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 14 Belhar 1 Bergvliet 1 Bishopscourt 5 Bishopscourt Village 3 Bo Kaap 3 Bridgetown 1 Camps Bay 27 Cape Town City Centre 29 Capricorn 1 Claremont 18 Claremont Upper 15 Clifton 8 Constantia 33 De Waterkant 10 Diep River 1 Elfindale 1 Foreshore 10 Fresnaye 28 Gardens 19 Grassy Park 4 Green Point 16 Harfield Village 1 Higgovale 7 Kenilworth 3 Kenilworth Upper 10 Kensington 4 Kewtown 1 Kreupelbosch 1 Lakeside 4 Lansdowne 1 Llandudno 2 Lotus River 2 Maitland 4 Marina Da Gama 4 Matroosfontein 1 Meadowridge 1 Mouille Point 17 Muizenberg 8 Newlands 18 Oranjezicht 9 Ottery 1 Paarden Eiland 1 Pelican Park 2 Penlyn Estate 1 Philippi 1 Pinelands 28 Plumstead 2 Retreat 1 Rondebosch 18 Rondebosch East 1 Rosebank 1 Salt River 6 Sea Point 41 St James 2 Stonehurst Mountain Estate 1 Sybrand Park 1 Tamboerskloof 8 Thornton 5 Three Anchor Bay 3 Tokai 2 Trovato 2 Vredehoek 8 Walmer Estate 2 Waterfront 27 Woodstock 14 Wynberg Upper 8 Zeekoevlei 1 Zonnebloem 6
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Properties in Observatory
Under offer27R2,100,0002 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory50 Scott Road2 Beds1 Bath1 Parking110m²
21R2,100,0002 Bedroom Semi Detached For Sale in Observatory232 Lower Main Road2 Beds2 Baths140m²
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
Sold24R2,099,0002 Bedroom House Sold in Observatory88 Rochester Road2 Beds1.5 Baths100m² -
Branches
ConstantiaPhone: 021 794 5252Address: High Constantia House Cnr Main & Groot Constantia Roads Constantia 7806 -
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