Name: Video Tour: 91 m² Retail space at 243 Bree Street, Gardens
Uploaded: 2026-08-14T19:46:34.651Z

Co-Founder | Senior Property Practitioner

Matthew Miller

243 Bree Street features prime exposure and foot traffic, ideal for cafés and retail businesses. 243 Bree Street is a commercial property on Bree Street with high visibility, ample foot traffic, and a prime corner location. Situated at the intersection of Bree and Buitensingel Streets, this property is well-positioned for retail businesses seeking exposure in the bustling Cape Town CBD area. You will notice the significant foot traffic surrounding 243 Bree Street, making it an attractive choice for cafés, restaurants, and retail shops. The building has hosted various tenants over the years, including Crust Cafe, which highlights the potential for food and beverage operations. With large windows for displays, visibility from the street is excellent, allowing businesses to showcase their offerings effectively. Accessibility is a strong point for this location. The MyCiTi bus stops are within a short walking distance, and major transport routes are easily accessible, facilitating customer visits. While there is no dedicated parking on-site, the area typically offers street parking and nearby public transport options for customers. Signage opportunities are available, ensuring that businesses can effectively promote themselves to passersby. The Gardens node is characterized by a mix of retail and commercial spaces, drawing a diverse customer base from surrounding areas. Compared to other retail zones in Cape Town, the combination of high visibility and pedestrian access here makes it particularly appealing for businesses looking to thrive in a vibrant environment. Ideal for food outlets and specialty retailers, the combination of foot traffic and the presence of established businesses in the area creates a supportive trading environment for tenants at 243 Bree Street.

Exceptional Visibility. Prime Bree Street Position for this stunning retail shop to let.

Position your brand in one of Cape Town’s most sought-after lifestyle and retail precincts with this exceptional showroom opportunity at 243 Bree Street, prominently positioned on the corner of Bree Street and Buitensingel.

Previously occupied by Tuft Crowd, this 91sqm upper-ground-floor space offers an ideal setting for a premium retailer, showroom, gallery, design studio, lifestyle brand or experiential concept looking for both a strong physical presence and outstanding brand exposure.

The property’s prominent corner position provides excellent visibility to passing vehicles and pedestrians, with the building offering significant signage, advertising and branding potential. For the right business, this creates an opportunity to turn the premises itself into a highly visible extension of the brand.

Bree Street has established itself as one of Cape Town’s most vibrant destinations, home to a curated mix of leading restaurants, cafés, bars, galleries, design stores, hotels and lifestyle businesses. The area attracts a diverse audience of locals, tourists, professionals and destination shoppers throughout the week.

There is also the potential to rent an additional ±24sqm patio area directly on Bree Street from the City of Cape Town, subject to Council approval and availability, offering further potential for businesses that would benefit from an outdoor component.

Property Details

91sqm upper-ground-floor retail/showroom space
Prime corner position at Bree Street and Buitensingel
Previously occupied by Tuft Crowd
Exceptional street visibility and exposure
Excellent building signage and branding potential
Direct presence onto Bree Street
Ideal for retail, showroom, gallery, design, lifestyle or experiential concepts
Optional ±24sqm Bree Street patio area, subject to Council approval
Available: 1 October 2026, with earlier occupation potentially negotiable
Rental: R39,900 per month excluding VAT
One month beneficial occupation
3-5 year lease term
8% annual escalation
Rates estimated at approximately R4,000 per month for the tenant’s account
Electricity separately metered and charged according to consumption
Water, sewerage, rates, taxes, CID levies and refuse charges payable pro rata

A Standout Address for the Right Brand

Opportunities combining this level of visibility, signage potential and positioning on Bree Street are increasingly difficult to secure.

For a business looking for more than simply a retail space, and wanting an address that contributes meaningfully to its presence and identity, 243 Bree Street offers an exceptional platform in the heart of Cape Town.

Contact me directly to arrange a viewing or to discuss the opportunity further.

Ground Floor

Unlock your brand's potential at 243 Bree Street, the heartbeat of Cape Town’s most vibrant commercial corridor. Join us for an exclusive walkthrough of this stunning 91m² A-Grade retail unit, perfectly positioned to capture the high-energy flow of the city centre.

In this video, we explore the interior layout and the exceptional street-level exposure that makes this address a must-see for forward-thinking business owners. Whether you are looking to launch a high-end coffee shop, a boutique gallery, or a premium retail brand, this space offers the blank canvas you have been searching for.

Key Highlights of this Premises:
• A-Grade retail environment with modern finishes.
• Excellent glass-frontage ideal for captivating window displays.
• High-traffic location at a bustling Bree Street intersection.
• Proximity to popular local hubs and essential transport links.
• Efficient floor plate suited for bespoke retail fit-outs.

Why Gardens, Cape Town?
Gardens represents the perfect blend of historical charm and modern commerce. By establishing your business at 243 Bree Street, you are positioning yourself within a thriving ecosystem of restaurants, creative studios, and professional offices. The accessibility via MyCiTi routes ensures that your customer base is always within reach, while the trendy atmosphere of the precinct keeps footfall consistent throughout the week.

If you have been looking for an A-Grade commercial property to rent in Cape Town, this listing offers the perfect balance of size, prestige, and location.

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