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 10 Belhar 1 Bergvliet 1 Bishopscourt 5 Bishopscourt Village 2 Bo Kaap 3 Camps Bay 20 Cape Town City Centre 24 Claremont 12 Claremont Upper 14 Clifton 5 Constantia 29 De Waterkant 10 Diep River 3 Elfindale 1 Foreshore 12 Fresnaye 20 Gardens 16 Grassy Park 4 Green Point 11 Higgovale 6 Kenilworth Upper 9 Kensington 5 Kewtown 1 Kirstenhof 1 Lakeside 2 Lansdowne 1 Llandudno 2 Lotus River 1 Maitland 4 Marina Da Gama 2 Mouille Point 13 Muizenberg 7 Newlands 14 Oranjezicht 6 Paarden Eiland 1 Pelican Park 3 Philippi 1 Pinelands 37 Plumstead 2 Retreat 2 Rondebosch 12 Salt River 4 Sea Point 30 St James 2 Sybrand Park 2 Tamboerskloof 6 Thornton 5 Three Anchor Bay 2 Tokai 2 Trovato 2 Vredehoek 6 Walmer Estate 1 Waterfront 26 Woodstock 16 Wynberg 1 Wynberg Upper 8 Zeekoevlei 1 Zonnebloem 7
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Properties in Observatory
New12R64,160 pm444m² Office To Let in Observatory444m²
New11R55,200 pm382m² Office To Let in Observatory382m²
New13R67,480 pm467m² Office To Let in Observatory467m²
13R4,128,5002 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Observatory706 THE WINCHESTER, 228 Main Road2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking75m²
Under Offer12R3,737,5002 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Observatory407 THE WINCHESTER, 228 Main Road2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking75m²No listings found
Recently sold in Observatory
Sold25R1,975,0002 Bedroom Apartment Sold in Observatory2 RUSTHOF, 19 Molenvliet Road2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking70m²
Sold27R2,100,0002 Bedroom House Sold in Observatory50 Scott Road2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking110m² -
Branches
ConstantiaPhone: 021 794 5252Address: High Constantia House Cnr Main & Groot Constantia Roads Constantia 7806 -
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