Commercial property for sale in Cape Town City Centre

Description

Iconic Mixed-Use Investment Building For Sale | Shortmarket Street, Cape Town CBD Positioned in the heart of Cape Town’s thriving Bree Street precinct, this exceptional multi-level commercial building presents a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark investment asset in one of the city’s most sought-after mixed-use nodes. Located on vibrant Shortmarket Street and surrounded by award-winning restaurants, cafés, boutique hotels, creative studios, and premium residential developments, the property offers outstanding long-term investment appeal together with strong underlying fundamentals. Rich in heritage character and architectural charm, the building is instantly recognisable by its magnificent façade, large timber-framed shopfront windows, and exceptional street presence — currently anchored by one of Cape Town’s most iconic hospitality destinations at ground-floor... Iconic Mixed-Use Investment Building For Sale | Shortmarket Street, Cape Town CBD Positioned in the heart of Cape Town’s thriving Bree Street precinct, this exceptional multi-level commercial building presents a rare opportunity to acquire a landmark investment asset in one of the city’s most sought-after mixed-use nodes. Located on vibrant Shortmarket Street and surrounded by award-winning restaurants, cafés, boutique hotels, creative studios, and premium residential developments, the property offers outstanding long-term investment appeal together with strong underlying fundamentals. Rich in heritage character and architectural charm, the building is instantly recognisable by its magnificent façade, large timber-framed shopfront windows, and exceptional street presence — currently anchored by one of Cape Town’s most iconic hospitality destinations at ground-floor level. The property extends over four levels and offers approximately 480m² of gross lettable area on a ±122m² erf, with flexible MU3 zoning allowing for a wide range of commercial and mixed-use applications. Each level provides strong individual usability, creating excellent flexibility for multi-tenancy or owner-occupation strategies. Internally, the building retains an abundance of original period features including exposed yellowwood beams, timber flooring, exposed brick walls, vaulted attic ceilings, and large windows allowing for exceptional natural light throughout. Modern additions such as air-conditioning and operational hospitality infrastructure further enhance the building’s practicality while preserving its authentic character and appeal. Key Features & Investment Highlights • Erf Extent: ±122m² • Gross Lettable Area: ±480m² • Zoning: MU3 • Four-level mixed-use commercial building • Prime Shortmarket Street position just off Bree Street • Excellent retail exposure and pedestrian activity • Ground-floor hospitality tenant with strong street presence • Flexible multi-tenancy configuration with separate upper-floor access • Character features throughout including exposed beams, timber floors, and brickwork • Spectacular attic level with vaulted ceilings and exposed rafters • Air-conditioning installed throughout the building • Surrounded by premium hospitality, retail, and commercial operators This is an exceptionally rare opportunity to secure a highly visible, character-rich commercial asset in one of Cape Town’s strongest urban investment precincts. Buildings of this nature seldom become available, particularly within the rapidly growing Bree Street and CBD corridor where demand for well-positioned mixed-use assets continues to strengthen. Contact us today to arrange a confidential discussion or private viewing of this outstanding Cape Town investment opportunity. Read full description + window.loader.addCallback((renderComponent) => renderComponent({"name":"ReadMore","props":"#-897549979","type":"c"}));

What we know about this property

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Portal facts

Roof

Galvanised Steel

Wall

Brick, Concrete

Floor

Wooden Floors

Style

Victorian

Facing

Mountain View

Window

Wood

Zoning

General Business

Erf Size

122 m²

Kitchens

1

Bathrooms

4

Floor Size

480 m²

Description

Single Storey

Listing Date

26 May 2026

Natural Light

Yes

Listing Number

117257572

Multi Tenanted

Yes

Street Address

84 Shortmarket st, Cape Town City Centre

Internet Access

Fibre

Rates and Taxes

R 9 624

Special Feature

Balcony

Building Grading

B Grade

Number of floors

1

Type of Property

Commercial Property

Availability Date

14 June 2026

Gross Lettable Area

480 m²

Standalone Building

Yes

Nearby Public Transport

Bus, Train, Minibus Taxi