ABOUT US

Instratin Realty formely known as Habitat Property Management was established in 2017 is a property management company that specializes in providing comprehensive services for  residential properties.  Instratin Realty operates with a clear goal to maximize property value, optimise rental income, provide a seamless professional service to property owners and  dignified homes for low income earning South Africans.  Instratin Realty was founded against the backdrop of professionalism and extensive understanding of the real estate market. Instratin Realty currently manages 5 (five) properties boasting a consistent 95% occupancy.

Instratin Realty offers a wide range of services including:

Property Marketing and Tenanting  using end to end marketing strategies to attract high-quality tenants.

Rent Collection and Financial Management ensuring timely payments to property owners and provides financial reporting to aid budgeting and financial planning.

Property Maintenance and Repairs which includes routine maintenance ensuring that properties are well maintained and meet the highest standards. HPM has built a network of trusted contractors who provide quality and competitive prices.

Lease Administration and Legal Compliance managed by inhouse specialists who handle lease agreements, renewals, and terminations, ensuring legal compliance and protecting the rights of both property owners and tenants.

Tenant Relations and Customer Service, through transparent communications with tenants Instratin Realty team is able to address tenant concerns and/ complaints promptly with an objective to deliver positive living experience.

Intratin Realty (IR) has an inhouse day-to-day servicing capabilities with a team of highly skilled professionals to ensure efficient and smooth running of the developments. In house resources include a fully-fledged maintenance team to ensure timeous response to all maintenance issues.

A deep understanding of the market dynamics has been developed and IR intentionally operates from industry best practices. The team of experts are drivers of developing tailored solutions using a proactive approach to property management.  A stellar reputation precedes the brand.

VISION

To deliver innovative housing products of high standard for the customers we service.

MISSION

To become a formidable South African property development and management firm renowned for excellence, practical solutions and hands-on implementation.

VALUES

  • Professionalism
  • Accountability
  • Responsibility
  • Superior Customer Service
  • Transparency
  • Excellence

COMMITMENT

  • Sowing social and economic inclusion and restoring the dignity to the previously disadvantaged through the provision of safe, clean, and well-maintained spaces
  • Building and maintaining lasting client partnerships through value creation and delivering results
  • Empowering our marginalised communities through job provision and skills enhancement

OUR VALUE ADD

As Property Managers we are mandated to successfully manage the day to day site operations of our properties. We achieve this through holding regular inspections of property for damage, contractor effectiveness, and swiftly act on the areas that need improvement in line with Asset Management and owner goals. Our understanding of the building systems warrant that:

  • We manage and plan property operations budgets monitor property income, control and review expenses, and compile required reports (weekly/monthly/quarterly/ leasing/variance, and capital)
  • Properties are adequately insured and maintained on an up to date property asset register
  • We coordinate property maintenance and improvement projects with contractors and tenants, expediting the completion of work, and preparing the maintenance team to respond swiftly in emergency and crisis situations
  • We perform regular site visits to monitor all ongoing maintenance/construction projects being undertaken
  • Vacancies are filled and buildings are achieving their agreed rentals on an ongoing basis in conjunction with the Leasing Department
  • We monitor the general state of our properties and ensure the adherence to health and safety regulations of the same environments
  • We manage tenants arrears, ensuring that fines related to infringements are implemented and billed where necessary
  • Monthly utility recoveries are recouped from service provide
  • There is an effective and lasting resolution of tenants issues, disputes, and/or contract breaches
  • Our building systems are maintained and that we contract for repairs and service in compliance with building codes and regulatory provisions

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT PORTFOLIO

A track record of success in affordable housing management

Our Portfolio reflects our continual pursuit of opportunity and passion for community building. We have the experience, talent, and vision to create value in managing developments. Our properties are all stabilised, have track records of consistent and strong rental performance, and are strategic assets that we expect to achieve steady income and capital growth over time. A few of the developments in our stable are as below:

Matlosana Gardens:

Located in Matlosana Municipality, The Flatwood Ext.24 development was the first of Instratin’s flagship affordable housing developments. It’s comprised of 1168 housing units that are divided into 25 three-storey blocks. The units range from bachelors, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, and 3 bedroom accommodation suitable for individuals and families. As an entry-level qualifying prerequisite, residents need to be earning from R 3 500 onwards. Features:

  • Kids recreation area - Matlosana Gardens provides a dedicated clean playground for children.
  • Kindergarten school
  • Family entertainment - braai facilities and café
  • Laundry facilities
  • Safety and Security- a 24 hour gated security and patrolled complex which uses biometric assess for tenants.
  • Ample parking for visitors and allocated parking spaces for tenants
  • Conveniently located with surrounding community amenities nearby.
  • Prepaid electricity- Pay as you Go electricity services whereby every unit comes with a meter to help you view and manage your consumption.

Little Manhattan:

Located in Extension 13 and 15 of Lotus Gardens Pretoria West, Little Manhattan is a affordable housing development that consists of 708 units that translate to a total of 31 blocks. Constructed on a three-story walk-up, they range from Bachelor, 1 bedroom, and 2 bedroom accommodation suitable for individuals and small families. Features:

  • Kids recreation area – play area for children.
  • Kindergarten school (planned)
  • Family entertainment - planned braai area and café
  • Laundry facilities

Devland Gardens:

Situated in the south of Johannesburg and sprawled out in two portions along the Golden Highway, the Devland Ext 36 development is the second of Instratin’s affordable housing developments. It’s comprised of 870 housing units that are divided into 26 blocks. The units range from bachelors, 1 bedroom, 2 bedroom, and 3 bedroom accommodation suitable for individuals and families alike. Features:

  • Kids recreation area – play area for children.
  • Kindergarten school
  • Family entertainment - braai area and café
  • Laundry facilities

Carnival Gardens:

Located approximately 2kms west of Carnival Hotel and Casino, Carnival Gardens is the third of Instratin’s affordable housing development. Divided into three precincts, it's comprised of four-storey blocks consisting of 888 units. They range from studio apartments, 1 bedroom, to standard 2 bedroom and 2.5 bedroom units respectively.

Acacia Place:

Located in Erven 2419 and 2420 Duvha Park extension 16, Mpumalanga, extension 13 and 15 of Lotus Gardens Pretoria West, the Acacia Place consists of two sectional title developments namely: Acacia Place North and Acacia Place South. The affordable housing development consists of 325 fully tenanted 2 bedroom freestanding, semi-detached and walk-up units.