5 reasons to make Maitland your industrial home

Maitland's importance as an industrial precinct and transport hub dates back to 1845, when construction of a thoroughfare from Stellenbosch through the area was completed. Geography determined that this was to be an important area, connecting the City Bowl to the rest of Cape Town. History was made once again in 1862, when the railway line from Cape Town reached Maitland. Many things have changed in Maitland between 1845 and 2019 - but the importance of this area remains unchanged. There are many great reasons to call Maitland your industrial home.

1. Being part of an industrial hub

When you are the owner or lessor of industrial or commercial property in Maitland, you can rest assured that no matter what services your business requires to function optimally, there's more than likely a neighbour right in Maitland who can help. The range of business activity in Maitland is extremely broad, and businesses in the area range from packaging and engineering companies to kitchenware suppliers, lead-generation specialists and air conditioning contractors. Accountants, recycling solutions, printing companies and certification specialists, together with a host of other service providers, round off the wide range of useful services that are available to companies in Maitland.

2. Close proximity to the airport and other industrial areas

Sending and receiving freight is a simple undertaking when Maitland is your industrial or commercial home, thanks to the fact that Cape Town International Airport is just 13km or an 18-minute drive away. Other industrial areas such as Paarden Eiland and Epping are also in close proximity - both just 6km from Maitland. The up-and-coming commercial area of Woodstock is just under 6km away, and the industrial area of Montague Gardens is just slightly further afield. Kensington and Ndabeni are the closest of all other industrial areas to Maitland — both just approximately 2km away.

3. Easy access to arterial routes

From just about anywhere in Maitland, one has quick and easy access to Voortrekker Road, from which it is possible to quickly access highways that will lead to a wide variety of areas. In addition, those working in Maitland also have exceptionally easy access to the N1 highway as well as the M5.

4. Neighbouring residential areas and amenities

One of the biggest advantages for business owners and employees of businesses in the Maitland area is that thanks to there being lots of residential areas in close proximity, it is possible to live close to work and cut out the hefty commute that has become part of life for so many Capetonians. Areas such as Pinelands, Century City, Milnerton and Salt River all provide housing options in various price brackets to meet the needs of those working in Maitland.

5. Wide range of properties available

The API Property Group has an assortment of properties available to rent in Maitland, with other properties for sale in the area. Properties available in this area tend to be located in secure business parks, with ample space, shutter doors and ample three-phase power. Many of these office parks include coffee shops for tenants' and workers' convenience, as well as communal boardrooms. The fact that many of them are located within walking distance to transport links makes getting to and from work easy for those reliant on public transport. Typical properties in this area offer versatility by being suitable for either light manufacturing or warehousing.

There are a vast number of reasons why Maitland has become so popular as a commercial and industrial precinct. Its prime location is a key factor, as is the huge array of  facilities offered by properties in this area. Contact the API Property Group to find out more about making this area your industrial home. You can also view the properties that are available for sale or to rent in Maitland.