The best places to live in Cape Town
Category Property Advice
Cape Town welcomes property buyers from all around South Africa, as well as foreign investors looking to make the Mother City their residence. Cape Town is the country's oldest metropolitan region, and it has been influenced by a wide spectrum of cultures over the course of hundreds of years. The city is well-known for its bustling port as well as monuments like Table Mountain and Cape Point.
For many people, living in Cape Town is a dream come true. Anyone would want to buy a piece of this city because of the beaches, adventurous activities, fantastic restaurants, and, of course, the amazing array of wine accessible. But where would you live if you had a choice of so many beautiful places to reside?
Let's explore the best places to live in Cape Town:
- Atlantic seaboard
Some of Cape Town's most popular neighbourhoods are located along the Atlantic Seaboard, including Camps Bay, Bantry Bay, Clifton, Sea Point, and Green Point. These areas are popular among the rich, who love living near the beautiful beaches and soaking in the breathtaking vistas. It's near to the Victoria and Alfred Waterfront which has great shopping, restaurants, and bars overlooking the Atlantic. The most affluent and costly areas are Camps Bay and Clifton, whereas Sea Point is more densely inhabited and home to many retirees.
- City Bowl
The City Bowl is located at the foot of Table Mountain and combines spectacular mountain panoramas with convenient access to Cape Town's central city. It consists of the CBD as well as diverse residential areas such as Oranjezicht, Vredehoek, Gardens, and Woodstock.
Although the City Bowl is the busiest part of Cape Town, it also has a lot of natural beauty. Gardens, Vredehoek, and Woodstock are popular with creatives and young professionals who enjoy the city's fashionable pubs, nightclubs, and art galleries. For those who appreciate the great outdoors, there are several mountain climbs and woodland treks to choose from.
- Hout Bay and the Peninsular
Hout Bay is a seaside town with wonderful seafood restaurants, a bustling weekend market, bars with live music, and water activities such as stand up paddling, canoeing, and surfing. The place is located in the southwest, among the lovely shoreline landscape, great hiking routes, and breathtaking landscapes. If you're searching for a place with a strong feeling of community, Hout Bay is the place to be.
Hout Bay is on the blue route of the City Sightseeing bus, which takes you along the picturesque Chapman's Peak Drive. Noordhoek is located at the end of Chapman's Peak Drive and offers a diverse range of properties. Many of the homeowners here own horses, so if you like horses, you'd fit right in. Further down the peninsular are charming little villages such as Imhoff's Gift, Kommetjie, Misty Cliffs, and Scarborough, each with its own distinct character.
- West Coast
While the West Coast lifestyle is quieter than that of the Atlantic shoreline, it is a water sports hotspot as well as a wonderful location for affordable family-friendly residences. Bloubergstrand, Milnerton, and Tableview are all nearby, with the beaches being the finest in the city for surfing.
Milnerton Lagoon, Woodbridge Island, and Rietvlei Nature Reserve are among the top nature locations in Cape Town.
- Northern suburbs
If you enjoy wine and want to be close to the region's greatest wineries, the Northern suburbs should be on your radar. Because they are adjacent to the mountains, Durbanville, Bellville, and Parow have a beautiful natural scenery. Many families, as well as retirees who choose to live away from the bustling city areas, live here. Tygerberg Nature Reserve and Uitkamp Wetlands are two of the area's most beautiful outdoor hikes and nature reserves.
The northern area is home to the headquarters of a number of major South African corporations. The Foschini Group, Pepkor, and Shoprite are among them.
- Southern suburbs
Constantia and Bishopscourt are well-known for their wineries, fine dining, and top-rated schools. There are large complexes for shopping, eating, and entertainment, such as the Blue Route Mall in Tokai and the luxurious Constantia Village. This area is identified as being the more affluent of the Cape Town Metropolis' sections and includes some of the city's most expensive residential neighbourhoods boasting stunning views of Table Mountain.
- False Bay
False Bay lies between the mountainous Cape Peninsula and the Hottentots Holland Mountains in the extreme southwest of South Africa. It is home to South Africa's largest naval base at Simon's Town, and small fishing harbours at Kalk Bay and Gordon's Bay. These charming historical towns are tranquil neighbourhoods with delightful properties to offer first-time buyers, retirees, and surfers.
Muizenberg is a popular destination for surfers and water sports lovers. Fish Hoek, on the other hand, has drawn many people who have decided to retire in South Africa.
Are you looking for the best place to live in Cape Town? Get in touch with Knight Frank today. Our property practitioners will help you find the perfect property to call home.
Author: Knight Frank
