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PRIME REAL ESTATE front row properties under R3 million, as well as for inexpensive, vacant land under R200 000, the latter from cash buyers. Kenton on Sea It’s also an ideal stop for international visitors flying in to access our Eastern Cape game reserves and tour the scenic Garden Route. Positive factors of relevance to the property and leisure markets are that Kings Beach has just been upgraded with ponds, playgrounds and pools, while the University has expanded the Business School at the 2nd Avenue Campus, with plans for further expansions within the area. Purchasers are mainly from Gauteng, the Western and Eastern Cape, and Free State, from those seeking holiday properties and with some looking to acquire retirement properties. Our proximity to the Grahamstown schools and the university is an added attraction among out of town parents seeking a lock up and go property or holiday house. Coupled with the Sunshine Coast’s natural assets, including attractive beaches, navigable rivers and bush experience, the security and lifestyle attractions are just some of the draw-cards for home buyers. Interestingly, in Cannon Rocks we have noted an increase in overseas visitors out of season, specifically Swiss and French kite surfing enthusiasts. Also in the Eastern Cape, during the recent high summer season, Kenton on Sea experienced a definite increase in inquiries and activity with locations most St Francis Bay, wh