There are “scary stories” told every October — but few are as haunting as what can happen to a neglected rental Randburg property. This real-life, ABSOLUTELY TRUE example comes straight from Robindale, Randburg, where a property owner learned an expensive lesson after 12 years of underpriced rent and zero maintenance. If you have plans to sell your Randburg property, whether it’s a horror story or a perfect story, click here to start a WhatsApp with Sandy from Cornerstone Homes.
The Scene of the Horror In The Randburg Property Market (Oct 25)
When we stepped into the property, the scene was something straight out of a nightmare: peeling ceilings, mould-stained walls, and fixtures showing years of neglect. The image above wasn’t staged or edited — it’s the real ceiling of a Robindale sectional title unit that had been rented for over a decade.
At first glance, you’d never guess that this was once a charming, well-positioned home. Yet, 12 years of deferred maintenance and low rental rates turned it into a real estate horror story — for both the tenants who lived in such poor conditions, and for the landlord who unknowingly lost significant long-term value. Do you need to schedule your Randburg property valuation – click here.
The True Cost of Neglect For A Randburg Property
Over those 12 years, the owner earned roughly 30% less than the market rental value. That’s thousands of rand in lost income each year — all because the property wasn’t maintained and gradually became less desirable to higher-paying tenants.
When properties fall behind in upkeep, they don’t just lose aesthetic appeal — they lose earning potential. Paint peels, fittings corrode, and small leaks quietly cause costly long-term damage. By the time the decision to sell comes, owners often face large renovation bills just to bring the property back to a marketable standard. Visit our website for more information – click here.
The Road to Revival – Lifting The Value Of A Randburg Property
The good news? There’s always a way back. For this Randburg property, we recommended a trusted general contractor to do a full refurbishment. The plan includes new paintwork, ceiling replacement, and upgraded fixtures — restoring the home’s value and appeal before listing it for sale.
Buyers in Robindale love neat, move-in-ready units, and a freshly renovated space can often recover years of lost value in a single sale. Need to touch base on WhatsApp to get started with the sale of a Randburg property – click here to contact us on WhatsApp.
The Lesson Behind the Scare For Property Owners
Every landlord should take this as a reminder — a property is an investment, not a “set-and-forget” asset. Keeping your rental home clean, maintained, and aligned with market standards protects both your tenants’ quality of life and your long-term financial gain.
So this Halloween, let this be your cautionary tale. Don’t let your property turn into a ghost of its former self. Keep it cared for, keep it market-aligned — and if you’re not sure where your Randburg property stands in today’s market, it might be time to ask.
If you’d like a realistic assessment of your property’s market value — and how to increase it before selling — contact Sandy Graham at Cornerstone Homes for a free Randburg property valuation on 083 550 1220. Or click here to start a WhatsApp now.
