Kenilworth Area Information

Kenilworth at a glance

A profile of Kenilworth property from a buyer's perspective, with information on facilities and where to buy in Kenilworth.

Kenilworth Property

The leafy suburb of Kenilworth lies in the heart of Cape Town's genteel Southern Suburbs. The area is popular amongst middle-income families in Cape Town, offering a selection of large comfortable apartments in quiet, well-maintained apartment complexes, as well as homes with medium sized stands and established gardens.

Kenilworth is one of the older suburbs in Cape Town and is home to the famous Kenilworth Racecourse, the oldest racecourse in South Africa. The area features a laid-back commercial centre and offers easy access to both the Cape Town city centre and popular weekend destinations like the False Bay coastline.

Kenilworth Attractions

Kenilworth properties enjoy easy access to some of the Southern Suburbs most popular attractions. These include:

Kenilworth Racecourse, which hosts the annual J&B Met - one of South Africa's most prestigious thoroughbred horseraces
Kirstenbosch Gardens, which borders on the Newlands Forest on the Southern flanks of Table Mountain
The Newlands sports complex, which is home to the Newlands Rugby and Cricket stadiums, which routinely host games featuring top provincial and international sport teams

Kenilworth Facilities

Kenilworth residents are serviced by a small retail centre on Main Road and Kenilworth Centre shopping mall, and are also located a short drive from the impressive Cavendish Square complex. A number of private hospitals and clinics are located in the suburb, and families have access to several quality schools, including Cedar House, Michael Oak Waldorf School and Greenfield Girls Primary School.

Kenilworth property owners also have access to the Kenilworth Train Station, which in on a line between Cape Town and False Bay. This allows residents to avoid car traffic into town on the Cape Metro, or take leisurely weekend train rides out to the False Bay coast.

Why Buy in Kenilworth?

Kenilworth properties are good investment opportunities, as landlords can look forward to stable income from middle-class tenants. The area is also a great destination for first time buyers, as the old, large apartments available in many of the complexes in the area are suitable for small families and those looking for a quiet refuge from the bustle of central Cape Town.

Find out more about purchasing Kenilworth property by contacting a real partner at Jawitz Properties Southern Suburbs today!