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Flea Market / Vlooimark Johannesburg
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2 Markets · South Africa
Flea Market / Vlooimark
📖 Johannesburg's flea market scene is a vibrant hub for resellers, offering a diverse array of goods from unique African crafts to vintage clothing and antiques. Markets like the Rosebank Sunday Market, situated on a mall rooftop, are renowned for their eclectic mix, including handcrafted jewelry, art, and second-hand books, records, and CDs. The Panorama Flea Market, located in Mulbarton, is another bustling spot with over 370 stalls and live entertainment, catering to a wide range of interests. Resellers can often uncover hidden gems, from mid-sized furniture ideal for upcycling to collectible memorabilia and quirky glassware. An insider tip for Joburg resellers is to engage with vendors and be prepared to negotiate, as haggling is a common practice and can lead to better deals.
2 markets
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Rosebank Sunday Market
📍 Johannesburg
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Address
50 Bath Ave, Rosebank, Johannesburg, 2196 (Rooftop of Rosebank Mall)
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Open
Sun 9:00-16:00
A premier rooftop market known for its mix of handmade African crafts, antiques, vintage clothing, and gourmet food. It has a vibrant, cosmopolitan atmosphere with live music.
💰 What to buy here
Vintage Clothing & Leather Goods
Buy150-500 ZAR
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Sell online400-1200 ZAR on Gumtree or Instagram
Look for 80s and 90s fashion. Check zippers and seams on leather jackets.
African Masks & Carvings
Buy200-800 ZAR
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Sell online700-2500 ZAR on Bob Shop, or 80-300€ on eBay for quality pie
Engage with traders to learn the origin. Pieces from West and Central Africa often fetch higher prices.
Handmade Jewellery
Buy100-400 ZAR
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Sell online300-900 ZAR on Gumtree
Focus on unique designs using local materials like beads, seeds, and semi-precious stones.
Local Art & Prints
Buy250-1000 ZAR
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Sell online800-3000 ZAR on Bob Shop
Look for signed pieces by emerging local artists. Township art styles are particularly popular.
Tip:The car boot sale section, held on the third and last Sunday of the month, is where you'll find the best second-hand bargains and vintage clothing.
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Panorama Flea Market
📍 Johannesburg
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Address
Kliprivier Dr, Mulbarton, Johannesburg South, 2059
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Open
Sat, Sun & Public Holidays 9:00-16:00
A large, well-established market in the south of Johannesburg with a reputation for a wide variety of goods, from new merchandise to second-hand items, antiques, and collectibles. Features live entertainment.
💰 What to buy here
Vintage Electronics & Radios
Buy200-600 ZAR
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Sell online500-1500 ZAR on Bob Shop (even if not working)
Look for classic brands like Supersonic or Blaupunkt. Bakelite radios are particularly valuable.
Old Coins & Banknotes
Buy50-500 ZAR
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Sell onlineVaries greatly, 200-5000+ ZAR on Bob Shop
Focus on ZAR (Zuid-Afrikaansche Republiek) coins (Ponde) and old Union of South Africa notes.
Second-hand Musical Instruments
Buy400-1500 ZAR
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Sell online800-3000 ZAR on Facebook Marketplace
Look for recognizable brands like Fender, Ibanez, or even older Gallo guitars. Check for neck straightness.
Tip:The antique and collectibles section is tucked away at the back. Many vendors here are long-time collectors and are great sources of information.
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