Borrowdale, Harare North, Harare
6,954 m²
Set on a generous 6,900 square metre stand, this single-storey residential property presents a compelling opportunity for redevelopment, subdivision, or value enhancement in a well-established and serviced location.
The main dwelling house is of rendered and painted brick construction under a mono-pitched timber truss roof clad with IBR/corrugated iron sheets. Internally, accommodation comprises a verandah, lounge, dining room, and fitted kitchen with built-in cupboards, scullery fitted with a double stainless-steel sink, and a pantry with fitted shelving. The home offers two bathrooms, one with shower, wash hand basin and WC, and the second with bath, wash hand basin, WC and medicine cabinet. The main bedroom includes a dressing area with built-in cupboards, Flooring finishes include a combination of quarry tiles, vinyl, ceramic tiles and wood block, with board ceilings throughout.
A self-contained guest wing which includes a bedroom, kitchenette, and bathroom with shower and WC) adds further accommodation flexibility—ideal for extended family use or rental income.
Complementing the main house are two staff quarters constructed of similar brickwork under mono-pitched timber truss roofs, providing additional accommodation. A large garage block accommodates three vehicles and one bay fitted with an inspection pit, enhancing utility for mechanical or commercial users.
Additional improvements include:
Thatched gazebo attached to the main house
Functional borehole feeding into a 5,000-litre water storage tank
Boundary walling on all sides with a double-leaf steel entrance gate
Established site services and drainage
Municipal water connection, ZESA electricity, and septic tank sewer system
The property is currently tenant occupied and is assessed to be in fair condition with scope for refurbishment. Areas identified for improvement include repainting, upgrading of plumbing and kitchen fittings, and attention to roof-related wear factors that are already priced into the opportunity and present clear upside for a discerning buyer.
Value Proposition – Land-Led Opportunity
While the existing improvements provide immediate utility, the true strategic value lies in the expansive 6,900 sqm landholding. This size allows for:
Subdivision potential** (subject to council approvals)
Redevelopment into multiple residential units or cluster homes
Extension or repositioning of the existing dwelling into a modernised family estate
Income-generating enhancements through cottages or additional rental units
In a market where land of this scale is increasingly scarce, this property offers a rare chance to unlock long-term capital growth, reposition the asset, and extract maximum value through thoughtful development or phased improvements.
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