Lynnwood Glen is a Pretoria east business node for tenants that want access to the Menlyn corridor without taking space directly in the main retail and office core. It suits professional services firms, regional branches, specialist consultancies and back-office teams that value suburban office access and predictable commuting patterns.
The area’s appeal is its position within Lynnwood Glen, Gauteng, with routes feeding into the broader eastern suburbs and the Menlyn commercial catchment. For a corporate tenant, the trade-off is clear: Lynnwood Glen offers a quieter operating environment while keeping the business within reach of Pretoria’s eastern growth node.
Median asking rent
Gross asking rent per m². The line is the 12-month blended median over 7 years (166 listings); the figure above is today's live asking.
Lynnwood Glen on the map
The defined node boundary and the 37 buildings Anvil Property tracks within it.
Understanding the area
The commercial ecosystem is office-led and suburban, with the tenant base concentrated in low-rise parks, converted houses and smaller standalone office buildings. The area has grown around companies that need Pretoria east coverage and client access without the scale, parking pressure or retail intensity of the Menlyn core. That gives the node a practical bias: businesses here tend to choose accessibility, contained premises and manageable rentals over a large corporate campus profile.
The tenant mix is broad, but it is weighted toward companies that serve households, corporates and public-sector clients across the eastern suburbs. Typical users include:
- professional advisory firms
- medical and wellness-related practices
- training and education providers
- engineering and project consultants
- sales, support and administration offices
This mix keeps demand focused on small to mid-sized suites, often with direct parking access, reception space and meeting rooms that can handle regular client visits.
The area operates as a spillover and support node to Menlyn and Lynnwood Road, with tenants using Lynnwood Glen as a lower-friction base inside the same broader catchment. It works for companies that want to be visible to clients in Pretoria east, Brooklyn, Faerie Glen and Garsfontein, while keeping the working environment more controlled. For a tenant assessing the node, the key point is its service-business depth: Lynnwood Glen is less dependent on one large employer type and more shaped by a steady mix of client-facing and administrative office users.
Why businesses choose this area
Lynnwood Glen’s strongest case is route optionality. A tenant can work the Menlyn catchment from a lower-intensity office setting, with Lynnwood Road and Atterbury Road giving east-west movement and the N1 interchange access keeping Centurion, Midrand and Pretoria central within practical reach. For companies that see clients across Pretoria east, this is a more controlled base than taking space directly in the Menlyn retail core.
The area suits tenants weighing these trade-offs:
- Menlyn access without the main core’s intensity
- Suburban offices with practical parking
- Client reach across Pretoria east
- Smaller premises with contained operating costs
- Controlled building access and reception functions
That last point matters for teams that receive visitors during the day. Glenfair Boulevard advertises 24-hour security, and Lynnwood Glen office premises are marketed with access-controlled reception, on-site security and controlled entrance and exit points. At Glenwood Office Park, tender documentation refers to CCTV monitoring and front-desk control functions, which supports the area’s profile for managed, business-focused premises.
Compared with Menlyn, Lynnwood Glen is less about visibility and more about efficiency. It works when a company wants short client drives, predictable parking arrangements and a calmer operating rhythm, while still being within the Pretoria east commercial grid. The decisive trade-off is clear: choose Menlyn for maximum exposure; choose Lynnwood Glen for practical daily access with fewer moving parts.
Infrastructure and building specifications
In Lynnwood Glen, building quality needs to be assessed asset by asset. Across our conventional office listings, unit sizes show a median of 409 m², with a 200–850 m² typical range (25th to 75th percentile) and larger stock extending above 5,000 m². That range gives tenants room to consider compact professional offices, mid-sized regional offices and larger consolidated requirements, provided the floor plate works for the operating model.
Across the properties we cover, stock grade is mixed, so the same area can produce different outcomes on fit-out age, common-area condition, lift service, ablutions and reception quality. Before committing, tenants should test the items that usually drive occupation cost and usability:
- Floor plate size against the target headcount
- Existing fit-out condition and reuse potential
- Parking allocation by bay type
- Lift, access control and common-area condition
- Green-rating status and utility efficiency
These checks are especially relevant where a tenant wants a short lead time, because an older fit-out can still be usable if the layout, services and parking provision match the requirement.
Green credentials are limited across our listing base: 2 of 37 buildings, or 5% green-rated stock, currently hold a green rating. For companies with formal ESG reporting, that narrows the shortlist quickly. For other tenants, the practical focus should be on measurable building performance, including air-conditioning condition, lighting efficiency, metering, backup systems where provided and the landlord’s maintenance response.
- Building grade
- B-grade (57% of stock)
- Median floor plate
- 409 m²
- Typical floor plate range
- 200–850 m² (middle half of stock)
- Largest available
- 5,000+ m² (top of stock)
- Green-rated stock
- 2 of 37 buildings (5%)
Property rental rates
Across our Lynnwood Glen listings, offices are quoting at R115 to R190 per m² (10th to 90th percentile), median R175 per m², on a net asking rental basis. The comparable gross position is about R221 per m² including rates and levies. Comparisons should start with the full monthly cost, because the net line understates the payable rental.
