Photos of the Gupta mansion with an indoor swimming pool, jacuzzi, and a built-in bar on sale for R7 million

Property • 28 October 2026 • Kirsten Minnaar

A seven-bedroom mansion formerly linked to the Gupta family has been listed for sale in Saxonwold, Johannesburg, with offers starting at R7 million.

The property is one of three mansions associated with Atul and Rajesh Gupta, whose business interests and close ties to former president Jacob Zuma became central to South Africa’s state capture scandal.

The family owned several properties in Saxonwold, where ministers and government officials allegedly met with the brothers during the period under investigation.

The Guptas operated several businesses in South Africa, including TNA Media, which published the now-defunct The New Age newspaper.

They also operated Shiva Uranium Mine and Sahara Computers. Their business interests also included Oakbay Resources and Energy.

As investigations into state capture intensified, the brothers left South Africa in 2018.

They have remained abroad, and South Africa’s attempts to secure their extradition have been unsuccessful. In 2023, the United Arab Emirates rejected an extradition request.

Following their departure, several of the family’s business interests were abandoned or became defunct.

This contributed to business rescue proceedings involving companies linked to their holdings, including Confident Concepts.

The proceedings led to the disposal of the Saxonwold properties and their household contents.

The sales have proved difficult, with the properties’ association with the Gupta family, their condition and the costs of maintaining them all presenting challenges.

In July 2025, Park Village Auctions held an auction of three Gupta-linked mansions and their household assets.

One property at 3 Saxonwold Drive received an offer of R3.3 million, subject to confirmation. The property covered approximately 3,000m² and had a municipal valuation of R5.54 million.

However, the other two mansions, at 5 and 7 Saxonwold Drive, did not sell at the auction.

Park Village Auctions director Clive Lazarus said the properties had attracted interest, but their size and unusual circumstances meant that a sale could take longer.

He also pointed to municipal valuations and high rates and taxes as obstacles. Monthly charges on one of the properties were reported to reach about R30,000.

The household contents also went under the hammer. Movable assets from the property at number 5 fetched R100,000, while the contents of number 7 attracted a bid of R60,000. Both amounts were subject to confirmation.

Now, one of the remaining properties is being marketed directly to buyers. Proceeds from the wider asset disposal process are intended to settle claims from creditors.

Seven-bedroom Saxonwold property hits the market for R7 million

The seven-bedroom house was listed for sale on 27 October 2026 by Byron Thomas Properties. The property has an asking price of R10 million, but the agent is inviting offers from R7 million.

The 4,207m² erf features a double-storey home with four bathrooms, two kitchens, two studies and four garages. It also has five additional parking spaces, staff accommodation and several reception areas.

A double-volume entrance leads into the home, which includes formal and informal living spaces, a lounge and a dining room. The main bedroom has its own lounge, study and kitchenette.

The lower level is designed for entertainment, with an open-plan area, a built-in bar, an indoor swimming pool, and a jacuzzi. Outside, the established garden includes a gazebo and braai areas.

The property also has a guardhouse, high perimeter walls and ample parking. The listing describes it as suitable for buyers who want to renovate and adapt a large home to their own requirements.

The house is scheduled to be open for viewing on Sunday, 1 November 2026, from 15:00 to 17:00.

Prospective buyers must provide identification and proof of funds before viewing the property. Outstanding rates and taxes will be for the purchaser’s account.