 года назад +1

      @@JulianAlbino Julian Estates in Southafrica rent out Apartments I'm From Southafrica go for Estates in Joburg

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +1

      @@southafricaismyhome814 thank you! I will check that out

  • @tthappyrock368
    @tthappyrock368 2 года назад

    I figured right away this place wouldn't be your cup of tea. The lady was so sweet taking you around the neighborhood and pointing out places that might be good for you to know about!

  • @keam3197
    @keam3197 3 года назад +4

    Hey Julian! Hope you’re having a good time here and experiencing it with none of the preconceived ideas that the outside world is fed. If you don’t have a good time you need to find new friends. 😃

  • @derrickwilliams1464
    @derrickwilliams1464 3 года назад +10

    Love the videos keep up the good content. This video made me laugh 🤣

  • @menoshac
    @menoshac 3 года назад +4

    Welcome to SA!! 💘💘 I know you've picked Joburg but why not check out Cape Town? Look around, you'll find somewhere really nice 😉 Also go for a nice big apartment building or gated estate cause safety is number 1 here just saying 🤣 anyways hope you have an amazing time here!! Can't wait to watch your adventures

    • @BronzeGirl
      @BronzeGirl 2 года назад

      Love cape town but I want visit Johannesburg

  • @zeldahtlomatsana
    @zeldahtlomatsana 3 года назад +1

    Another note worthy place is Sunninghill. There are new apartments there like The Alpha & The Apollo. They also include facilities like a gym, resturant, uncapped wifi etc. You can check out their site or Africrest site. & it's also really affordable.

  • @Lesiba2
    @Lesiba2 3 года назад +3

    A cottage at R12500pm is very expensive. You can get an up market apartment by City Property at half that price either in Pretoria or Johannesburg.

  • @okaybeko
    @okaybeko 3 года назад +49

    This apartment isn’t even worth it😭 The agent is playing tbh

    • @actuallyterry
      @actuallyterry 3 года назад +1

      In Cape Town, they will charge R25000pm for this flat 🤣🤣🤣

    • @MunchMaila
      @MunchMaila 3 года назад

      Lol bruh it actually is.

  • @cecilewhite1897
    @cecilewhite1897 3 года назад +9

    That’s a beautiful condo. I hope you have the chance to go to Cape Town. It’s beautiful there. The Stellenbosch wine country is also lovely.

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +5

      Can’t wait to visit Cape Town!

    • @AustineAK
      @AustineAK 3 года назад +2

      @@JulianAlbino and also Durban
      And Pretoria

    • @AustineAK
      @AustineAK 3 года назад +1

      @@JulianAlbino travel the whole country

    • @cecilewhite1897
      @cecilewhite1897 3 года назад

      @@JulianAlbino You’ll love it! SA is a gorgeous country❤️

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад +2

      @@AustineAK tell them there’s so much more to SA than CT & wine tour. we love the Cape wine route but there’s more than that even in western cape…we literally have something for all types of tourists in every of the 9 provinces of SA 😊

  • @nomusanhlapo5447
    @nomusanhlapo5447 3 года назад +6

    Bathong guys. I'm hearing people saying they are paying 8k-11k for rent haibo. Kanti nisebenzani, tell us we want money also.😂😂
    I just found this channel, now I'm binge watching. I'm loving it❣️

  • @mongezikona7294
    @mongezikona7294 3 года назад +6

    I should get that Loadshedding box for myself ❤

  • @Lamagwabane
    @Lamagwabane 3 года назад +2

    This cottage is the bare minimum...keep looking you'll find better💕

  • @toneshamanning6740
    @toneshamanning6740 3 года назад +7

    I love your videos ❤️ I just looked to see the next option then noticed you just upload this🤣 can’t wait to see what’s next

  • @sandanista2002
    @sandanista2002 2 года назад

    Jo’Burg can get cold, believe! Winters are brutal there if you don’t have decent heating. Get an electric blanket for the evenings. Gas stove is not enough, you need heaters.

