Student Accommodation in South Africa

Starting university is an exciting milestone, and finding the right accommodation is a key part of that journey. Ideally, your new home should be conveniently located – it should be close to campus or easily accessible via public transport. It should also be somewhere you feel comfortable, and be private enough so you can focus on your studies.

In South Africa, the wide range of universities and colleges continues to attract students from across the country and around the world. As a result, the need for safe, affordable, and well-located student housing is always on the rise.

Whether you’re a first-year student moving out on your own for the first time or a postgraduate looking for a quieter, more independent living environment, having access to trusted accommodation options makes all the difference.

To help you get started, we’ve curated a selection of student accommodation options near leading institutions such as the University of Johannesburg (UJ), the University of Pretoria (UP), and the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits).

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Student Accommodation near the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits):

Girton Road, Parktown

  • Located in the secure Parktown Community Protected District, this residence offers peace of mind with 24/7 monitored streets and walkways connected to registered security companies.
  • Conveniently situated within walking distance of key educational institutions, and just 10 minutes from the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), this is the ideal home for focused student living.
  • Read more about this accommodation here.
  • Rooms start at R5200.
  • Register here, if you are interested in finding out more about a room.

St Davids Place, Parktown

  • Just a short walk or 10-minute commute to the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) and other major educational institutions, this residence offers the perfect blend of comfort, community, and convenience for students.
  • Read more about this accommodation here.
  • Rooms start at R5200.
  • Register here, if you are interested in finding out more about a room.

The Albany, Parktown

  • Located in the secure Parktown Community Protected District, all nearby streets and walkways are under constant CCTV surveillance and connected to registered security companies.
  • The boutique-style student residence in Parktown offering a more intimate campus atmosphere with larger, more spacious rooms — all thoughtfully designed for your comfort and success.
  • Read more about this accommodation here.
  • Rooms start at R5200.
  • Register here, if you are interested in finding out more about a room.

On Empire, Parktown

  • Located in the Parktown Community Protected District, where all streets and walkways are camera-monitored and linked to registered security companies.
  • Walking distance to major universities and colleges, with others just a 10-minute commute away — ideal for students studying at Wits, UJ, and nearby institutions.
  • Read more about this accommodation here.
  • Rooms start at R5200.
  • Register here, if you are interested in finding out more about a room.

Student Accommodation near the University of the Pretoria (UP):

Hatfield, Pretoria

  • Fully booked.
  • Located within the highly monitored Hatfield student precinct, this residence offers premium, fully furnished accommodation designed for comfort, community, and academic success — just one block from the University of Pretoria.
  • Read more about this accommodation here.