2 Bedroom Apartment / flat for sale in Observatory
17 Willow Road, Observatory, Cape Town
2 bed · 1 bath · 69 m² floor
Description
Exclusive Sole Mandate | Top Floor Apartment Pre-Approval Required for Viewings (We offer a quick and convenient in-house pre-approval service.) An exceptional opportunity for investors and first-time buyers alike. This beautifully renovated top-floor apartment in the sought-after Leeuwenhof complex offers modern finishes, timeless character, and immediate rental income potential. Upon entering, you are welcomed into a stylish open-plan kitchen featuring ample built-in cabinetry, a central island with seating for two to three people, a built-in hob, oven and extractor fan, a double sink, and plumbing for one appliance. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a bright and inviting living area. The apartment's beautifully maintained parquet flooring adds warmth and character throughout, perfectly complementing the modern renovations. One of the standout... Exclusive Sole Mandate | Top Floor Apartment Pre-Approval Required for Viewings (We offer a quick and convenient in-house pre-approval service.) An exceptional opportunity for investors and first-time buyers alike. This beautifully renovated top-floor apartment in the sought-after Leeuwenhof complex offers modern finishes, timeless character, and immediate rental income potential. Upon entering, you are welcomed into a stylish open-plan kitchen featuring ample built-in cabinetry, a central island with seating for two to three people, a built-in hob, oven and extractor fan, a double sink, and plumbing for one appliance. The kitchen flows seamlessly into a bright and inviting living area. The apartment's beautifully maintained parquet flooring adds warmth and character throughout, perfectly complementing the modern renovations. One of the standout features of Leeuwenhof is its exclusivity. With only 12 apartments in the block, residents enjoy a quieter, more private living environment, while apartments in this well-maintained building seldom come onto the market. A significant value-add to this apartment is that all original windows have already been replaced with modern aluminum windows, offering improved aesthetics, enhanced durability, and low-maintenance living. The spacious main bedroom boasts floor-to-ceiling built-in cupboards and parquet flooring. The second bedroom, currently configured as a nursery, also offers generous built-in cupboards and parquet flooring. The contemporary bathroom is fitted with a bath, separate freestanding shower, basin, and toilet. A sunny private balcony provides the perfect space to relax and unwind, while a dedicated parking bay adds convenience and security. Apartments in this well-maintained building rarely become available, making this a unique opportunity not to be missed. Property Features: 2 Spacious Bedrooms 1 Modern Bathroom 69 m2 Renovated Open-Plan Kitchen and Living Area Sunny Private Balcony 1 Dedicated Parking Bay Top Floor Position / 2nd Floor / Staircase All Windows Replaced with Low-Maintenance Aluminum Frames Prepaid Electricity Excellent Investment Opportunity Pet Friendly (Cat/s only, are permitted upon application and approval by the Body Corporate Trustees) Investment Opportunity: The property is currently tenanted at R14 500 per month, providing immediate rental income. The existing lease expires on 30 November 2026, making this an attractive option for investors seeking a turnkey investment. Monthly Costs: Levies: R 2 284.00 PM Currently Property Rates: R445.00 PM Approximately Electricity HU Service & Wires Charge: R390.87 PM Approximately Improvement District Recovery & City Wide Clearing: R155.25 PM Approximately Viewings are strictly by appointment for pre-approved buyers. The agent/agency reserves the right to request proof of funding or pre-qualification prior to confirming a viewing. Errors and omissions excepted. Read full description + window.loader.addCallback((renderComponent) => renderComponent({"name":"ReadMore","props":"#1174867171","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
- Backup Power Level
- Nonefrom the listing text · 93%
- Battery Backup
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Borehole
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Gas Hob
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- 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 · 86%
- Burglar Bars
