Waverley Business Park - Commercial Space to Let or for Sale in Observatory
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Waverley Business Park
497m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
497m² fitted office space to rent in Waverley Business Park, Observatory, suited to support teams, administrative operations or growing businesses needing…
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Waverley Business Park
477m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
477m² office to rent in Waverley Business Park, Observatory, ideal for creative and tech teams needing a central, connected workspace near Cape Town CBD. We’re…
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Waverley Business Park
65m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
65m² office to rent at Waverley Business Park, 27 Kotzee Road, Observatory, ideal for consultants, creative agencies, technology companies, and professional…
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Waverley Business Park
65m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
65m² office to rent at 18B Waverley Business Park, 13 Wyecroft Road, Observatory, suitable for consultants, creatives, tech firms and professional teams. The…
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Waverley Business Park
887m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
887m² office space to rent at Waverley Business Park, 48 Kotze Street, Mowbray. Suitable for corporate head offices, tech companies, creative agencies, and…
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Waverley Business Park
497m² office for sale in Waverley Business Park.
497m² office for sale at Waverley Business Park, 27 Kotzee Road, Observatory, Cape Town, ideal for corporate businesses, creative agencies, technology…
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Waverley Business Park
392m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
392m² office for sale in Waverley Business Park, Kotzee Road, Observatory, Cape Town, ideal for owner-occupiers, professional firms, medical practices,…
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Waverley Business Park
313m² warehouse for sale in Waverley Business Park.
313m² commercial property for sale at Waverley Business Park, Wyecroft Road, Mowbray, ideal for owner-occupiers, showroom businesses and companies looking to…
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Waverley Business Park
294m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
294m² office to let at 28 Koetzee Street, Observatory, Cape Town, suitable for businesses needing private offices, meeting space and good road access. Set on…
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Waverley Business Park
117m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
117m² office to let at Waverley Business Park, Wyecroft Rd, Observatory, suitable for professional, creative and admin teams needing a practical workspace.…
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Waverley Business Park
104m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
104m² office to lease at 11 Wyecroft Road, Observatory, ideal for consulting firms, administrative teams, customer service businesses, and call centre…
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Waverley Business Park
1m² office for sale in Waverley Business Park.
1m² office space available now in Waverley Business Park, situated in Observatory. A great fit for professional teams looking for quality commercial premises.
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Waverley Business Park
1m² office to let in Waverley Business Park.
1m² office space available now in Waverley Business Park, situated in Observatory. A great fit for professional teams looking for quality commercial premises.
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About Waverley Business Park
Waverley Business Park is a B-Grade mixed-use commercial property on Wyecroft Road in Observatory, Cape Town. It occupies the former Waverley Blanket factory, it was converted between 1987 and 1989 into a multi-use business park. The property is arranged as a collection of self-contained commercial spaces rather than a single conventional office block, and commercial property sources describe office and broader commercial accommodation across the park. Its industrial origins remain visible in the architectural character. Practical park-level features documented publicly include secure on-site parking, 24-hour security and an on-site food amenity. The property is close to the N2 Settlers Way corridor and Main Road. Both Observatory and Mowbray railway stations within walking distance, both stations are on Cape Town's Southern Line.
Position in the local market
Waverley Business Park functions as an established adaptive-reuse commercial environment rather than a conventional single office building. Its late-1980s conversion from former blanket-manufacturing premises created self-contained spaces across a broader business park, with office, studio and other commercial configurations documented by property sources. The industrial architectural character remains part of the property's identity. For occupiers, the combination of varied internal layouts, on-site parking and security, and access near the N2 and Main Road gives the park a practical role for businesses that need flexible commercial accommodation without relying on a uniform corporate-office format.
Space at Waverley Business Park
Office space
Office accommodation is a core use at Waverley Business Park. There are self-contained units across different floor levels and states that office layouts can be configured for open-plan work, private offices, conference rooms and collaborative areas. Independent commercial listings also show flexible office configurations within the park. This makes the property relevant to occupiers with conventional office, project-team or studio-style requirements, although fit-out, services, parking and internal configuration should be assessed for the specific premises being considered.
- Professional and administrative offices
- Creative and design studios
- Technology and project teams
- Training and collaborative workspace
Retail space
Retail forms part of Waverley Business Park's recorded mixed-use property profile. Suitability will depend on the position and configuration of the selected premises because the park comprises varied self-contained commercial spaces rather than uniform high-street shops. Prospective retail or customer-facing occupiers should assess frontage, visitor access, signage opportunities, servicing and the intended use at unit level. The operating format and fit-out requirements should therefore be confirmed for the specific premises before a commitment is made.
