Commercial property to rent in Athlone
1 Tembe Road, Athlone, Cape Town
2 bath · 850 m² floor
Description
Situated on the first floor of the well-known Shoprite Building, this spacious office presents an excellent opportunity for businesses seeking a prominent position in Athlone. Accessed via a private staircase, the unit opens into a bright, expansive open-plan workspace, flooded with natural light from large wraparound windows. Its elevated position offers pleasant views over the surrounding area, with distant mountain views that contribute to a comfortable and inspiring working environment. The open-plan configuration provides a flexible layout, allowing tenants to tailor the space to their specific operational requirements. Whether configured as collaborative work areas, private offices, or a combination of both, the premises offer a practical foundation for a customised workspace. Within the unit are two private, fully plumbed bathrooms as well as a... Situated on the first floor of the well-known Shoprite Building, this spacious office presents an excellent opportunity for businesses seeking a prominent position in Athlone. Accessed via a private staircase, the unit opens into a bright, expansive open-plan workspace, flooded with natural light from large wraparound windows. Its elevated position offers pleasant views over the surrounding area, with distant mountain views that contribute to a comfortable and inspiring working environment. The open-plan configuration provides a flexible layout, allowing tenants to tailor the space to their specific operational requirements. Whether configured as collaborative work areas, private offices, or a combination of both, the premises offer a practical foundation for a customised workspace. Within the unit are two private, fully plumbed bathrooms as well as a modern, fully-fitted kitchen, providing added convenience for staff and visitors. Ideally located just off Klipfontein Road, the Shoprite Building offers a rare opportunity to secure sought-after commercial space in the heart of Athlone. The property benefits from excellent accessibility, positioned directly next to a train station and within easy walking distance of both a taxi rank and bus stop, making daily commuting simple for staff and clients alike. The building also enjoys quick access to major transport routes, including the M5 and N2 Highways, providing efficient connectivity to greater Cape Town and surrounding areas. Anchored by an on-site Shoprite store, the property benefits from consistent foot traffic and everyday convenience. A range of nearby amenities — including retailers such as Woolworths and Sportsmans Warehouse, along with well-known local establishments like Wembley Roadhouse — are all located within close proximity. Combining retail and commercial elements, the property is well-suited to businesses looking for a strategic Southern Suburbs location with strong accessibility, good visibility, and a well-established community nearby. For more information or to arrange a viewing, please contact Liam Redelinghuys. Read full description + window.loader.addCallback((renderComponent) => renderComponent({"name":"ReadMore","props":"#431184305","type":"c"}));
What we know about this property
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Resilience
- Backup Power Level
- Nonefrom the listing text
- Battery Backup
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Borehole
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Gas Hob
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Generator
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Grey Water
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Heat Pump
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Inverter
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Solar Geyser
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Solar panels
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Water Tank
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Security
- Alarm Beams
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Armed Response
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Boomed Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Burglar Bars
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- CCTV
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Electric Fence
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Guard 24h
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Security Estate
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Location
- Shops and cafés within 500 m
- 0from open data
- Exposed to coastal wind
- Nofrom open data
- Estimated commute to CBD
- 18 minfrom open data
- Crime trend
- Stablefrom open data
- Distance to the sea
- 6.4 kmfrom open data
- Nearest highway
- 566 mfrom open data
- Nearest hospital or clinic
- 1.5 kmfrom open data
- Nearest primary school
- 326 mfrom open data
- Nearest school
- 326 mfrom open data
- Nearest high school
- 453 mfrom open data
- Nearest station or stop
- 95 mfrom open data
- Independent schools within 5 km
- 38from open data
- Load-shedding block
- 12from open data
- SAPS precinct risk
- Highfrom open data
- Schools within 3 km
- 63from open data
- Under the flight path
- Nofrom open data
- Walkability
- Car Dependentfrom open data
Market
- Days on market
- 1 daysfrom our price history
- Price change since listed
- 0.0%from our price history
- Times relisted
- 0from our price history
- Vs suburb median
- 1.00×from our price history
- Under Offer
- Nofrom our price history
Comfort
- Air Conditioning
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Double Glazing
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Fireplace
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- High Ceilings
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Natural Light
- Brightfrom the listing text
- North Facing
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Quiet Street
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Underfloor Heating
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- View Type
- Nonefrom the listing text
- Wind Protected
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Layout
- Flatlet
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Floor Number
- 1from the listing text · 97%
- Furnished
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Home Office
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Lift Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Open Plan
- Nofrom the listing text · 91%
- Penthouse
- Yesfrom the listing text · 97%
- Scullery
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Single Level
- Nofrom the listing text · 91%
- Staff Accommodation
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Walk In Closet
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Wheelchair Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Outdoor
- Balcony
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Boat Caravan Parking
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Borehole Irrigation
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Braai Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Covered Patio
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Established Trees
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Garage Type
- Nonefrom the listing text
- Garden Size
- Nonefrom the listing text
- Pet Friendly
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Pool Type
- Nonefrom the listing text
Condition
- Needs Tlc
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Architecture
- Double Storey
- Yesfrom the listing text · 93%
- Original Features
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Thatched Roof
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
Tenure Rules
- Deposit (months)
- 2from the listing text · 99%
- Exclusive Use Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Minimum lease
- 12from the listing text · 99%
- No transfer duty
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Retirement Scheme
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Short Let Allowed
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Special Levy Mentioned
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Utilities Included
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Connectivity
- Fibre
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Commercial
- Auction
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Bank Assisted
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Off Plan
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Owner Relocating
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Price Reduced
- Nofrom our price history
- Priced To Sell
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Portal facts
- Zoning
- General Business
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Furnished
- No
- Floor Size
- 850 m²
- Backup Water
- No
- Floor Number
- 1
- Listing Number
- 117009750
- Street Address
- 1 Tembe Road, Athlone
- Internet Access
- Fibre
- Occupation Date
- 09 September 2026
- Number of floors
- 2
- Type of Property
- Commercial Property
- Wheelchair Accessible
- No
- Nearby Public Transport
- Bus, Train, Minibus Taxi