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R 12,500per month
South AfricaWestern Cape›Cape Town›Observatory›2570253
A private balcony area featuring tiled flooring and a timber slat privacy screen, offering a functional outdoor space.
A kitchen area featuring light wood cabinetry, tiled flooring, and a sliding glass door leading to an adjacent room with built-in storage.
A cozy bedroom featuring neutral wall tones and carpeted flooring, providing a comfortable and functional sleeping space.
A private balcony area featuring tiled flooring and a timber slat privacy screen, offering a functional outdoor space.
A kitchen area featuring light wood cabinetry, tiled flooring, and a sliding glass door leading to an adjacent room with built-in storage.
A cozy bedroom featuring neutral wall tones and carpeted flooring, providing a comfortable and functional sleeping space.
A functional bathroom featuring a bathtub, wall-mounted basin, toilet, and a separate shower enclosure with neutral tiled finishes.
A cozy bedroom featuring neutral walls, laminate flooring, and a built-in wardrobe for efficient storage.
Below Observatory homes · −18%Available 1 JanAvailable 1 January
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Apartment to rent

Observatory, Cape Town
1 Beds
1 Baths
1 Covered Parking
47m² Floor
Furnished

1 Bedroom furnished apartment apartment with open balcony & parking

Campus-adjacent living minutes from UCT and Groote Schuur, with a sunlit balcony and secure 24-hour complex. Furnished one-bedroom with full bathroom and covered parking.

This furnished one-bedroom apartment features a full bathroom and is located in a secure complex with convenient access to the highway and Southern Suburbs. The lounge opens onto an outdoor balcony, while the kitchen is plumbed for a washing machine or dishwasher.

The apartment includes parking for one car with direct access. The complex is close to Groote Schuur Hospital and the University of Cape Town, and has strategically placed CCTV cameras within the complex.. 24hr security. Suitable for a couple.

Rental terms

Lease Period
12 months
Deposit
1.5 months refundable(~R18,750)
Available From
1 January 2027

Additional features

Fibre Internet
Covered Parking

Property history

Listed for rent at R12,500

03 Nov 2026

Smart property insights

Moderate · 7 similar homes in Observatory

How does this home’s price compare with similar properties?

This homeR 12,500R12.5k18% below medianLower edge of typical range
R 13,000R13kLower typical
R 15,000R15kMedian
R 20,000R20kUpper typical

Price comparison based on 7 similar-sized studio–2 bed homes (wider size range).

Insight

Priced 18% below the local median - at the lower edge of the typical range in Observatory.

Compared with 7 similar homes (8 listings) in Observatory.

It sits below similar homes even on a price-per-m² basis - condition, position or finishes may explain the gap.

MyProperty Insights are based on current active listings (excludes sold data) and may change. This is not a valuation or appraisal.

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Area overview

Observatory is a vibrant, bohemian neighborhood known for its eclectic mix of Victorian architecture, lively student culture, and a thriving community of artists and young professionals.

Shopping

  • •
    Observatory Spar(0.5 km) · Grocery Store
  • •
    Access Park(3.5 km) · Outlet Shopping Center

Education

  • •
    University of Cape Town Medical Campus(1.0 km) · University
  • •
    Observatory Junior School(0.8 km) · Primary School

Transport

  • •
    Observatory Railway Station(0.4 km) · Train Station
  • •
    N2 Highway(1.2 km) · Highway Access

Parks & Recreation

  • •
    Observatory Park(0.6 km) · Park
  • •
    Liesbeek River Trail(0.5 km) · Nature Trail

Healthcare

  • •
    Groote Schuur Hospital(2.5 km) · Hospital
  • •
    Obs Medical Centre(0.3 km) · Medical Center

Dining & Entertainment

  • •
    Lower Main Road(0.2 km) · Restaurant Hub
  • •
    The Armchair Theatre(0.3 km) · Entertainment Venue
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* Distances and amenities are approximate.