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 8 Bergvliet 4 Bishopscourt 9 Bishopscourt Village 2 Bo Kaap 3 Camps Bay 35 Cape Town City Centre 35 Claremont 21 Claremont Upper 14 Clifton 13 Constantia 39 De Waterkant 11 Diep River 3 Foreshore 5 Fresnaye 28 Frogmore Estate 1 Gardens 14 Gleemoor 1 Grassy Park 2 Green Point 23 Harfield Village 1 Higgovale 7 Kenilworth 4 Kenilworth Upper 14 Kensington 5 Kewtown 1 Kirstenhof 2 Kreupelbosch 1 Llandudno 1 Maitland 2 Marina Da Gama 4 Matroosfontein 1 Meadowridge 4 Mouille Point 12 Mowbray 5 Muizenberg 8 Newlands 22 Oranjezicht 9 Ottery 1 Philippi 1 Pinelands 28 Plumstead 7 Retreat 3 Rondebosch 15 Rosebank 2 Salt River 3 Sea Point 24 Sybrand Park 1 Tamboerskloof 12 Thornton 3 Three Anchor Bay 3 Tokai 4 Trovato 2 Vredehoek 8 Walmer Estate 4 Waterfront 20 Windermere 1 Woodstock 14 Wynberg Upper 4 Zonnebloem 9
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Properties in Observatory
28R2,350,0002 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
18R1,700,0002 Bedroom House For Sale in Observatory3 Grove Road2 Beds1 Bath100m²
7R1,050,0000.5 Bedroom Apartment For Sale in Observatory0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking37m²
New15R16,500 pm2 Bedroom Flat To Let in Observatory2 Beds2 Baths1 Parking59m²
New7R9,500 pm0.5 Bedroom Apartment To Let in Observatory0.5 Bed1 Bath1 Parking37m²No 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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