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Quinnington, Harare Q&A | Answered by Residents 2026
Ranked #37 in HarareStability Score 47.5%
Quinnington / Harare
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Quinnington is a premier low-density suburb in the Borrowdale area, often associated with high-end residential estates and sprawling mansions. Real estate here is defined by massive 2,000 to 4,000 square meter stands and a total absence of commercial noise. It is an "old money" territory where priva...
Quinnington is a premier low-density suburb in the Borrowdale area, often associated with high-end residential estates and sprawling mansions. Real estate here is defined by massive 2,000 to 4,000 square meter stands and a total absence of commercial noise. It is an "old money" territory where privacy is the ultimate currency. Who lives here? The city’s administrative and business elite, alongside high-ranking international consultants. The strategic reality is that municipal water is non-existent, meaning your property value is entirely dependent on your borehole's yield. For the investor, Quinnington offers excellent opportunities for luxury cluster home developments, as the large stands are prime for densification. It is a high-prestige, high-maintenance environment where buyers expect flawless finishes and total utility independence. It is one of the most liquid high-end markets in the city, with demand always outpacing the limited supply of move-in ready homes.
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