Student Accommodation

There are several agents who will help you to get accommodation in Braamfontein, however be ready to pay a deposit and sign a lease for at least one year. If you wouldn't mind telecommuting, there are several accommodations which are outside the CBD, these includes areas like Yeoville, Hillbrow (But take caution if you are new in Johannesburg) and Berea.

All the same accommodation ranges from R1500.00-R2000.00 per month per person. Sometimes it is advisable for you to come in advance and seek accommodation before resuming your classes.

All accommodation for rent requires a deposit equivalent to 3 months rental, so a typical deposit will range from R4000.00 to R6000.00. depending on the accommodation. Most of the accommodation agents provide a bed, (no beddings) a reading desk, a chair and in some buildings broadband internet is available (but you have to pay a monthly fee). Single or bachelor flats are generally preferable but they are also expensive. So plan your finances well in advance to avoid taking expensive flats only to regret later.

Entertainment in form of a common TV room is available as well as a common kitchen which is shared amongst the students. You might also find that you share this accommodation with other students from different colleges and universities. Please note that it is very important that you get accommodation with a reputable agency so that things like proof of residence (water bill, electricity bill or Telkom account) giving a proof of where you are staying and mostly needed by banks (for FICA purposes) to open student accounts will not be a problem.

Below find some of the agents and their websites where you can find affordable accommodation.
 

We will be adding more accommodation agencies for your convenience