khathu R

Questionable Conduct by John Lee Properties

This refers to the review posted on 14 December at 22:55 by Mr. Bulelani M. about them refusing to fix the damages with the tenant's deposit. I am the tenant who occupied the unit for five years, and I share the same unfortunate experience. Despite my long tenancy, I did not receive a single cent back from my deposit. During my stay, the property was never properly maintained, and I had to personally handle many repairs and issues at my own cost. What is most concerning is that, upon vacating, I was presented with an inflated quotation demanding that I contribute my R7,000 deposit plus additional funds to cover supposed repairs. This is unreasonable, especially given the lack of maintenance throughout my tenancy and the fact that much of the upkeep was already managed by me. I believe this practice is unfair and exploitative, and it highlights the need for greater accountability in how deposits are handled and how landlords maintain their properties.