DAY ONE ON THE BOULEVARD

September 18, 2025

Issue #01

From our founder’s desk:

Welcome, Boulevardiers. You’re holding the very first issue of onBoulevard—Zimbabwe’s first curated real estate intelligence newsletter. Why is this a big deal? Because for the first time, investors and buyers like you don’t need to:

Scroll through endless listings

Chase unverifiable claims

Wonder if the numbers add up

We do the heavy lifting. You just see the opportunities that matter

We’ve been building in public, sharing the vision, and setting the stage. Today, it’s real: curated property intelligence, straight to your inbox.

Here’s what’s on the Boulevard today:

  1. 7 on Pagomo → 40-unit cluster, strong STR upside, 8% LT yield

  2. Avondale Townhouse → Stability-first play, high-demand tenant base

  3. Lake City Stands → <$30k entry, early growth corridor bet

You’re here at the start of something big. A smarter, clearer way to explore Zimbabwe’s property market—and you get to say you were here first.

With that, the Boulevard is open. Step in:

THE DEBUT FEATURED DEAL

7 on Pagomo. Source: Developer

7 on Pagomo, Strathaven
4 BR, 3 BA | New Cluster Development

Why we love it

Tucked just off Quendon Road, 7 on Pagomo marries estate-scale security with the convenience of modern duplex living. Open-plan lounges spill onto covered patios, while sleek kitchens and primary en-suites give each home an aspirational edge. Residents will appreciate being just minutes from Avondale’s shops and St. Anne’s Hospital, offering a rare blend of lifestyle and convenience in Harare North.

  • $210,000

  • 4 BR / 3 BA

  • 40 Double-storey units

  • New Build

💰 Projections

Estimated rent: $1 900/mo | Costs: $420/mo | 📈 ROI: 8.7 %

  • Est Monthly Rent: $1 900

  • Occupancy Rate: 61%

  • Projected Revenue: $180,200/yr

  • Projected Gross Yield: 11.44%

Want the full breakdown?
See occupancy assumptions, STR vs LT comparison, sensitivity analysis, and financing scenarios.

Prefer to take the next step? Next Steps →

THE DEBUT ANALYST’S PICK

Avondale Townhouse. Source: Listing agent

Avondale Townhouse
4 BR, 3 BA | Modern Build

Why we love it

Avondale has long been one of Harare’s most reliable rental submarkets. Its appeal comes from:

Tenant stability → reliable NGO, corporate, and expat occupancy.

Location premium → close to CBD, schools, and retail.

Proven market → long track record of USD-denominated rental demand.

This Avondale duplex is not the highest-yielding play in Harare, but that’s not the point. It isn’t about chasing maximum yield—it’s about securing predictable returns. Investors trade a couple of yield points for predictability and location premium, making this a true “sleep-at-night” investment.

  • $220,000

  • 4 BR / 3 BA

  • Townhouse [established urban complex]

  • Modern build, well-kept

💰 Projections

Estimated rent: $1500/mo | Costs: $300/mo | 📈 ROI: 8.7 %

  • Est Monthly Rent: $1 500

  • Vacancy Rate: 5%

  • Net Operating Income: $11,726

  • Projected Gross Yield: 8.2%

Want the full breakdown?
See vacancy assumptions, STR vs LT comparison, sensitivity analysis, and financing scenarios.

Prefer to take the next step? Next Steps →

THE DEBUT CURATOR’S PICK

LakeCity Stands. Source: Listing Agent

LakeCity Stands
Serviced stands [in development]

Why we love it

LakeCity has captured diaspora and local attention with its accessible entry point, zero-deposit offer, and structured payment plan. At a sub-$15k entry, it opens the market to a broader base of investors.

Its appeal comes from:

• Accessible entry point → with stand prices starting below $15k, it’s within reach of a broader investor base.

• Diaspora buzz → strong marketing has caught the attention of buyers abroad seeking long-term land banking plays.

• Growth corridor location → If infrastructure promises are delivered, land values here could rise substantially.

💡This is not a yield play—it’s a capital appreciation bet. Investors are buying into the promise of growth corridors and infrastructure-led value uplift.

  • Price: From $12,000 [for 270–300 sqm stands]

  • Property Type: Residential Land [serviced stands]

  • Units: Limited release [20 stands with zero deposit offer]

  • Specs: 270–300 sqm plots [USD $40/sqm excl. VAT]

  • Status: Serviced stands [in development]

  • Location: Lake Chivero, peri-urban growth corridor outside Harare

  • Amenities [planned]: Road network, water reticulation, retail, schools, ZESA connection

Prefer to take the next step? Next Steps

CHECKING OUT

That’s a wrap on Day One.

Our very first step together on the Boulevard—bringing you handpicked, verified, and ROI-analysed opportunities, built for serious readers only.

If any of these deals fit your goals, don’t wait. Opportunities like these move fast. Tap Next Steps or just hit reply, and we’ll walk you through the next steps.

A smarter way to invest in property starts now.

— Team onBoulevard

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