  • @gudlevels
    @gudlevels 3 года назад +6

    12.5k for Norwood?....you can easily move to the most expensive areas in jhb for that price for a similar spot if not better!

  • @thee_beegebashe
    @thee_beegebashe 3 года назад +1

    I honestly also think 12k is rather steep the space offered, it’s not only about furniture. There’s security, accessible to malls and the spaciousness of the apartment overall should be key elements when deciding on an apartment,especially if you don’t want to be constantly moving. For that price you can get something waaaay much better.Try looking around Morningside, Fourways , Midrand and Rosebank for more modern, spacious, beautiful and safe apartments. As for the lady commenting on your sexuality 💀💀💀wow, it’s the nerve for me!😅🤞🏽 All the best in finding a place to stay that fits your taste/expectations.

  • @mizukageg6686
    @mizukageg6686 3 года назад +5

    lol, I once saw a lady get her phone taken and dude didn't even run. he just walked away while playing with her phone. Moral of the story is, don't walk....Uber

  • @JJ-pt7gw
    @JJ-pt7gw 3 года назад +1

    Try any Balwin apartments in Johannesburg you cant go wrong luxury addordable living. For that price try Amsterdam Estate in Olivedale I use to stay there you'll thank me later the estate has a gym laundromat spa( for those Manis pedis and pampers, restaurant and sport's field also cones with all appliances.

  • @thandisilec835
    @thandisilec835 3 года назад +16

    Norwood is very old Jewish neighbourhood…my older brother’s godfather used to live there

    • @thandosdance1504
      @thandosdance1504 3 года назад +1

      Yes Old Jewish neighborhood but it's not safe. Bramley side nje, a big no for me.

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад

      @@thandosdance1504 to be honest, nowhere is it truly full proof safe in SA as recent civil unrests in KZN& parts of GP showed us…as long as we have such high inequality based along racial lines, we will know little peace from criminals who are looking to make a quick buck due to unemployment and poverty. My gran says she feels safer in her old township than she does when visiting us in the suburbs…go figure

    • @thandosdance1504
      @thandosdance1504 3 года назад

      @@thandisilec835 I agree the inequality is inhumane to say the least n it's something the eatists in the ANC will not work on as they are comfortable being on the table with the master. Having said that, there are places that are worse than others. I actually feel safe in rural areas than Jozi. CT CBD is also also safer than Nyanga for example. Umhlanga is safer than Westville. White areas are more protected than townships. On neighborhood whatsapp groups whites are always sending messages to security guards especially when they see a black person I a car parked on the side of the road. Police respond faster to emergencies in the suburbs. Even if one is not in a gated community the fact that one's house is surrounded by whites with cameras all over n security patrols, can get away with not paying ADT.

    • @thandisilec835
      @thandisilec835 3 года назад

      @@thandosdance1504 I hear you and I agree with what you’ve said, there’s truth in it. My point I guess is that all that security is honestly not sustainable as majority is on verge of breaking all those security measures and barriers if we (and I use we as in SA as a nation here)don’t resolve the structural economic and inequality issues. It’s just putting band aid on a cancerous wound…the less ppl who live in poverty and living on the periphery of this society, the lower the walls can become and less security barriers will be needed is my point. Until then, we will all sleep with one eye open and I hate that abnormal feeling like you can be a static at any time…it’s abnormal& horrible for the psyche. And what makes it worse is that this isn’t an insurmountable issue…SA has enough ingenuity and capacity to turn this around if we have a government and business community that wants to partner in fixing what is an economic issue. Government alone won’t resolve it but you’re right we need them to provide the leadership and strategic policies to enable such an environment whenever Biz can make an impact. if Big Biz SA , which is still very white dominated is only willing to put profit alone ahead of everything else and doesn’t recognise nation building and cohesiveness is worth investing in and is more long term profitable for them, then we can all just keep on building higher walls but at some point those will not be enough either as we saw a month ago

