Renting in Constantia, Cape Town means large stands, mountain views and mature gardens, with houses from about R32,000 a month in 2026. This guide from The Property Bureau covers prices, tenants and what landlords should know.
In short
- Constantia is Cape Town’s premier leafy suburb. Large stands, mountain views, wine estates, and a distinctly unhurried pace
- The rental market is dominated by houses rather than apartments, and prices reflect the premium lifestyle and space on offer
- The tenant pool is smaller but typically stable. Longer-term lets with families and senior professionals are common
The suburb
Constantia is unlike any other suburb in the Southern Suburbs, or in Cape Town generally. Spread across the lower slopes of the Constantiaberg, it is defined by large private stands, mature trees, vineyards, and an absence of the density found in its northern neighbours. Constantia Village provides the retail hub, with Steenberg Village and the various wine estate farm stalls adding to the lifestyle offering. The pace is slower here, the roads are wider, and the properties are larger. For tenants who can afford the price of admission, Constantia offers a standard of residential life that is difficult to match.
Typical rental ranges (2026)
| Property type | Monthly rent |
|---|---|
| 2-bedroom cottage / flat | R22,000 to R32,000 |
| 3-bedroom house | R32,000 to R50,000 |
| 4-bedroom house | R45,000 to R65,000 |
| 5-bedroom+ house | R60,000 to R95,000+ |
This is a guide only, based on our own letting experience. Properties with wine estate views, a pool, and large garden command the upper end. Properties near Constantia Village typically achieve a premium. For the wider trend, the PayProp Rental Index is published every quarter.
Who rents in Constantia
- Senior professionals, executives, and families seeking privacy and space
- Expats and internationally mobile tenants on medium-term corporate relocation lets
- Families with children at schools in neighbouring suburbs, including Herschel in Claremont, Springfield Convent in Wynberg and Bishops in Rondebosch
- Buyers in a holding period who want to live in the area before purchasing
Getting around
Constantia is not a walking suburb: a car is essential. The M3 provides highway access to the CBD (25 to 35 minutes) and to the southern peninsula. The suburb is well-served by Uber, though response times can be longer than in denser suburbs. Constantia Village, Steenberg Village, and the Constantia Uitsig area each have their own clusters of services, but day-to-day mobility requires a vehicle.
What landlords should know
The Constantia rental market is smaller by volume than the middle-market suburbs, but it is remarkably stable. Tenants here tend to stay longer and to look after properties well. Two or three year lets are common. The trade-off is a shallower pool of qualified applicants and longer vacancy periods between tenants. A property let to the wrong tenant for a short period can cost considerably more in remediation than a longer vacancy would have.
Condition and presentation matter enormously in this market. A well-presented home with a functioning pool, maintained garden, and modern kitchen will let reliably. A neglected or dated property will sit, regardless of the asking price.
With a smaller tenant pool, each applicant matters more. We assess every applicant in person, then run a PayProp credit check, TPN verification, or both, and handle the deposit as the Rental Housing Act and the Property Practitioners Act require.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to rent a house in Constantia?
In 2026, a three-bedroom house typically asks R32,000 to R50,000 a month and a four-bedroom house R45,000 to R65,000. Wine estate views, a pool and a large garden sit at the upper end.
Do I need a car to live in Constantia?
Yes. Constantia is not a walking suburb. The M3 gives access to the CBD in about 25 to 35 minutes, and Constantia Village and Steenberg Village cover daily shopping.
Who rents in Constantia?
Mostly senior professionals, families and relocating executives who want space and privacy. Leases of two or three years are common.
How long do Constantia rentals take to let?
Longer than in the busier suburbs, because the pool of qualified tenants is smaller. Condition and presentation make the biggest difference.
We manage properties in Constantia and across the Southern Suburbs, from Rondebosch and Claremont to Kenilworth and Wynberg. If you would like to know what your property should be achieving, request a free rental valuation, or see our property management page.
For a broader overview of the rental market across all the major suburbs, see our guide to renting in Cape Town’s Southern Suburbs. Our guide to renting in Wynberg covers the nearest mid-range suburb. Browse our current properties to rent or visit our landlord services page if you are considering letting your property.
Sources: The Property Bureau letting data for Constantia and the PayProp Rental Index (payprop.com). Last reviewed 25 September 2026.