The space most likely to absorb quickly is fitted, efficient stock where a tenant can control upfront spend and move without a heavy works programme. A net ask near the median can still be expensive if rates, levies, parking and reinstatement exposure push the total occupation cost beyond budget.
Rate movement is usually driven by practical lease economics:
- Existing fit-out quality
- Floorplate efficiency
- Lease term and escalation
- Landlord contribution to works
- Parking cost and allocation
Before committing, ask for a full rental breakdown separating net rental, rates, levies and any other monthly charges. That is the cleanest way to compare Lynnwood Glen options on a gross cost basis.
| Monthly budget | Approximate size | Likely property type |
|---|---|---|
| R15,000 – R50,000 | 135 – 250 m² (median 222) | Small office suites (8 listed) |
| R50,000 – R150,000 | 400 – 850 m² (median 630) | Mid-sized offices (16 listed) |
| R150,000+ | 980 – 18434 m² (median 1960) | Whole floors / corporate HQ (15 listed) |
Key buildings
- 99 Atterbury Road, Menlyn Maine, Pretoria
Pinnacles At Menlyn, Menlyn Maine, Pretoria
34 listingsNew-generation office building in the Menlyn Maine mixed-use precinct on Atterbury Road, with direct N1 access and bus links. High-spec space suits corporate tenants seeking large floor plates, visibility and a connected eastern Pretoria base.
- 60 Glenwood Road, Lynnwood Glen, Pretoria
The Aviary, Lynnwood Glen, Pretoria
3 listingsStandalone office building on Glenwood Road in Lynnwood Glen, just outside the Menlyn business node. Suits small to mid-sized businesses needing flexible office space, N1 access, secure parking and backup power.
- The Podium at Menlyn, 43 Ingersol Road, Menlyn, Pretoria
Podium at Menlyn, Menlyn, Pretoria
2 listingsAAA-grade office building at the entrance to the Menlyn business node, on the Atterbury Road and Lois Avenue corner. Five-storey, green-rated offices with strong transport links, suited to established professional and corporate tenants.
Available properties
FIRST FLOOR UNIT 4
Podium at Menlyn, Menlyn, Pretoria
Looking for a small and affordable office space to rent in the upmarket Menlyn Maine node? Consider this 135m² office space now availabl...
Jeandre Swart
Candidate Property Practitioner
2ND FLOOR UNIT 5
Podium at Menlyn, Menlyn, Pretoria
Looking for a high-end corporate office space to rent in Menlyn, consider this upcoming +-230m2 office space now available to rent in the...
Jeandre Swart
Candidate Property Practitioner
BLOCK B - GROUND FLOOR OPTION
Pinnacles At Menlyn, Menlyn Maine, Pretoria
Offices to let in this prestigious development set on Atterbury road, Menlyn. This office unit will be white boxed and ready to be fitted...
Jeandre Swart
Candidate Property Practitioner
BLOCK B - LEVEL 2
Pinnacles At Menlyn, Menlyn Maine, Pretoria
Offices to let in this prestigious development set on Atterbury road, Menlyn. This office unit will be white boxed and ready to be fitted...
Jeandre Swart
Candidate Property Practitioner
BLOCK C - EXEC LEVEL
Pinnacles At Menlyn, Menlyn Maine, Pretoria
Offices to let in this prestigious development set on Atterbury road, Menlyn. This office unit will be white boxed and ready to be fitted...
Jeandre Swart
Candidate Property Practitioner
BLOCK D - GROUND FLOOR
Pinnacles At Menlyn, Menlyn Maine, Pretoria
Offices to let in this prestigious development set on Atterbury road, Menlyn. This office unit will be white boxed and ready to be fitted...
Jeandre Swart
Candidate Property Practitioner
Investments and developments
Capital and infrastructure activity in Lynnwood Glen. These are projects that materially change the supply, access or amenity of the node.
- Under construction2025
Prime Real Property schedules Kings Crest Phase 1 office refurbishment in Lynnwood
Prime Real Property lists Kings Crest Phase 1 in Lynnwood as a 3,000m² office-building refurbishment on the N1 corridor with development starting in October 2025 and completion expected in Q3 2026.
Prime Real Property Holdings ↗ - Planned2026
Prime Real Property plans Lynnwood Galleries Phase 2 expansion
Prime Real Property lists Lynnwood Galleries Phase 2 as a planned expansion adding about 2,000m² of lettable space to the existing mixed-use development, with completion expected in 2027.
Prime Real Property Holdings ↗ - Planned2025
Safari Investments advances Lynnwood Quarter mixed-use project on Lynnwood Road
Safari Investments reported Lynnwood Quarter in Pretoria on Lynnwood Road as an 8,500m² retail and 1,500m² office mixed-use scheme with rezoning in process, construction targeted for Q1 2027 and estimated total cost of R220 million.
Safari Investments annual report ↗ - Planned2024
Safari Investments confirms planning-phase mixed-use development in the Lynnwood precinct
Safari Investments said it owns a 13,133m² freehold site at the corner of Lynnwood and Rodericks Roads in Pretoria and is planning an approximately 6,000m² convenience retail centre with pre-let office space and a small residential component.
