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13 James Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, Western Cape
R 24 000 /mo
Deposit: R 48 000
Semi detached 3 bedroom house in charming James Road, Observatory. Garden, braai, side yard, parking for one (small to medium) car. Large kitchen, dining and living area. 2 large front bedrooms, one en suite and small bedroom or work from home study with loads of shelving (not pictured). Bedrooms have lots of storage space. Friendly neighbourhood, St James Coffee shop next door, play park for kids and dog park 2min walk. Riverlands Mall: Woolworths, Checkers, everything you need 10min walk or 5min drive. 6 or 12 month lease. Rental excludes water usage, electricity usage, internet. Includes rates and municipal services such as refuse removal, fixed electricity and water charges. Tenant is obliged to care for the garden and return it in the same condition is was handed over in.
Rent as % of your income
33.3%
Manageable but tight
deposit + 1st month + admin
rent + deposit + admin
advertised price
Estimate only — landlords typically look for rent at or below 33% of gross monthly income, but affordability also depends on your other debts and credit profile.
13 James Rd, Observatory, Cape Town, Western Cape
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Priced highPriced 140% above comparable 3-bed houses to rent in Observatory
Based on 11 comparable listings
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