Vibrant city-bowl living in Gardens, steps from Kloof Street cafés and Longkloof shops; Cape Dutch cottage with high ceilings, private courtyard and quirky outdoor hot-water bath. Two bedrooms, one bathroom.
Cute as a button and oozing curb appeal, this character-filled, modern Cape Dutch cottage in Gardens doubles as a beautiful home and a savvy investment.
Showing off its stylish features; a bold gable, oculus, high ceilings, timber floors, beams and window frames it offers two bedrooms, open-plan dining into kitchen, lounge with fireplace, and one large bathroom with bath and two showers!
Additional attractions include private courtyard offering “al fresco” bathing in a quirky, hot-water, outdoor bath/shower, a covered stoep with sneak peeks of Table Mountain, and practical storage for bikes and more. Washing machine & dryer are neatly tucked away.
An excellent short-term letting investment it’s perfectly positioned immediately adjacent to the trendy Longkloof development including new concept store Café Sophi by Tashas as well as Custodian Pastry Bar and Pauline's Coffee Shop. It's also a short stroll from Kloof Street’s vibrant cafés, restaurants, shops and Lifestyle on Kloof Center. This prime location delivers strong Airbnb potential in one of Cape Town’s most sought-after visitor areas.
Well-located two-bedroom properties in the City Bowl can achieve high occupancy with impressive average nightly rates, delivering healthy gross annual revenues (subject to professional management and seasonal peaks). Heritage charm like this stands out to international guests and supports premium positioning.
Whether you're seeking a characterful home for personal use or a smart investment with solid short-term rental yields and capital growth, this little gem is full of personality and ready to welcome its next owner.
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Listed for sale at R5,500,000
MyProperty Benchmark Indicator: Data-driven comparison vs similar active properties
Based on 80 listings in Cape Town (town)
Insight
Priced above the median for similar properties in the area. On a price-per-m² basis, it is 84% above the median. Floor size is 14% larger than typical for similar homes.
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Key differences
Affordability
R 53,990 / month
Estimated bond repayment
20 years · 10.25% · 0% deposit
Market depth
80 similar listings
High similar-home inventory town-wide (Cape Town)
Median time on market: 161 days
* Insights are based on current active listings (excludes sold data) and may change. This is not a valuation or appraisal. Smart Property Insights Model v1.0
Gardens is a vibrant and centrally located suburb offering a mix of residential charm and urban convenience, making it an appealing place to live for those seeking a dynamic lifestyle close to the city center.
* Distances and amenities are approximate.