Studio Apartment in Observatory
204 the factory, 1 howe st, Observatory, Cape Townlocation approximate: suburb level
0.5 bed · 1 bath · 38 m² floor
Description
Are you looking for your first home or a smart investment opportunity This well-maintained studio apartment in the sought-after The Factory offers the perfect blend of lifestyle, convenience and long-term value.Situated on the second floor, this 38 m² apartment makes excellent use of space, with a built-in desk creating separation between the living and sleeping areas. A sliding door invites natural light and air into the apartment while providing views of Observatory and surrounding mountains.The open-plan kitchen is fitted with granite countertops, an electric hob and oven, and is plumbed for one appliance. The bathroom is well configured with a separate shower and toilet, while generous built-in cupboards provide ample storage.Residents of The Factory enjoy access to exceptional lifestyle amenities, including a rooftop swimming pool, entertainment and braai area, gym, lift access, and 24-hour security with controlled access. The apartment also includes one secure undercover parking bay and is fibre ready.Ideally located in the heart of Observatory, The Factory is within easy reach of UCT, Groote Schuur Hospital, the CBD, and the suburb''s renowned cafs, restaurants and nightlife, making it a popular choice for both owner-occupiers and investors.The apartment is currently tenanted, offering the opportunity for immediate rental income while remaining equally attractive to purchasers looking to occupy the property in the near future.Property FeaturesAsking Price: R1,250,00038 m² studio apartmentSecond floorSecure undercover parking bayOpen-plan layout with built-in desk creating distinct living and sleeping zonesGranite kitchen countertopsElectric hob and ovenPlumbed for one applianceSeparate shower and toiletBuilt-in cupboardsFibre readyMountain viewsRooftop swimming poolRooftop entertainment and braai areaCommunal gymLift access24-hour security and access controlLevies: R2,050 per monthRates: R300 per monthCurrently tenantedA superb opportunity to secure a quality apartment in one of Observatory''s most recognized and sought-after developments.Don''t miss out on this rare combination of convenience and value in a prime location. Contact me today to arrange a viewing.Josh Keet is a representative of Real Estate Power CC, TA REAL Realty.
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
- Nonefrom the listing text · 97%
- Battery Backup
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Borehole
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Gas Hob
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Generator
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- 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 · 97%
- Armed Response
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Boomed Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 83%
- Burglar Bars
- Nofrom the listing text · 84%
- CCTV
- Nofrom the listing text · 92%
- Electric Fence
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Guard 24h
- Yesfrom the listing text · 93%
- Security Estate
- Nofrom the listing text · 62%
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
- 52 daysfrom our price history
- Gross rental yield
- 14.4%from our price history
- Price change since listed
- 0.0%from our price history
- Price per m²
- R 32 895from our price history
- Times relisted
- 0from our price history
- Vs suburb median
- 0.52×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 · 95%
- North Facing
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Quiet Street
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Underfloor Heating
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- View Type
- Mountainfrom the listing text · 99%
- Wind Protected
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Layout
- Flatlet
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Furnished
- Nofrom the listing text · 91%
- Lift Access
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Open Plan
- Yesfrom the listing text · 96%
- Penthouse
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Scullery
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Single Level
- Yesfrom the listing text · 72%
- Staff Accommodation
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Walk In Closet
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Wheelchair Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
Outdoor
- Balcony
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
- Boat Caravan Parking
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Borehole Irrigation
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Braai Area
- Yesfrom the listing text · 60%
- Covered Patio
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Established Trees
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Garden Size
- Nonefrom the listing text
- Off-street parking bays
- 1from the listing text · 98%
- Pet Friendly
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Pool Type
- Communalfrom the listing text · 99%
Condition
- Needs Tlc
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Architecture
- Double Storey
- Yesfrom the listing text · 75%
- Original Features
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Thatched Roof
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Tenure Rules
- No transfer duty
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Retirement Scheme
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Short Let Allowed
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Special Levy Mentioned
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Tenure
- Sectional Titlefrom the listing text · 94%
- Utilities Included
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Connectivity
- Fibre
- Yesfrom the listing text · 99%
Commercial
- Auction
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Bank Assisted
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- 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 · 94%
Portal facts
- Levies
- R 2 050
- Floor size
- 38 m²
- Listing date
- 3 Aug 2026
- Feature: Pool
- yes
- Property type
- Apartment
- Listing number
- T5575157
- Rates and taxes
- R 300
- Feature: Lounges
- 1
- Feature: Bathrooms
- 1
- Feature: Bedrooms 0.
- 5
- Feature: Family TV room
- yes
- Feature: Covered parking
- 1