by Sue & Lara
Well-established and trusted agents of choice,Sue Rosenberg & Laura Alan
We specialise in the specific area of St Jam es,Kalk Bay and Clovelly,with a com bined industry experience of over 37 years.Passionate about the local m arket,we provide expert advice and personalised service to achieve the best outcom es for our clients
St Jam es is an established,affluent coastal suburb within the City of Cape Town, characterised by a predom inantly freehold housing stock,with freehold properties accounting for approxim ately 80%of hom es and sectional title properties m aking up around 20%.The area attracts high-incom e households,with an average household incom e exceeding R210,000 and a predom inant LSM 10 dem ographic profile Ownership tenure is relatively stable,with 58%of existing owners having held their properties for m ore than 11years,indicating long-term residency and lim ited turnover,although recent seller data shows a notable portion of properties held for less than five years,suggesting som e recent m arket activity.
Over the last 12 m onths,17 property transfers were recorded with a total transaction value of approxim ately R137.3 m illion and an average sale price of about R8.1m illion, while the m ost recent three-m onth period recorded four transfers at an average price of roughly R11.1m illion,reflecting dem and for prem ium hom es.The suburb?s m edian freehold valuation is approxim ately R9.35 m illion,positioning St Jam es am ong the higher-value residential suburbs nationally and within the Western Cape,and reinforcing its status as a sought-after coastal m arket with lim ited stock and strong price resilience.
Kalk Bay is a well-established coastal suburb within the City of Cape Town, characterised by a relatively balanced m ix of freehold and sectional title properties, with freehold hom es representing approxim ately 55%of the housing stock and sectional title units accounting for around 45%.The suburb attracts a predom inantly high LSM 10 dem ographic,with a broad incom e range and a larger adult population base of approxim ately 881residents Ownership patterns indicate stability,with 53%of existing owners having held their properties for m ore than 11 years,although recent seller data shows a m ore active turnover,with around 30%of recent sellers having owned their properties for less than five years.
Over the last 12 m onths,27 property transfers were recorded,with a total transaction value of roughly R263.6 m illion and an average sale price of about R9.76 m illion,while the m ost recent three-m onth period saw two transfers at an average price of approxim ately R5.94 m illion.The m edian freehold property valuation is approxim ately R6.95 m illion,positioning Kalk Bay as a prem ium coastal m arket within the Western Cape,with strong dem and for both lifestyle hom es and sectional title properties,and a m arket profile supported by lim ited stock, high-incom e buyers,and sustained transaction activity.
Clovelly is a predom inantly freehold residential suburb within the City of Cape Town,with freehold hom es accounting for approxim ately 99%of the housing stock and m inim al sectional title developm ent.The area attracts high-incom e households,with an average household incom e range of approxim ately R175,000 to R210,000 and a predom inant LSM 10 dem ographic profile,reflecting an established and affluent m arket Ownership tenure is relatively stable,with 53%of existing owners having held their properties for m ore than 11years,indicating long-term residency and lim ited turnover,although recent seller data shows a balanced distribution across ownership periods,including 35%of recent sellers having owned their hom es for less than five years.
Over the last 12 m onths,17 property transfers were recorded with a total transaction value of roughly R80.85 m illion and an average sale price of about R4.76 m illion, while the m ost recent three-m onth period recorded four transfers at an average price of approxim ately R4.01m illion.The suburb?s m edian freehold valuation is around R4.35 m illion,positioning Clovelly as a m id- to upper-tier residential m arket within the broader Fish Hoek area,with consistent dem and for freehold hom es supported by stable ownership patterns and ongoing transaction activity
This entertainm ent com plex is hom e to the popular Kalk Bay Theatre Perched right on the waterfront,it is a local favourite fresh seafood & live m usic
One of Cape Town's top tidal pools,this serene water spot invites swim m ers to enjoy calm ,clear waters surrounded by sweeping ocean views of False Bay and beyond
This beloved Kalk Bay neighbourhood staple has been around since the '80s This cafe is reowned for its fresh,rustic dishes and cosy charm
With its colourful fishing boats,playful seals ad fresh seafood straight from the local fisherm en,the harbour is the heart of this seaside village
Nestled on the bustling m ain road,this open-air cafe offers fine dining paired with Kalk Bay's signature coastal charm .
