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 11 Bergvliet 4 Bishopscourt 9 Bishopscourt Village 2 Bo Kaap 3 Camps Bay 37 Cape Town City Centre 25 Claremont 23 Claremont Upper 16 Clifton 13 Constantia 37 Costa Da Gama 1 De Waterkant 11 Diep River 2 Foreshore 9 Fresnaye 32 Gardens 13 Grassy Park 3 Green Point 20 Harfield Village 3 Higgovale 5 Kenilworth 4 Kenilworth Upper 12 Kensington 5 Kewtown 1 Kirstenhof 1 Kreupelbosch 1 Llandudno 2 Lotus River 1 Maitland 2 Marina Da Gama 4 Matroosfontein 2 Meadowridge 3 Mouille Point 12 Mowbray 4 Muizenberg 6 Newlands 22 Oranjezicht 8 Ottery 1 Philippi 1 Pinelands 17 Plumstead 4 Retreat 2 Rondebosch 11 Rosebank 2 Salt River 3 Sea Point 22 Tamboerskloof 12 Thornton 4 Three Anchor Bay 3 Tokai 2 Trovato 1 Vredehoek 5 Walmer Estate 4 Waterfront 18 Windermere 1 Woodstock 13 Wynberg 1 Wynberg Upper 6 Zeekoevlei 1 Zonnebloem 7
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Properties in Observatory
28R2,250,0002 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory88 Rochester Road2 Beds1.5 Baths100m²
21R2,200,0003 Bedroom Semi Detached For Sale in Observatory232 Lower Main Road3 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 Parking75m²
New21R20,000 pm3 Bedroom House To Let in Observatory3 Beds2 Baths1 ParkingNo 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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