2 Bedroom House for sale in Observatory
Observatory, Cape Townlocation approximate: suburb level
2 bed · 2 bath · 124 m² erf
Description
Sole Mandate Set in one of Observatory’s most charming and intact historic streetscapes, this character-filled home forms part of a picturesque row of decorative period cottages that have retained their original proportions and detail. The street has a quiet, village-like atmosphere, very different from Observatory’s busier roads. Directly nearby is the landmark St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, designed by Herbert Baker and Francis Masey, with its stone buildings, steeple, stained-glass windows and garden as a distinctive backdrop to the cottages. The home has an impressive arched entrance and original front door. Excellent proportions, high ceilings, original wooden floors and detailed windows, aesthetic charm and character. The first bedroom has a bay window and custom-built solid wooden shelving, bookshelves and cupboard. Its en-suite bathroom has... Sole Mandate Set in one of Observatory’s most charming and intact historic streetscapes, this character-filled home forms part of a picturesque row of decorative period cottages that have retained their original proportions and detail. The street has a quiet, village-like atmosphere, very different from Observatory’s busier roads. Directly nearby is the landmark St Michael and All Angels Anglican Church, designed by Herbert Baker and Francis Masey, with its stone buildings, steeple, stained-glass windows and garden as a distinctive backdrop to the cottages. The home has an impressive arched entrance and original front door. Excellent proportions, high ceilings, original wooden floors and detailed windows, aesthetic charm and character. The first bedroom has a bay window and custom-built solid wooden shelving, bookshelves and cupboard. Its en-suite bathroom has an original Victorian tub and a walk-in shower with views of the a private garden area. A skywindow above the shower brings in additional natural light and shower sky views, moon, stars. Further down the passage is a walk-in storage room with a fitted laundry installation. The open-plan living area has space for the kitchen, dining and comfortable lounge area with a glass-fronted fireplace. Detailed windows and glass doors bring in ample natural light and opens to the private wraparound courtyard. The main bedroom also opens directly onto the outdoor area and has a custom-built wooden display shelving, bookshelves and storage. The en-suite bathroom has a walk-in shower in a private garden setting. Wraparound windows, glass doors and skywindows allow natural light throughout. Well secured via alarm, beams, lights, gates. The property is conveniently located close to the city, with easy access to Lower Main Road, UCT, Groote Schuur Hospital, public transport routes and Cape Town city centre. Summary: * Impressive arched entrance with an original front door * Set within a picturesque row of intact decorative period homes * Views of the historic stone church, steeple and stained-glass windows * Beautifully proportioned rooms with high ceilings * Original wooden floors and period character * Two en-suite bedrooms * Feature bay window in the first bedroom * Original Victorian bath and walk-in shower * Custom-built solid wooden shelving, bookshelves and cupboards * Main bedroom with doors opening onto the courtyard * Glass-fronted fitted fireplace * Open-plan kitchen, dining and living area * Walk-in storage room with laundry installation * Wraparound private courtyard and garden areas * Plenty of natural light from detailed windows, glass doors and skylights * Quiet and intimate residential setting * Close to UCT and Groote Schuur Hospital * Easy access to Lower Main Road and the city * Located in the established older part of Observatory Secured via the alarm, beams, outdoor lighting, gates. View by appointment only.?Contact the agent to arrange a viewing. Read full description + window.loader.addCallback((renderComponent) => renderComponent({"name":"ReadMore","props":"#-990207862","type":"c"}));
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
- Battery Backup
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- 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
- Yesfrom the listing text · 78%
Security
- Alarm Beams
- Yesfrom the listing text · 97%
- Armed Response
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Boomed Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Burglar Bars
- Yesfrom the listing text · 92%
- CCTV
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Electric Fence
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
- Guard 24h
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Security Estate
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
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
- 65 daysfrom our price history
- Gross rental yield
- 5.8%from 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
- Yesfrom our price history
Comfort
- Air Conditioning
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Double Glazing
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Fireplace
- Yesfrom the listing text · 96%
- High Ceilings
- Yesfrom the listing text · 99%
- Natural Light
- Brightfrom the listing text
- North Facing
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Quiet Street
- Yesfrom the listing text · 95%
- Underfloor Heating
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- View Type
- Gardenfrom the listing text · 97%
- Wind Protected
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Layout
- Flatlet
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Furnished
- Nofrom the listing text · 89%
- Home Office
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Lift Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Living Areas
- 1from the listing text · 98%
- Open Plan
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Penthouse
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Single Level
- Nofrom the listing text · 60%
- Staff Accommodation
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Walk In Closet
- Nofrom the listing text · 66%
- Wheelchair Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Outdoor
- Balcony
- Nofrom the listing text · 89%
- Boat Caravan Parking
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Borehole Irrigation
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Braai Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Covered Patio
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
- Established Trees
- Nofrom the listing text · 82%
- Garage Type
- Nonefrom the listing text
- Garden Size
- Courtyardfrom the listing text · 99%
- Pet Friendly
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Pool Type
- Nonefrom the listing text
Condition
- Needs Tlc
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Renovation Status
- Originalfrom the listing text · 90%
Architecture
- Architecture Style
- Cottagefrom the listing text · 82%
- Build Era
- Pre 1920from the listing text · 98%
- Double Storey
- Nofrom the listing text · 81%
- Original Features
- Yesfrom the listing text · 90%
- Thatched Roof
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
Tenure Rules
- Exclusive Use Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- 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 · 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 · 98%
Portal facts
- Roof
- Iron
- Floor
- Wooden Floors
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Erf Size
- 124 m²
- Kitchens
- 1
- Bathrooms
- 2
- Outbuilding
- Storeroom
- Backup Water
- Water Tank
- Listing Date
- 20 July 2026
- Pets Allowed
- Yes
- Listing Number
- 117428808
- Rates and Taxes
- R 1 255
- Reception Rooms
- 1
- Type of Property
- House