    • @thandosdance1504
      @thandosdance1504 3 года назад

      @@thandisilec835 Very true. I always say it started with Mandela for selling us for a Nobel Peace Prize which he shared with the Apartheid apologist. We have everything we need to fix our country in terms of resources what we don't have is a political will. The Apartheid beneficiaries have been emboldened under Ramaphosa and we all know why this. Lest we forget that Mandela was donated a house by the Oppenheimer's n Menell's in Houghton. Which revolutionary accept a donation from the enemy? Mandela took a bribe from the Jewish Kroks and agreed to steal Mike Stainbank's Apartheid Museum Trademark. When Bra Mike fought tooth n nail, they (ANC) decided to close the taps of the Eskia Mphahlele Institute which made it possible for him to fight them. Bra Mike started the Prof. Eskia Mphahlele Institute when the Professor was still alive. Saying Mandela n the whole ANC is depraved is an understatement. Ramaphosa killed Miners who wanted a living wage n thereafter bought the Presidency with the money from the Apartheid handlers of Stellenbosch. Ramaphosa stole my father's money n many other miners when he was a leader of The National Union of Mine Workers. Now that I am old I wrote to him as the President n when he ran around, I went to Luthuli House demanding to see him. All I can say is that the man has no balls for a lack of a better word. He sent people to threaten me with State Security n the Police. The thing is he knows that it's the truth n fortunately my mother is still alive. What pained me was the fact that my father trusted Ramaphosa thinking he was with them. When my mother told us when we were younger I refused to believe it. When I learnt the painful truth I got angry at myself for not believing my mother. U see the Apartheid leaders, business had a strategy from the onset. They knew that if we were to be equal they won't feel superior coz we are intelligent n driven so they decided to give the dog a bone n keep the rest out. Mama Winnie worked very hard to keep the fires burning when Madiba was in jail. When she refused to be bought they told him to divorce her, what kind of a man is that? We were never liberated, our fathers wor6this land n built this economy while the Mbekis et.al. were studying in the UK. Look at how the ANC used Chancellor House n ensured that the get to be Non-Executive members of private companies. I know our struggle as a Native, my daughter was refused access to education n I ended up home schooling her bcoz of my stand towards the Afrikaner racists that are in bed with the ANC. I stand with my truth. Ramaphosa n Cele gave whites n Indians instructions to kill our people in the name of protection n we know that those were directly coming from Stellenbosch. Mapisa-Nkqakula removal from defence was caused by her refusal to send soldiers to KZN. Ramaphosa cam buy the Presidency but can't buy leadership qualities unfortunately. His companies together with white Owned companies are milking Eskom n no one is saying anything. Matshela Koko's reputation was tarnished by the media due to him n Brian Molefe refusing to continue benefiting whites by renewing those evergreen contracts. In KZN all the tenders go to Indians n the ANC elite. Our mother work in those Indian triple story houses with three families on each floor. Each brother having a wife n six kids, they start with the beds then dishes for each floor n get paid R500 a month, n I am not lying. The ANC sellouts children are in private schools studying online while our kids lost almost 2yrs of studying. The aim is to ensure that a few of us make it under these difficult circumstances so that their kids rule over ours like they did to us. Am very angry n should leave it at this. Love n light my dear, together we stand!

  • @tlembro
    @tlembro Год назад

    I hear it is beautiful! Welcome to your new homeland!

  • @treinapj
    @treinapj 3 года назад +7

    Thank you for showing your journey...me and my daughter are in Merida...but the plan is to travel ...next Bali...Vietnam and then the continent of Africa. I love watching you videos though...thank you again for showing your journey...keep them coming....❤❤🧡🧡💛💛💚💚💙💙💜💜🤎🤎🖤🖤🤍🤍

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +2

      Bali is on my list this year too!

