Apartment hunting in Cape Town can often feel like navigating a maze of soaring rental prices, but a recent TikTok post has left viewers in disbelief over the cost of a one-bedroom apartment.
The TikToker, known for her candid reactions to Cape Town properties, shared images of a New York-style apartment with a staggering monthly rental price tag of R32 400.
@leah.degois someone tell cupcake to address the housing crisis at the SONA #capetown #apartments ♬ original sound – leah 🦋
The video quickly garnered attention, with viewers expressing shock not only at the rental price but also at the apartment’s layout.
In a city where prime location and amenities often dictate rental rates, the astronomical cost of this apartment left many scratching their heads.
Some even speculated whether the images of the apartment were AI-generated, given the surreal nature of the listing.
The video, shared by the TikToker named Leah, has sparked conversations about the affordability of housing in Cape Town and the challenges faced by renters in finding suitable accommodation.
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Picture: @leah.degois / TikTok