- Yesfrom the listing text · 96%
- CCTV
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Electric Fence
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Guard 24h
- Nofrom the listing text · 94%
Location
- Shops and cafés within 500 m
- 1from open data
- Exposed to coastal wind
- Nofrom open data
- Estimated commute to CBD
- 11 minfrom open data
- Crime trend
- Stablefrom open data
- Distance to the sea
- 3.4 kmfrom open data
- Nearest highway
- 222 mfrom open data
- Nearest hospital or clinic
- 541 mfrom open data
- Nearest primary school
- 372 mfrom open data
- Nearest school
- 372 mfrom open data
- Nearest high school
- 557 mfrom open data
- Nearest station or stop
- 524 mfrom open data
- Independent schools within 5 km
- 33from open data
- Load-shedding block
- 15from open data
- SAPS precinct risk
- Highfrom open data
- Schools within 3 km
- 38from open data
- Under the flight path
- Nofrom open data
- Walkability
- Car Dependentfrom open data
Market
- Days on market
- 97 daysfrom our price history
- Gross rental yield
- 12.9%from our price history
- Price change since listed
- 0.0%from our price history
- Price per m²
- R 24 565from our price history
- Times relisted
- 0from our price history
- Vs suburb median
- 0.69×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
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- High Ceilings
- Nofrom the listing text · 91%
- Natural Light
- Brightfrom the listing text
- North Facing
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Quiet Street
- Yesfrom the listing text · 71%
- 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 · 97%
- Furnished
- Nofrom the listing text · 89%
- Home Office
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Lift Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Living Areas
- 1from the listing text · 96%
- Open Plan
- Yesfrom the listing text · 99%
- Penthouse
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Scullery
- Nofrom the listing text · 95%
- Staff Accommodation
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- Walk In Closet
- Nofrom the listing text · 93%
- Wheelchair Access
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
Outdoor
- Balcony
- Yesfrom the listing text · 99%
- Boat Caravan Parking
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Borehole Irrigation
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Braai Area
- Nofrom the listing text · 97%
- 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 · 96%
- Pet Friendly
- Yesfrom the listing text · 98%
- Pool Type
- Nonefrom the listing text
Condition
- Needs Tlc
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Renovation Status
- Recently Renovatedfrom the listing text
Architecture
- Double Storey
- Yesfrom the listing text · 91%
- Original Features
- Nofrom the listing text · 78%
- Thatched Roof
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
Tenure Rules
- Exclusive Use Area
- Yesfrom the listing text · 61%
- No transfer duty
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Retirement Scheme
- Nofrom the listing text · 98%
- Short Let Allowed
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Special Levy Mentioned
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- Tenure
- Sectional Titlefrom the listing text
- Utilities Included
- Nofrom the listing text · 92%
Connectivity
- Fibre
- Yesfrom the listing text · 95%
Commercial
- Auction
- Nofrom the listing text · 99%
- Bank Assisted
- Nofrom the listing text · 96%
- 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 · 95%
Portal facts
- Age
- 41
- Other
- Balcony
- Levies
- R 2 284
- Lounge
- Parquet Floors, Curtain Rails, Open Plan
- Kitchen
- Breakfast Nook, Open Plan, Stove, Extractor Fan, Washing Machine Connection, Tiled Floors, Blinds, Open Plan, Built-in Cupboards, Hob
- Parking
- Single
- Bathroom
- Tiled Floors, Full, Basin, Bath, Shower, Toilet
- Bedrooms
- 2
- Security
- Security Gate
- Bedroom 1
- Parquet Floors, Curtain Rails, Built-in Cupboards, Double Bedroom
- Bedroom 2
- Parquet Floors, Curtain Rails, Double Bedroom
- Lifestyle
- Complex
- Floor Size
- 69 m²
- Description
- Second floor and above
- Listing Date
- 18 June 2026
- Pets Allowed
- Yes
- Price per m²
- R 24 565
- Listing Number
- 117332132
- Street Address
- 17 Willow Road, Observatory
- Internet Access
- Fibre
- Rates and Taxes
- R 990
- Number of floors
- 2
- Type of Property
- Apartment / Flat
- Standalone Building
- Yes