Illovo is sought-after and home to many young professionals and creatives because of its close proximity to Sandton and Johannesburg business centres and many affordable apartment blocks.

It is located in Region E of the City of Johannesburg Metropolitan Municipality.

[3] In 1939, the notable architect Harold Le Roith built Dunkeld Mansions, a luxury apartment building on Hurlingham Rd.

[4] Wanderers Stadium is located in Illovo, which is home to the Highveld Lions, Johannesburg's cricket team.

Construction on the current stadium commenced in 1955 with the first 1st-class match played between Transvaal and Natal on 16, 17 and 19 November 1956.