Rondebosch Area Information

Rondebosch at a glance

A profile of Rondebosch property, with information on what makes Rondebosch real estate such an attractive proposition.

Rondebosch Property

Rondebosch property is among the most sought after in Cape Town's southern suburbs. If offers access to the best schools, and plenty of trees and green space - despite being just a 15-minute drive from central Cape Town.

Dating right back to the mid 1600s, Rondebosch is one of the oldest settlements in the Cape. It features gracious, spacious family homes and established gardens, as well as attractive apartments - many with magnificent views of Table Mountain.

Rondebosch Attractions

Rondebosch properties are located in close proximity to the following attractions:

Rondebosch Common, a protected 40 hectare expanse of undeveloped land right in the heart of Rondebosch, featuring several local fynbos species and popular for walking and jogging

the Baxter Theatre, which is the second-largest performing arts complex in Cape Town

Rhodes Memorial on the lower slopes of Devil's Peak, which offers easily accessible, but outstanding views and a well-known restaurant with outdoor seating

Various sports facilities, including tennis courts near UCT, the Western Province Cricket Club, the Rondebosch Golf Club and Rygersdal Football Club 

Rondebosch Facilities

Many families move to Rondebosch specifically because of the top schools in the area. As well as a range of pre-primary and primary schools, these include high schools with the top academic results in the province - Westerford High School, Rondebosch Boys, Rustenberg and the Diocesan College, popularly known as Bishops.

Rondebosch is also home to the main campus of the University of Cape Town (UCT), with its spectacular position on the slopes of Table Mountain.

Rondebosch properties are located close to the quaint Riverside shopping precinct, offering convenient access to bank branches and all the shops you're likely to need - including two supermarkets. 

Somehow though, even this area manages to retain the charm of a small historic town. Famous landmarks are the Victorian cast iron Rondebosch Fountain and, perched on a hill overlooking the shops, St. Paul's Church with its attractive amber-coloured stonework. The area is also known for its flower sellers.

Rondebosch has its own, well-stocked library. It also has a train station, and is well-served by buses and taxis.

Find out more about purchasing Rondebosch property by contacting a real partner at Jawitz Properties today.