Safari Investments annual report ↗
As of 2026-07-22
The bottom line
From a tenant briefing perspective, Lynnwood Glen is strongest when the property brief prioritises day-to-day usability, manageable premises and Pretoria east reach over maximum street exposure. The area will not suit every corporate requirement; if the mandate depends on large-format floorplates, heavy walk-in traffic or a major signage platform, the search may need to widen into the main Menlyn corridor or larger office nodes.
For the right tenant, the appeal is practical. Lynnwood Glen gives a company contained office space, a suburban operating rhythm and access to the same eastern Pretoria client base without committing to the intensity of the larger commercial core. The clean comparison is this: choose Lynnwood Glen when the office needs to support staff, clients and costs before it needs to make a statement from the street.
Frequently asked questions
Lynnwood Glen is mainly an office-park market, with A-grade suites in managed blocks, smaller sectional-title offices, and larger corporate floorplates around Lynnwood Road and the Menlyn / Glenfair side of the node. Tenants will typically find ready-fitted space in established buildings, along with some white-box or partially fitted options where a company wants more control over layout. The area suits businesses wanting suburban Pretoria access without moving into a heavier Sandton-style corporate environment.
Typical office rentals in Lynnwood Glen are driven mainly by building quality, fit-out condition, parking provision, and access to routes such as Atterbury Road and the N1. The node generally appeals to tenants wanting Pretoria East access without taking space in the most expensive parts of Menlyn. Newer or recently refurbished A-grade offices can be expected to price above older fitted space, with final rentals negotiated around lease term, tenant installation allowance, and parking requirements.
Yes, Lynnwood Glen is suitable for corporate headquarters and regional offices, especially for companies that want a Pretoria east base with direct access to Menlyn, Atterbury Road, and the N1. It works best for businesses that value office-park environments, client accessibility, and nearby retail and hotel amenities over a dense CBD setting. For very large national headquarters needing major expansion capacity or a high-profile standalone campus, the fit depends on the specific building and parking provision.
Office tenants in Lynnwood Glen typically look at on-site parking within managed office parks, with a mix of basement, shaded, and open bays depending on the building. Visitor parking is usually handled inside the property or park, while staff allocations should be confirmed against the premises size, lease terms, and any exclusive-use bay requirements. For businesses with regular client traffic, the key check is how easily visitors can access the bays from Atterbury Road and the internal park entrance.
Lynnwood Glen is a more contained, suburban office node than Menlyn and Menlyn Maine, with easier day-to-day access off Atterbury Road and Lynnwood Road and less of the high-density mixed-use character found around the mall precinct. Compared with Faerie Glen and Garsfontein, it generally offers a more established office-park environment, suited to professional services, admin teams, and regional branches that want Pretoria East access without committing to the most visible corporate addresses. The trade-off is profile: tenants choose Lynnwood Glen for practical access and value, while Menlyn is usually selected for stronger exposure, larger corporate clustering, and retail-linked convenience.
In Lynnwood Glen, day-to-day amenities are concentrated around Atterbury Road, January Masilela Drive, and the Menlyn-facing edge of the suburb. Tenants can typically walk to cafés, casual restaurants, convenience retail, banks, gyms, and service outlets, with Menlyn Park and Glenfair Boulevard serving as the main retail anchors for staff errands and client meetings. The practical advantage is suburban office access with a usable amenity base, especially for teams that value lunch-time convenience without needing to drive for every service.
Lynnwood Glen is reasonably served by taxis and buses along the main arterials, especially Atterbury Road, Lynnwood Road, and January Masilela Drive. It is still a car-led office location, so companies should test staff commute patterns before committing, particularly for teams dependent on rail-linked public transport. For many tenants, the practical benefit is less about walk-up transit and more about quick road access to Menlyn, the N1, and the east of Pretoria.
Lynnwood Glen gives a business a practical Pretoria east base with quick links to Lynnwood Road, Atterbury Road, and the N1, so staff and clients can reach the node from Menlyn, Brooklyn, Hatfield, and the eastern suburbs without a complicated last mile. The area suits companies that want office-park convenience and nearby retail amenities, with Menlyn Park, Menlyn Maine, and Glenfair in the immediate working catchment. It is a sensible choice for tenants who need suburban accessibility with a more contained day-to-day operating environment than the larger Menlyn core.
Lynnwood Glen works for access to the Menlyn area, but office tenants should budget for peak-hour congestion around Atterbury Road, Lynnwood Road, and the N1 links. The node is also less walkable than denser office precincts, so staff and clients usually depend on private transport and parking. For larger corporate requirements, the choice can be narrower, with more variation in fit-out age, frontage, and building profile than in the main Menlyn office core.
Contact ANVIL Property Smith to arrange a viewing of office space in Lynnwood Glen. A broker who works the node can shortlist suitable options around Lynnwood Road, Atterbury Road, and Menlyn access routes, confirm current availability, and coordinate viewings with the relevant landlords.
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