  • @menoshac
    @menoshac 3 года назад +1

    One last thing I promise 🤣💘 please please have an amazing time here and explore !! But pls also read the comments about safety 💛 try go out in groups or with someone and yeah unfortunately try not to take all your valuables with you depending on where you go.. so just try take only what you need phone money etc.. leave camera and jewels cards etc at home if you don't need them but yeah depends where you are other than that SA is amazing and the people are incredible 🤩

  • @Neo-Angela-Mashike
    @Neo-Angela-Mashike 3 года назад +15

    I wouldn't pay 12k tp live in someones yard. Its a nice apartment though, small but nice.
    Welcome to SA❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @zetzeeful
      @zetzeeful 3 года назад +2

      🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @geoffsmith5760
    @geoffsmith5760 3 года назад +1

    A mugging just happened in your intro. Okes phone got jacked. Welcome to South Africa boet

  • @cabbshills5732
    @cabbshills5732 3 года назад +4

    Dont buy into the lavish fancy north and sandton, keep it real and move to the Eastrand! Enjoy your stay here bru! *subbed*

  • @LadyMargaretSteppin
    @LadyMargaretSteppin 3 года назад +1

    I just noticed when you posted now I’m happy to be on your journey with you! I love RUclips and have a channel of my on that’s doing well! But I’m going to do something that I haven’t done for my own channel and still will not! I’m going to hit that notification button because I don’t want to miss anything!☺️

  • @nokumira
    @nokumira 3 года назад +31

    I'm paying 8500 to a Black womxn landlord for a fully furnished apartment in Sandown lol 😕😅 yt people are so ugh, please try to find Black realtors. That furniture is SO WACK 😭

    • @zetzeeful
      @zetzeeful 3 года назад +2

      Fully agree

    • @gibson2675
      @gibson2675 3 года назад +1

      Is Sandton the area the Mugabe's live ?

    • @nokumira
      @nokumira 3 года назад +2

      @@gibson2675 LOL yeah they're around

    • @NotsoVeganKitchen
      @NotsoVeganKitchen 3 года назад

      Wack as hell! I don't like her

  • @freelanceteaching1641
    @freelanceteaching1641 3 года назад +1

    Try Balwin properties. Look it up online they have beautiful properties within your budget. I stay in a Balwin property and it's a three bedroom with a garden comes with appliances. The estate has gym and great security. They have different properties across JHB.

  • @younglenn2734
    @younglenn2734 3 года назад +6

    Maybe he must come down to Cape Town and look for an Apartment this side

  • @Nthabee00
    @Nthabee00 3 года назад +2

    Please check the blyde,i think youll love it.Its luxury apartments with gym,resturant and a beach just to mention a few.

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад +1

      A beach? Which city?

    • @Nthabee00
      @Nthabee00 3 года назад +1

      @@JulianAlbino It is in Pretoria.

  • @theophilusbondo6109
    @theophilusbondo6109 3 года назад +3

    This is just a remarkable house in Johannesburg, South Africa to rent for $850 per month in 2021!

  • @gorgeouslycaked3841
    @gorgeouslycaked3841 3 года назад

    There is no central heating because we are mostly a hot country. We just tough out the winters. Come to Morningside, Benmore Gardens. You can get a much better place for that price in a much better area.

  • @TheManGood78
    @TheManGood78 3 года назад +3

    I recommend you look for furnished apartments in Parkwood, Parkhurst, Parktown North, Rosebank, Sandown, Craighall, and Parkview.

  • @stephanielee7310
    @stephanielee7310 3 года назад +1

    hey julian, rather try property 24💞and u can filter it to your price point and anything else u would want, like a pool, pet friendly, how many bedrooms, etc... u will always find something on property 24 and theres endless options, dont let auntie play u, u can get so much better for that price 🤦🏽‍♀️🤦🏽‍♀️

  • @tabatatee
    @tabatatee 3 года назад +6

    Julian: is there heating here?
    Me: this is Africa what you need that for 🤣

  • @ILLYMUSE
    @ILLYMUSE 2 года назад

    I have been saving to begin my journey of nomad life! Vlogs like this encourage me to get out of my way and begin vlogging again and share my story through travel. My question is how have you acclimated to time difference while working abroad? Internet and at times unreliable service? / Posting in timely fashion etc. this would be extremely helpful!
    I remember you mentioned you are in real estate which I’m sure is lucrative in many ways 🙌🏾