Sm all plate style restaurant bringing global flavors together,glass front with an outstanding view of kalk bay harbour.
Nestled am id the old-world charm of Kalk Bay?s working harbour,Live Bait enjoys a truly iconic setting Perched on the breakwater,the restaurant offers sweeping views of False Bay and the m ountains on one side,and the vibrant,bustling harbour on the other
Nestled am id the old-world charm of Kalk Bay?s working harbour,Live Bait enjoys a truly iconic setting Perched on the breakwater,the restaurant offers sweeping views of False Bay and the m ountains on one side,and the vibrant,bustling harbour on the other
Swim in the iconic colourful safe tidal pool for cold-water dips,sunrise swim s and coastal photography
A wonderful exam ple of restored wetlands in an urban setting,which is a haven for various form s of wildlife, m ost notably birds Enjoy a nice walk am ongst this natural ecosystem ,and for birders,this walk is even sweeter.Easy enough for beginners and kids,well m arked and fun.Don't forget to bring your binoculars.
A com pact par-72 course offering a challenging blend of engaging holes and elevated greens, com plem ented by stunning views of the Silverm ine River and surrounding lakes Natural water features and rich indigenous plant and anim al life - especially the diverse trees bordering the fairways - add to its distinctive character
Seasonal craft m arkets and pop-up stalls along the Main Road.Local food and artisan m arkets in nearby Muizenberg,Fish Hoek,and Constantia.Com m unity festivals and neighbourhood gatherings during sum m er
Valentine?s Beach Dining & Events 14 February 2026 ? Coastal restaurants in Kalk Bay, Muizenberg,St Jam es
Seasonal Surf Com petitions Muizenberg & False Bay surf events
Whale Watching Season
May - Novem ber 2026:Excellent land-based viewing from Kalk Bay & Clovelly
Winter Jazz Sessions June - August 2026 ? Live jazz nights at Kalk Bay venues
Outdoor Fitness & Yoga Festivals October 2026 ? Beach yoga and wellness pop-ups
Note: As event schedules m ay change,we recom m end consulting local event listings or reaching out to local tourism offices closer to your visit,particularly for m arkets,live perform ances,and com m unity festivals
St Jam es - R5.95 m illion
3 BEDROOMS| 2 BATHROOMS | 1PARKINGS
REF #FH1689924
Step into a tim eless blend of elegance and coastal charm with this beautifully appointed 3 bedroom ,2 bathroom apartm ent,set in one of St Jam es' m ost iconic heritage buildings High ceilings and wooden floors speak to the grandeur of a bygone era.This character-filled hom e is perfect for those who appreciate unique architecture and the tranquility of seaside living.
Perfectly positioned on False Bay's iconic coastline,with spectacular ocean and m ountain vistas stretching across the shoreline to Cape Hangklip,lies Sandown,built in 1897,now restored and thoughtfully reim agined,with high ceilings,wooden floors and doorfram es, generous interior spaces,secluded courtyard areas and a wide verandah open to the m ountains,sea and sky.
5 BEDROOMS| 2 BATHROOMS | 1PARKING | 1GARAGE
With spectacular views across all of False Bay and its encircling m ountain ranges,this five-bedroom , two-bathroom hom e has separate entrances to both the upper and lower levels,perfectly lending itself to dual living or could provide the perfect hom e for a growing fam ily needing abundant living space and access to the outdoors
Perfectly positioned and surrounded by an extensive and largely indigenous terraced garden bordering Table Mountain National Park alongside the Trappieskop hiking trail,Silverstream ,a landm ark Clovelly hom e,with its origins dating back to 1939,is one of the first hom es to have been built in this tranquil suburb and offers panoram ic views across the Clovelly golf course,the Silverm ine River wetland and stretching along the valley below to Chapm ans Peak and Noordhoek
4 BEDROOMS | 4 5 BATHROOMS| 4 GARAGE | REF #FH1695201
3 BEDROOMS | 4 BATHROOM | 2 GARAGES | REF #FH1683556
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LAND ERF 595 M² | REF #FH1687050
