"It’s a Disgrace": R13 Million One-Bedroom Cape Town Apartment Leaves Mzansi Heated

• A luxury one-bedroom home in an exclusive Cape Town suburb ignited national debate after its high price tag was revealed online
• The property’s unusual combination of size, features and cost left many South Africans questioning its value and discussing housing affordability
• A viral video showcasing the apartment sparked thousands of reactions, with viewers sharing mixed opinions ranging from disbelief to humour

A luxury one-bedroom apartment in an exclusive Cape Town suburb ignited national debate after its high price tag was revealed online.

The clip, shared by a local content creator, features an exclusive Constantia home that has sparked fierce debate about affordability, value, and the state of the housing market in SA.

In the video, the woman who goes by the TikTok handle @maggiereadsabook showcased to her viewers the ultra-modern space. Despite having only one bedroom and one bathroom, the property spans a massive 400m², making it far larger than the typical apartment seen in the city.

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The home also comes with three parking spaces, a feature that caught many viewers off guard, given the limited number of rooms. For most South Africans, the R13,000,000 price remained the biggest talking point.

The stunning Constantia location, known for its exclusivity, wineries and high-value properties, certainly plays a major role in the luxury apartment’s hefty cost. However, Mzansi social media users still couldn’t believe the idea of paying millions for a home with only one bedroom, regardless of its size or upscale appeal.

The comments section quickly erupted with disbelief, jokes, and heated opinions. Many questioned whether the value matched the asking price, while others expressed frustration over the widening gap between ordinary citizens and the elite property market.

Some viewers poked fun at the situation, joking that for R13 million, they expected at least an extra bedroom or even a staff quarter. Others defended the home’s design and location, arguing that Constantia’s prestige naturally drives up market prices.

The viral video that was shared by the TikTok user @maggiereadsabook on 17 November 2025 has since continued to fuel conversations around luxury real estate in Cape Town, highlighting once again how sharply divided public sentiment is when it comes to property affordability in South Africa.

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Mzansi erupts as they share their thoughts on the Cape Town house

The online community flooded the comments section, expressing their thoughts on the Cape Town home valued at R13 million, saying:

Selogadi Kekana said:

"1 bed 3 garage, it doesn't make sense."

The Phoenix Seeker stated:

"1 bedroom... Sounds like a smuggle house."

Emanuele135 wrote:

"The property prices in these areas are driven up by cartels, especially the ones that are not from here. They don't care as long as their means justify the ends."

Ronell met 2 Elle stated:

"It's a disgrace!"

Yummy wrote:

"Maybe someone rich will make it a travel getaway destination 😂🤪."

Jojo commented:

"Girl, please keep talking. I am personally blown away by the things I’ve been learning. And 13M for one bedroom is an atrocity!!! Keep telling 🤏🏽🥹❤️."

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Source: Briefly News