Student Accommodation in Parktown, near the University of the Witwatersrand (Wits) – On Empire
Experience student living at its best at ON EMPIRE, Parktown’s premier student residence offering modern, fully furnished private rooms and studios, as well as shared options with bathrooms and kitchenettes. Designed for comfort, connection, and success — all-inclusive rent with no hidden costs means you can focus on what matters most: your studies and student life.
2026 Room Rates
- Rooms starting from R5167
- Application Fee: R750
- Deposit: R2 000 OR equal to 1st month for 11 & 12-month options
- Lease options: 10/ 11/ 12 month
- Self-Funded Student Discounts: Full Payment 5% / 2-Part Payment 3%
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.
Amenities & Features:
- Backup Generator – power always on
- Unlimited High-Speed WiFi – stay connected anytime
- 24-Hour Security & Biometric Access – safety you can trust
- Welcoming Lobby & On-Site Management Team
- Laundry Facilities – convenient and easy
- Collaborative Study Areas & Computer Lab with printing
- Fully Equipped Gym – stay active and healthy
- Recreational & Chill Zones – unwind your way
- Games & Entertainment Area
- Outdoor Braai Area – perfect for social weekends
- Weekly Events & Workshops hosted by Centralite
Room options:
| Private or Sharing: | Bedrooms | Bathrooms | Price |
| 2 BED SHARED SHARED BEDROOMS – 2 Students per room., communal bathrooms and kitchens. | 2 Beds per room | Communal | From R5167 |
| 4 BED 1 BATH PRIVATE bedrooms, sharing a bathroom. Mini kitchenette & shared communal kitchens. | 4 | 1 | From R5584 |
| 5 BED 2 BATH PRIVATE bedrooms, sharing two bathrooms. Mini kitchenette & shared communal kitchens. | 5 | 2 | From R5834 |
| 3 BED 1 BATH PRIVATE bedrooms, sharing a bathroom. Mini kitchenette & shared communal kitchens. | 3 | 1 | From R6334 |
| 2 BED 1 BATH PRIVATE bedrooms, sharing a bathroom. Mini kitchenette & shared communal kitchens. | 2 | 1 | From R6500 |
| STUDIO PRIVATE APARTMENT with bathroom. Mini kitchenette & shared communal kitchens. | 1 | 1 | From R7667 |
Note: Pricing above reflects starting prices and is based on a 12-month agreement.
Pictures: room layouts
Student Accommodation for 2026
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