- Service retail
- Destination retail
- Customer-facing commercial services
- Showroom-style use where suitable
Mixed-use commercial space
The converted factory format supports a wider range of commercial configurations than a standard office block. This can suit businesses combining administrative, creative, training or customer-facing functions in one location. The physical capabilities of individual premises vary, so occupiers with loading, specialised power, storage or public-access requirements should verify those needs against the selected unit rather than assume park-wide provision.
- Office and studio combinations
- Creative businesses
- Training facilities
- Office and showroom-style combinations
- Commercial service businesses
Access and surrounding destinations
Waverley Business Park is on Wyecroft Road in Observatory and is positioned close to Main Road and the N2 Settlers Way corridor. The park as adjacent to the Settlers Way turn-off, there is access via the N2 and Main Road. For rail commuters, both Observatory and Mowbray railway stations within walking distance. University of Cape Town transport guidance confirms that Observatory and Mowbray are stops on Cape Town's Southern Line. Bus access is available in Mowbray, Golden Arrow services are accessible, and Golden Arrow lists a Mowbray Bus Terminus at the corner of St Peters and Victoria Road. Exact journey times should be assessed for the selected mode and time of travel.
Road access
- N2 Settlers Way
- Main Road
Public transport
- Observatory railway station on the Southern Line
- Mowbray railway station on the Southern Line
- Golden Arrow bus services accessible in Mowbray
- Mowbray Bus Terminus at St Peters and Victoria Road
Nearby
- Groote Schuur Hospital
Building features
24-hour security
24-hour security at Waverley Business Park, while Anvil Property Smith independently describes 24/7 security and access control at the property.
Secure on-site parking
Secure on-site parking is documented by the managing agent and commercial property sources. The allocation and type of bays associated with a particular premises should be confirmed at unit level.
Self-contained commercial spaces
The converted complex contains self-contained commercial spaces across different floor levels, creating a range of configurations rather than one uniform office floorplate.
Adaptable office layouts
The office accommodation can support open-plan areas, private offices, conference rooms and collaborative workspace, subject to the configuration of the selected premises.
On-site food amenity
There is an on-site eatery, coffee shop and kiosk
Industrial architectural character
The property's origin as a former blanket factory remains part of its identity, with the managing agent specifically describing industrial architecture within the converted business park.
Who this building may suit
Best for
- Professional and administrative office users
- Creative and studio-based businesses
- Businesses combining office and customer-facing functions
- Training and collaborative workspace users
- Commercial occupiers that value access to road and rail connections
Strengths
- B-Grade commercial classification
- Mixed-use property type covering office, retail and commercial use
- Observatory location on Wyecroft Road
Points to consider
- Internal layouts and specifications can differ between premises, so the selected unit should be assessed against operational needs.
- Confirm parking allocation and essential service provisions for the specific premises before commitment.
- Customer-facing occupiers should assess the position of the unit within the park for frontage, signage and visitor access.
Building background
Waverley Business Park occupies the former Waverley Blanket factory. The property was transformed between 1987 and 1989 into a multi-use business park. That adaptive reuse remains visible in the park's industrial architectural character and in the way accommodation is distributed across multiple self-contained commercial spaces. The best-supported historical narrative therefore centres on the former blanket-manufacturing complex and its conversion for commercial use, rather than on a conventional purpose-built office development.
Questions about Waverley Business Park
What type of property is Waverley Business Park?
Waverley Business Park is a B-Grade mixed-use commercial property with office, retail and broader commercial uses. Its converted factory format means premises can differ in configuration and character, with self-contained spaces distributed across the wider business park.
How is Waverley Business Park accessed by road?
The park is on Wyecroft Road and is positioned close to the N2 Settlers Way corridor and Main Road.
Is Waverley Business Park accessible by public transport?
Yes. Building-specific sources identify Observatory and Mowbray railway stations within walking distance, both are on Cape Town's Southern Line. Golden Arrow bus services are also accessible in Mowbray, where the operator lists a bus terminus at St Peters and Victoria Road.
Does Waverley Business Park have security?
There is 24/7 security and access control. Occupiers with specific security requirements should confirm how access procedures and any unit-level measures apply to the premises being considered.
Does Waverley Business Park have on-site parking?
Yes. Secure on-site parking is documented by the managing agent and supported by independent commercial property sources. Parking arrangements can vary by premises, so an occupier should confirm the allocation, bay type and access arrangements associated with the specific unit.
What was Waverley Business Park originally used for?
The property was formerly the Waverley Blanket factory. The factory complex was transformed into a multi-use business park between 1987 and 1989, and Rennie Knight Frank separately places the redevelopment in the late 1980s.
Does Waverley Business Park have backup power?
Backup generation is shown on some individual-unit listings, but it is not established as a consistent park-wide specification. Occupiers that require continuity should confirm whether the selected premises, relevant common areas and essential services are connected to backup power.
Research sources
Independent references used to verify this building profile.
