25 Mar, 2026

New luxury development coming to Cape Town

New luxury development coming to Cape Town

A new 35-unit luxury apartment and penthouse development, Cantabella, is launching in Cape Town’s Gardens, offering premium amenities, and strong investment returns, with prices starting from R1.99 million.

This project is being done by Tricolt, a luxury property development company. Tricolt is behind several high-end developments, such as the Houghtan Hotel, the Eye of Africa Gold Estate, and Stone Quarter.

Notable recent developments include Olympus Sandton and One Rosebank, luxury apartment buildings in key city nodes.

The group has a track record of more than 5,000 residences delivered, representing over R16 billion in value, and with R5 billion currently under construction. “Tricolt stands at the forefront of South Africa’s luxury real estate market,” the group said.

“From iconic addresses to masterfully crafted interiors and premium lifestyle amenities, every Tricolt development is designed to embody timeless elegance, comfort, and lasting value, raising the benchmark for modern luxury living.”

While most of Tricolt’s development have been located in Johannesburg, Cantabella marks a shift as its first project in the Western Cape.

“The Western Cape marks an exciting new chapter in Tricolt’s journey. For our discerning clients, many of them repeat investors and homeowners, Cape Town has long been a natural destination for Tricolt.”

Cape Town offers notable opportunities for property investors, with semigrants, wealthy foreigners and digital nomads flocking to the city. At the same time, limited housing supply has caused prices to surge.

 

 

Property agents have also been reporting record sales numbers, even during traditionally quieter winter months.

According to Ross Levin, licensee for Seeff Atlantic Seaboard, luxury downsizing has seen buyers and investors flocking to high-demand areas such as Cape Town’s Atlantic Seaboard.

As a result, the number of apartments sold for over R20 million rose 30% in 2025. In 2025, 22 apartments priced over R20 million have sold, compared to just 17 units during the same time in 2024.

 

 

Cantabella Cape Town

 

 

Located in the heart of Cape Town’s CBD, Cantabella comprises 35 luxury apartments and penthouses. Highlights include:

  • Open-plan layouts that maximise natural light, optimise space, and create a seamless flow.
  • Premium finishes and crafted detailing.
  • Uninterrupted panoramic views of Table Mountain and the city skyline.
  • Exclusive lifestyle amenities, including a rooftop infinity pool, private lounge, and dedicated residents’ concierge service.
  • Rooftop terrace and swimming pool
  • A restaurant
  • Concierge services

Sales open September 2025, with prices starting from R 1.99 million. Tricolt’s Cape Town offerings promise competitive financial returns and flexible ownership options:

For cash purchases, a 10% deposit is payable within three days after receiving the accepted OTP from the seller, followed by a further 20% within 21 days of the accepted OTP. The balance is due 90 days before occupation.

For bond finance, a 10% deposit is payable within three days after receiving the accepted OTP from the seller.

The balance will be funded by the approved bond, which must be approved within 21 days of the accepted OTP. Any shortfall in the bond amount must be paid within three days after the bond is granted.

 

 

Tricolt projects the following returns for each type of unit:

One bed deluxe 
Property PriceR3.05 million
Monthly RentR30,000
Estimated Monthly LeviesR2,608
Estimated Monthly RatesR1,819
Bond AmountR2.75 million
Interest Rate (%)10.5
Annual RentR360,200
Annual Costs (Levies + Rates)R53,124
Gross Yield (%)11.80
One bed 
Property PriceR2.15 million
Monthly RentR24,500
Estimated Monthly LeviesR1,623
Estimated Monthly RatesR1,282
Bond AmountR1.94 million
Interest Rate (%)10.5
Annual RentR294,000
Annual Costs (Levies + Rates)R34,860
Gross Yield (%)13.67
Two bed 
Property PriceR4.65 million
Monthly RentR54,000
Estimated Monthly LeviesR3,828
Estimated Monthly RatesR2,803
Bond AmountR4.19 million
Interest Rate (%)10.5
Annual RentR648,000
Annual Costs (Levies + Rates)R79,572
Gross Yield (%)13.94

 

Prospective buyers can attend an exclusive preview event for Cantabella on Tuesday, 16 September, at the Nedbank Clocktower Offices, V&A Waterfront. Here, they will have the first opportunity to secure one of just 35 limited-edition apartments.

Those unable to attend in person can secure a unit via proxy. This allows Tricolt to sign on the buyer’s behalf on the day, subject to a deposit and a signed proxy form.

 

 

 

Cantabella Cape Town

 


Issued on Daily Investor by Kirsten Minnaar | https://dailyinvestor.com/property/100981/new-luxury-development-coming-to-cape-town/