Gardens
Central, leafy neighbourhood at the foot of Table Mountain.
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Digimad score
7.4
Good
Best for Central + Mountain access
About
Gardens sits at the foot of Table Mountain near the Company's Garden, with leafy streets, cafés, restaurants and easy access to the city centre and hiking trails. It is central and practical, with a mix of older houses and apartments.
Gardens at a glance
Internet
Fibre is widely available and coworking spaces are plentiful. Have a backup in case of power cuts.
Monthly budget
$1,900/mo comfortable, $1,250 lean
Best months
Mar, Apr, May, Sep
Community
High nomad density, fair English
Key points
Hiking trails on Table Mountain nearby
Cafés and restaurants on Kloof Street
Close to the city centre
Suits you if
Central, leafy and practical
You want to hike before work and be close to the centre
Neighbourhood character
Cost of living
USD
Lean
$1,250/mo
Shared housing, local food
Comfortable
$1,900/mo
Private one-bed, coworking
Premium
$3,150/mo
Central, frequent dining
Local currency
ZAR
Rents are moderate to high. Check security and backup power.
Internet & connectivity
Fixed line
Not verified
Mobile
Not verified
eSIM
Supported
Reliability
GoodPublic Wi-Fi
FairPower stability
GoodFibre is widely available and coworking spaces are plentiful. Have a backup in case of power cuts.
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Nomad community
Nomad density
HighEnglish
FairMeeting people
A large community with coworking events, hikes and social meetups.
Very international, with English widely spoken.
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Safety
Emergency 112 (mobile)
At night
FairSolo female
FairPetty crime
FairCommon scams
ATM scams, phone snatching and fake rentals
Avoid walking alone at night, hike in groups and keep valuables hidden.
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Healthcare
Pharmacies
GoodPublic system
Public hospitals are overstretched, so most expats use private care.
Private care
Private hospitals offer world-class care.
Insurance
Choose comprehensive private medical insurance.
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Getting around
Walkability
GoodPublic transport
FairAirports
- CPTCape Town International
Uber is widely used and the MyCiTi bus covers some areas. The airport is around 20 minutes away.
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Climate & seasons
Mediterranean
Warm, dry summers with strong south-east winds, and cool, wet winters.
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Watch out for
Some streets feel quiet at night