The suburb is situated on part of an old Witwatersrand farm called Klipfontein. It became a suburb on 14 September 1938. It takes its name from the first names from the land owners Percy Michels and Elias Sandler.
Landmarks
One famous landmark in Percelia Estate is the AJ Julia Street Park. This park offers a serene retreat for locals and visitors alike, with lush greenery and recreational facilities. View AJ Julia Street Park on Google Maps.
^ Raper, Peter E.; Moller, Lucie A.; du Plessis, Theodorus L. (2014). Dictionary of Southern African Place Names. Jonathan Ball Publishers. p. 1412. ISBN9781868425501.
