Commercial property to rent in Cape Town City Centre
2 Canterbury Street, Cape Town City Centre, Cape Town
3225 m² floor
Description
Position your business within one of Cape Town's most distinctive and historically significant buildings. Mill House is a landmark heritage property prominently located opposite the Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town's historic city centre. Occupying an entire city block bounded by Canterbury Street, Darling Street and Longmarket Street, this exceptional building offers a rare opportunity to lease character-filled commercial space in one of the city's most recognisable heritage assets. Combining timeless architectural charm with flexible commercial accommodation, Mill House is ideally suited to businesses seeking a prestigious CBD address with exceptional character and accessibility. Property Features Gross Lettable Area: Up to 3,255m² Heritage-listed building with remarkable architectural character Flexible floorplates suitable for single or multiple... Position your business within one of Cape Town's most distinctive and historically significant buildings. Mill House is a landmark heritage property prominently located opposite the Castle of Good Hope in Cape Town's historic city centre. Occupying an entire city block bounded by Canterbury Street, Darling Street and Longmarket Street, this exceptional building offers a rare opportunity to lease character-filled commercial space in one of the city's most recognisable heritage assets. Combining timeless architectural charm with flexible commercial accommodation, Mill House is ideally suited to businesses seeking a prestigious CBD address with exceptional character and accessibility. Property Features Gross Lettable Area: Up to 3,255m² Heritage-listed building with remarkable architectural character Flexible floorplates suitable for single or multiple occupiers Up to five storeys along Darling Street Two storeys along Canterbury and Longmarket Streets Beautiful internal courtyard with separate entrance from Longmarket Street Excellent natural light throughout Original heritage features and high ceilings Well-maintained building with exceptional character Prime CBD Location Ideally situated opposite the Castle of Good Hope, Mill House enjoys outstanding visibility along the bustling Darling Street corridor and is less than one kilometre from Cape Town Central Station. The property is easily accessible via major transport routes and is within walking distance of MyCiTi bus services, taxi routes and surrounding amenities, providing excellent convenience for staff and visitors alike. Ideal Uses Subject to the necessary approvals, Mill House is well suited to a variety of commercial and institutional uses, including: Corporate headquarters Creative offices Professional services Educational institutions Training facilities Cultural organisations Museum or exhibition space Boutique hospitality Mixed-use commercial operations A Workspace with Character Dating back to the Dutch East India Company (VOC) era, Mill House forms part of Cape Town's earliest history and remains one of the city's oldest surviving industrial buildings. The property's rich heritage, impressive architecture and unique connection to Cape Town's original water system create an inspiring environment unlike any conventional office building. Whether you're seeking a distinctive headquarters, creative workspace or destination premises, Mill House offers an exceptional opportunity to occupy a truly iconic Cape Town landmark. Highlights Landmark heritage building opposite the Castle of Good Hope Prime Cape Town CBD location Flexible leasing opportunities Character-filled commercial space Excellent accessibility and public transport links Unique internal courtyard Abundant natural light Historic architectural features throughout Rare opportunity to occupy one of Cape Town's most iconic heritage properties Contact Tina Zervas or Mark Thompson at Baker Street Properties today to arrange a private viewing and discuss the available leasing opportunities. Read full description + window.loader.addCallback((renderComponent) => renderComponent({"name":"ReadMore","props":"#458662824","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 · 98%
- 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
- 30from open data
- Exposed to coastal wind
- Yesfrom open data
- Estimated commute to CBD
- 1 minfrom open data
- Crime trend
- Worseningfrom open data
- Distance to the sea
- 1.4 kmfrom open data
- Nearest highway
- 630 mfrom open data
- Nearest hospital or clinic
- 167 mfrom open data
- Nearest primary school
- 693 mfrom open data
- Nearest school
- 477 mfrom open data
- Nearest high school
- 477 mfrom open data
- Nearest station or stop
- 98 mfrom open data
- Independent schools within 5 km
- 17from open data
- Load-shedding block
- 7from open data
- SAPS precinct risk
- Highfrom open data
- Schools within 3 km
- 38from open data
- Under the flight path
- Nofrom open data
- Walkability
- Very Walkablefrom open data
Market
- Days on market
- 97 daysfrom our price history
- Price change since listed
- 0.0%from our price history
- Price per m²
- R 15 504from our price history
- Times relisted
- 0from our price history
- Vs suburb median
- 2.50×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
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- 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
- Cityfrom the listing text · 64%
- Wind Protected
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Layout
- Flatlet
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Floor Number
- 0from the listing text · 92%
- Furnished
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Home Office
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Lift Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Open Plan
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Penthouse
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Scullery
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Single Level
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Staff Accommodation
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Walk In Closet
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Wheelchair Access
- Yesfrom the listing text · 97%
Outdoor
- Balcony
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- 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 · 97%
Architecture
- Build Era
- Pre 1920from the listing text · 99%
- Double Storey
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Original Features
- Nofrom the listing text · 90%
- Thatched Roof
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Tenure Rules
- Exclusive Use Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- 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
- Mixed Use
- Furnished
- No
- Floor Size
- 3225 m²
- Backup Water
- No
- Floor Number
- 0
- Listing Number
- 117387016
- Street Address
- 2 Canterbury Street, District Six, Cape Town City Centre
- Internet Access
- Fibre
- Occupation Date
- 01 March 2027
- Number of floors
- 4
- Type of Property
- Commercial Property
- Wheelchair Accessible
- Yes
- Nearby Public Transport
- Bus, Train, Minibus Taxi