Woodstock Property - Houses
Just southeast of Cape Town's City Bowl, Woodstock property is growing in popularity for those looking to stay close to the city and get great value for money. Once a village called Papendorp, is Cape Town's oldest suburbs. Lying on the slopes of Devil's peak and down to the docks of Table Bay, the Woodstock area is generally known to include Woodstock, Walmer Estate, University Estate, and Salt River. Each of these neighbourhoods differ in character, offering something for every buyer.
Long dubbed 'up and coming', the whole area is now rapidly on the rise! Officially one of Cape Town's City Improvement Districts, businesses have been contributing special rates and together with resources from the City of Cape Town, a fantastic transformation initiative has been implemented. From street cleaning and the grooming of the many parks, to police patrols and a crackdown on crime, things are looking and feeling wonderful. Many have invested heavily in Woodstock real estate in commercial, residential, and mixed use developments in the last few years. This has boosted owner pride, and buyer confidence, and people are clamouring to enjoy the convenient location while it is still so affordable when compared to the city centre and its nearest suburbs.
Between Sir Lowry Road (which becomes Victoria Road) and the harbour, Woodstock and Salt River offers both small character cottages and Victorian semidetached homes - perfect for first time buyers, couples and starter families looking for homes for sale in Woodstock. These Cape Town real estate areas are in closest proximity to commercial properties, some very light industrial properties, and public transportation hubs, meaning that they are abuzz with activity and foot traffic and thus represent the most affordable parts of Woodstock. Many see this as a fantastic investment area as the Central Business District ('City Centre') is spreading into this area more and more by the day. Old and new office blocks are now home to big ad-agencies, financial firms and corporate headquarters. Some great new residential apartment blocks have been built here as well and offer secure apartment living with great value and convenience.
From Victoria Road up to the N2/Eastern Boulevard you will find semidetached and freestanding Victorian cottages. More removed from the hustle and bustle of Victoria Road, this neighbourhood offers all of the convenience, all of the charm and history, in a quieter setting and often with mountain or harbour views. For these reasons 'Upper Woodstock' has been in higher demand and is thus the most visibly transformed residential area in recent years. Nearly every single home seems to have been refreshed and groomed and the residents are truly a cosmopolitan blend of people. Famous and trendy Roodebloem Road is a main artery through Upper Woodstock, passing under Eastern Boulevard, up the mountain, connecting Upper Woodstock, Walmer Estate and University Estates. Roodebloem Road is mixed-use with residential homes alongside great conveniences such as corner shops, casual eateries, bars, and even some fine dining.
Walmer Estate and University Estate offer some semidetached homes, and many more free standing homes with larger plots and fantastic views. These neighbourhoods offer mountainside living and convenient lifestyles ranging from comfortable to luxury!
Woodstock real estate is positioned at the true centre of the Greater Cape Town Metropole making it a particularly convenient location for those commuting to any suburb in any direction. The N1, N2, and M3 motorways can all be accessed within a kilometre or two. The CBD, Hospitals, Colleges, and University are all within a 5 minute drive.
Take a good look! Woodstock is Good-stock!
Your Leapfrog Area Specialist, Rayan Slim, is also a Woodstock resident and a proud promoter of the area. Contact Rayan for information on available Woodstock property, or to discuss the marketing of your home.
- Residential Sale Property Ranging from R520,000 to R1,200,000