  • @mcdollard7469
    @mcdollard7469 3 года назад +3

    It's huge though but not his type of vibe I don't know maybe I'm crazy. Keep hunting son. Uzaba grand

  • @zinziemnkantjo1460
    @zinziemnkantjo1460 3 года назад +2

    R12.5k in Norwood is alot especially for a cottage (I live close by). You can get better apartments in other areas for that amount. And also 12.5k for a place that you wont have total privacy is a definite no

  • @itumelengshiburi4091
    @itumelengshiburi4091 3 года назад +7

    That place is overpriced, sorry. You can get a way cheaper and nicer apartment - 2 bed 2 bath for 70% of that price. I'm glad you didn't go for it . Loved this vlog 😍

    • @LM-he7eb
      @LM-he7eb 3 года назад

      Where do you live?

  • @AGirlNamedVan
    @AGirlNamedVan 3 года назад +1

    Also with our houses. We don't really have heating here. We dress warmly and have heaters

  • @theglen85
    @theglen85 3 года назад +3

    You can honestly get a townhouse or proper apartment for that price

  • @pinkiedlamini7298
    @pinkiedlamini7298 3 года назад

    When you asked about the mattress and she said there will be no there wasn't gonna be because that's not the usual here in this country but to secure it right you know they will do anything so of course since you sure to have such potential in renting the property of course they can negotiate getting a mattress even if it's one from the house and they will see when you pay rent they buy another mattress with the money

  • @katlego5077
    @katlego5077 3 года назад +6

    Wait , did we just witness a robbery OMG . Those two guys sped off with the lady’s phone

  • @onalennasehume4586
    @onalennasehume4586 3 года назад +2

    Bro, I appreciate you sharing your experiences with us but I wouldn't recommend you show us where you live. Give us very general descriptions of the region

  • @rmarie5725
    @rmarie5725 3 года назад +6

    It’s the snatch and grab for me 😩😂😂😂

    • @JulianAlbino
      @JulianAlbino  3 года назад

      I can’t believe it!🥴

    • @jazzelphilmz
      @jazzelphilmz 3 года назад +1

      in sa you don't go around taking pictures in public space that are not secured, welcome to south africa.

  • @petuniataunyane2319
    @petuniataunyane2319 3 года назад +1

    Please try Linden best area ,lots of restaurants and bars in your door step , beautiful suburban area and its also close to Rosebank , parkhust,Sandton, CBDclose you will love it....

  • @thandocoka882
    @thandocoka882 3 года назад +21

    I love that you asked her how did she know you were gay 😭

  • @kyleskeepers3752
    @kyleskeepers3752 3 года назад +1

    🤣🤣🤣 never seen a gas heater before, lol the reaction for the realtor.🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @jamesanthony3072
    @jamesanthony3072 3 года назад +4

    Was going to say didn’t U notice the theft of the guys phone behind you, saying that if your aware of what’s around you SA is as safe as most places, I much prefer Cape Town though I must say… Safer and a generally nicer vibe than Jo’berg…. I’ll be following your adventures ✌🏼

    • @lebogangdlaminilebogangdla1691
      @lebogangdlaminilebogangdla1691 3 года назад +3

      Someone's phone was snatched lool haha that's my country for you but funny enough I've never got mugged

    • @zetzeeful
      @zetzeeful 3 года назад +5

      Cape is the most dangerous city in SA tho

    • @ifp748
      @ifp748 3 года назад

      Where was the theft, in the video?

    • @minenhlemaphanga9548
      @minenhlemaphanga9548 3 года назад +1

      @@ifp748 at 42 seconds. The guy running there just stole another guy's phone.

  • @kalaklah4848
    @kalaklah4848 3 года назад +2

    Such a great video. Great job with the footage.