3 Bedroom House in Observatory
Contact agent for street address, Observatory, Cape Townlocation approximate: suburb level
3 bed · 3.5 bath · 1 garage · 203 m² floor · 270 m² erf
Description
This beautifully restored late-Victorian home circa 1890 offers a rare combination of heritage charm and modern luxury in the heart of Observatory. Fully reconstructed to exacting standards, the property is ideal for dual living or buyers seeking an income-generating opportunity.The property comprises two fully independent dwellings, each with its own entrance, utilities, and private outdoor space.The main house features:- Two bedrooms, both en-suite- Lounge and guest loo- Well-appointed kitchen- Private garden with heated saltwater splash pool, perfect for outdoor entertaining- Single garage with laundry a rare find in the areaThe separate upstairs studio apartment offers:- Self-contained living- Private entrance- Secluded outdoor area- Ideal for rental income or guest accommodationLocated within a heritage-protected zone, this two-storey home retains its original character with sash windows, Oregon pine floors, and Victorian doors, while all electrical, plumbing, and gas systems have been completely modernised.High-end finishes and features include imported Italian tiles and lighting, German Stiebel Eltron instant water systems, inverter backup power, high-end security with internal and external alarms, CCTV and intercom. Folding steel-and-glass doors create a seamless flow to tranquil garden spaces, while working Victorian fireplaces enhance the homes warmth and authenticity.Situated just minutes from UCT, Groote Schuur Hospital, the Amazon Riverlands development and major highways, this property offers exceptional convenience. Observatory remains one of Cape Towns most vibrant and eclectic suburbs, popular with academics, professionals, and creatives alike.Note: This is a heritage-protected property.Viewings are by appointment only. Finance pre-approved or cash buyers are welcome to enquire.
What we know about this property
Each attribute shows where it came from and how sure we are. Model-derived attributes arrive as enrichment runs.
Resilience
- Backup Power Level
- Partialfrom the listing text · 99%
- Borehole
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Gas Hob
- Nofrom the listing text · 65%
- Generator
- Nofrom the listing text · 68%
- Grey Water
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Heat Pump
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Inverter
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Solar Geyser
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Solar panels
- Nofrom the listing text · 89%
- Water Tank
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Security
- Alarm Beams
- Nofrom the listing text · 85%
- Armed Response
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
- Boomed Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Burglar Bars
- Nofrom the listing text · 87%
- CCTV
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Electric Fence
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Guard 24h
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Security Estate
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Location
- Exposed to coastal wind
- Nofrom open data · 60%
- Estimated commute to CBD
- 11 minfrom open data · 60%
- Crime trend
- Stablefrom open data · 60%
- Distance to the sea
- 3.2 kmfrom open data · 60%
- Load-shedding block
- 15from open data · 60%
- SAPS precinct risk
- Highfrom open data · 60%
Market
- Days on market
- 189 daysfrom our price history
- Gross rental yield
- 1.6%from our price history
- Price change since listed
- 0.0%from our price history
- Price per m²
- R 28 079from our price history
- Times relisted
- 0from our price history
- Vs suburb median
- 1.63×from our price history
- Under Offer
- Nofrom our price history
Comfort
- Air Conditioning
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Double Glazing
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Fireplace
- Yesfrom the listing text · 97%
- High Ceilings
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- North Facing
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Quiet Street
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Underfloor Heating
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- View Type
- Gardenfrom the listing text · 63%
- Wind Protected
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Layout
- Flatlet
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Floor Number
- 1from the listing text · 87%
- Furnished
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Home Office
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
- Lift Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Living Areas
- 1from the listing text · 85%
- Open Plan
- Nofrom the listing text · 86%
- Penthouse
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Single Level
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Staff Accommodation
- Nofrom the listing text · 84%
- Walk In Closet
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Wheelchair Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Outdoor
- Balcony
- Nofrom the listing text · 87%
- Boat Caravan Parking
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Borehole Irrigation
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Braai Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 89%
- Covered Patio
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Established Trees
- Nofrom the listing text · 92%
- Garage Type
- Singlefrom the listing text
- Garden Size
- Smallfrom the listing text · 62%
- Off-street parking bays
- 1from the listing text · 98%
- Pet Friendly
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Condition
- Needs Tlc
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Renovation Status
- Recently Renovatedfrom the listing text
Architecture
- Architecture Style
- Victorianfrom the listing text
- Build Era
- Pre 1920from the listing text
- Double Storey
- Yesfrom the listing text · 86%
- Original Features
- Yesfrom the listing text · 84%
- Thatched Roof
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Tenure Rules
- Exclusive Use Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- No transfer duty
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Retirement Scheme
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Short Let Allowed
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Special Levy Mentioned
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Utilities Included
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Connectivity
- Fibre
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Commercial
- Auction
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Bank Assisted
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Off Plan
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Owner Relocating
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Price Reduced
- Nofrom our price history
- Priced To Sell
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Portal facts
- Land size
- 270 m²
- Floor size
- 203 m²
- Listing date
- 19 Mar 2026
- Property type
- House
- Listing number
- T5429826
- Feature: Kitchen
- yes
- Feature: Lounges
- 1
- Feature: Storeys
- 1
- Feature: Bedrooms
- 3
- Feature: Bathrooms 3.
- 5
- Feature: Dining areas
- 1
- Feature: Garage parking
- 1