De Waterkant in Cape Town has always been a neighbourhood with a blend of cobbled charm, contemporary flair and street-level energy. It’s the kind of place where heritage townhouses sit comfortably alongside bold architecture, and where cyclists zip through the back streets en route to coffee stops, co-working sessions or the mountain, for their regular dose of single track.

It’s here, in this layered and lively part of the city, that Blok is launching its 20th and arguably most ambitious project to date: ONEONR.

For urban dwellers who prefer two wheels over four, ONEONR hits the sweet spot. The development is a stone’s throw from the city centre, tucked neatly between the Atlantic Seaboard and the trails of Signal Hill and Table Mountain.

What makes ONEONR particularly interesting is how it blends into the rhythm of its surroundings. It’s modern, yes — sleek lines, curated interiors, and panoramic views from many of the units — but it’s also rooted. Think heritage preservation rather than disruption, with architecture that respects the past while nudging the neighbourhood gently into the future.

Inside, the offering is diverse: studios, one- and two-bedroom apartments start at R1,995,000 but there are also row houses and penthouses for those looking to spread out. Many come with private outdoor spaces, and all are designed with light, flow and functional elegance in mind – perfect for stashing bikes, surfboards or whatever city-living gear you roll with.

The amenities tick all the right boxes: 24-hour security, a pool deck, green spaces and a café on the ground floor. It’s the kind of place where you could finish a Saturday gravel ride and be lounging with an espresso 15 minutes later, bike safely stored, city skyline in the background.

But ONEONR isn’t just for cyclists — it’s for anyone who wants to live in a part of Cape Town that still feels intimate, creative and connected. A neighbourhood you can navigate by foot or bike. A place that’s always been open to reinvention, but never at the cost of character.

Sales go live on 14 May 2025. Viewing and shortlisting is already underway at oneonr.co.za. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to shift gears, this could be it.

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