Location | Rondebosch

Rondebosch, lying at the foot of Table Mountain and between Rosebank and Newlands along the Southern Suburbs arterial route, is one of Cape Town’s older suburbs. It is also the seat of the University of Cape Town and has some of the country’s most reputable schools. Rondebosch has its own CBD, and Cape Town’s city centre, and Cape Town International Airport, are both only ten to fifteen minutes away.

Price Guide | Rondebosch Properties for sale

There is a vast range of properties in Rondebosch, from smaller, semi-detached cottages to the grander homes found in the Golden Mile area. A 7 bedroom villa can fetch about R7.25 m, while a 5 bedroom will be priced at about R7 m, and a 4 bedroom can fetch from R4 m to R5.5 m. A charmingly renovated 3 bedroom Victorian house will go for about R3 m. There are also many apartment blocks, and prices range from about R600,000 for a 1 bedroom to R2.1 m for a 3 bedroom.

Amenities | Rondebosch

Rondebosch has the tranquility of a well-established, leafy suburb, but it also embraces the energy of young students with their faster lifestyle. There are many amenities available to residents as the neighbouring suburbs are so close, as is the city centre.

• Day Spas (Reveal Beauty Bar and Boutique, Vitality Spa & Make up at the Rondebosch Manor)
• Zone Fitness Rondebosch (Aerobics studio, electronic cardio machines, resistance training, free weights area)
• Public swimming pool in Newlands
• Western Province Sports Centre and Cricket Grounds and Rugby Stadium, where local and international matches are held
• Sports Science Institute and Gym (with indoor running track, state of the art equipment and an indoor pool)
• Rondebosch Golf Course
• Two cinema complexes in Cavendish Square, Claremont

Surroundings | Rondebosch

When looking at Rondebosch properties for sale, it is good to know that there are other lovely areas surrounding it. Rhodes Memorial is a Historic site, built in memory of Cecil John Rhodes and his contributions to the shaping of the Western Cape.  Mostert’s Mill in Newlands is another historic construction that is open to the public to visit and see how millers used to make.

Shopping | Rondebosch

When looking to buy a home from amongst Rondebosch properties for sale, buyers will find ample shopping facilities. Rondebosch Shopping Centre offers shoppers over 30 different shops. Residents can also choose to go a bit further and visit the exclusive Cavendish Square shopping mall an estimated 2 km away in Claremont, the Kennilworth Centre, or the V&A Waterfront in Cape Town, the city’s primary upmarket shopping, restaurant and entertainment destination.

Schooling | Rondebosch

Rondebosch has some of the best schools, not only in the Western Cape, but in South Africa. Some of these fine academic institutions include the University of Cape Town – within easy reach of Rondebosch centre – Bishops Boys (Pre-primary, Primary and High schools), Rondebosch Boys School, Rustenburg Girls School, Oakhurst, Mickelfield , Westerford and St Georges.

Properties for sale | Rondebosch

For those seeking a lifestyle conducive to family living, in a leafy, well-established suburb that has beautiful homes and the finest academic institutions, Rondebosh might be most attractive.