Observatory, Cape Town
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Observatory, also known as Obs by the locals, is a mere few minutes away from Cape Town city centre. Observatory residents are an eclectic mix of academics, professionals, students, bohemian artists and young starter families.
The suburb is named after the Royal Observatory which was founded in 1820, and is still operational and open to the public for tours. Its central location allows easy access to all major roads and attracts residents who do not want a long commute to the city.
Rich in character Victorian architecture, Obs is home to many beautiful old buildings including the famous Groote Schuur Hospital where the world’s first heart transplant took place.Observatory has many churches, soccer and hockey facilities, as well as a public swimming pool.The vibrant restaurant and pub night life in Lower Main road is a favourite with the many University of Cape Town and Groote Schuur Medical School students who live in the area.
Accommodation is always in demand which makes Obs the ideal investment for the buy to let investor.
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Areas near Observatory, Cape TownAdriaanse 1 Airport Industria 2 Athlone 3 Bantry Bay 12 Belhar 1 Bergvliet 1 Bishopscourt 6 Bishopscourt Village 3 Bo Kaap 5 Bridgetown 1 Camps Bay 28 Cape Town City Centre 24 Capricorn 1 Claremont 19 Claremont Upper 18 Clifton 8 Constantia 32 Costa Da Gama 1 De Waterkant 14 Diep River 4 Foreshore 11 Fresnaye 28 Gardens 14 Grassy Park 3 Green Point 22 Harfield Village 2 Heathfield 1 Higgovale 6 Kenilworth 3 Kenilworth Upper 9 Kensington 4 Kewtown 1 Kreupelbosch 1 Lakeside 3 Llandudno 3 Lotus River 2 Maitland 3 Marina Da Gama 3 Matroosfontein 1 Mouille Point 12 Muizenberg 10 Newlands 18 Oranjezicht 12 Paarden Eiland 1 Pelican Park 1 Philippi 1 Pinelands 30 Plumstead 2 Retreat 1 Rondebosch 16 Rosebank 3 Salt River 2 Sea Point 39 Sybrand Park 1 Tamboerskloof 8 Thornton 4 Three Anchor Bay 2 Tokai 1 Trovato 1 Vredehoek 11 Walmer Estate 2 Waterfront 24 Woodstock 14 Wynberg Upper 10 Zeekoevlei 1 Zonnebloem 4
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Properties in Observatory
24R2,099,0002 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory88 Rochester Road2 Beds1.5 Baths100m²
21R2,100,0002 Bedroom Semi Detached For Sale in Observatory232 Lower Main Road2 Beds2 Baths140m²
7R1,050,0000.5 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Observatory0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking37m²
13R4,128,5002 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Observatory706 THE WINCHESTER, 228 Main Road2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking75m²No listings found
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Branches
ConstantiaPhone: 021 794 5252Address: High Constantia House Cnr Main & Groot Constantia Roads Constantia 7806 -
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