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Single Rooms at Kingsway Place
Space Available High Demand
Single Room in 4-Bed Apartment

Kingsway Place

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R6 140P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A spacious shared unit with four private bedrooms, one shared bathroom and one shared toilet with a common kitchenette. Great for students who enjoy living with the comfort of their own room.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
9 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Single Rooms at Arteria Parktown
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 2-Bed Apartment

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R7 450P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base and mattress in a private bedroom.

A shared apartment with two private bedrooms, a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for friends or students looking to balance privacy and community.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
19 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Single Rooms at Arteria Parktown
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R6 050P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base and mattress in a private bedroom.

A spacious shared unit with three private bedrooms, one shared bathroom and one shared toilet with a common kitchenette. Great for students who enjoy living with the comfort of their own room.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
42 - 45 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Single Rooms at Arteria Parktown
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 4-Bed Apartment

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R6 730P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base and mattress in a private bedroom.

Private room in a four-bedroom apartment with shared bathroom and kitchenette. Great for students looking for a mix of privacy and affordability.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
59 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Single Rooms at Richmond Central
Space Available Best Located
Single Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Richmond Central

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R6 140P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A spacious shared unit with three private bedrooms, one shared bathroom and one shared toilet with a common kitchenette. Great for students who enjoy living with the comfort of their own room.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Single Rooms at Apex Studios
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 2-Bed Apartment

Apex Studios

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R6 860P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A shared apartment with two private bedrooms, a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for friends or students looking to balance privacy and community.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
22 - 27 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Single Rooms at Apex Studios
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Apex Studios

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R5 770P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A spacious shared unit with three private bedrooms, one shared bathroom and one shared toilet with a common kitchenette. Great for students who enjoy living with the comfort of their own room.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
42 - 45 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Single Rooms at The Richmond
Space Available Best Located
Single Room in 3-Bed Apartment

The Richmond

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R6 140P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A spacious shared unit with three private bedrooms, one shared bathroom and one shared toilet with a common kitchenette. Great for students who enjoy living with the comfort of their own room.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Single Rooms at Crescent Studios
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 2-Bed Apartment

Crescent Studios

Braamfontein, Johannesburg

From R6 820P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A shared apartment with two private bedrooms, a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for friends or students looking to balance privacy and community.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
42 - 45 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
1 min walk to Wits University Main Campus
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Single Rooms at Crescent Studios
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Crescent Studios

Braamfontein, Johannesburg

From R6 910P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A spacious shared unit with three private bedrooms, one shared bathroom and one shared toilet with a common kitchenette. Great for students who enjoy living with the comfort of their own room.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
39 - 41 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
1 min walk to Wits University Main Campus
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Single Rooms at Horizon Heights
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 2-Bed Apartment

Horizon Heights

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R7 630P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A shared apartment with two private bedrooms, a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for friends or students looking to balance privacy and community.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
28 - 29 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Single Rooms at Horizon Heights
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Horizon Heights

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R7 140P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

A spacious shared unit with three private bedrooms, one shared bathroom and one shared toilet with a common kitchenette. Great for students who enjoy living with the comfort of their own room.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
34 - 38 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Single Rooms at Horizon Heights
Space Available Premium
Single Room in 4-Bed Apartment

Horizon Heights

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R6 820P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

Private room in a four-bedroom apartment with shared bathroom and kitchenette. Great for students looking for a mix of privacy and affordability.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
48 - 50 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Single Rooms at Horizon Heights
Space Available Premium
Single Room in Shared Cluster Unit

Horizon Heights

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R5 860P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private bedroom.

Private room in a larger cluster unit. A flexible option for students who want their own room in a bigger shared space.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
72 - 78 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Studio Apartments at Arteria Parktown
Fully let Premium
Studio Apartment

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R8 820P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base & mattress in a private room.

A private self-contained unit featuring combined living, study and sleeping area with a kitchenette and ensuite bathroom. Perfect for students who value independence and privacy.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
12 - 14 m² Private Kitchen Ensuite Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Studio Apartments at Apex Studios
Space Available Premium
Studio Apartment

Apex Studios

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R7 500P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a private room.

A private self-contained unit featuring combined living, study and sleeping area with a kitchenette and ensuite bathroom. Perfect for students who value independence and privacy.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
16 m² Private kitchen Ensuite bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Studio Apartments at Crescent Studios
Space Available Premium
Studio Apartment

Crescent Studios

Braamfontein, Johannesburg

From R8 180P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base & mattress in a private room.

A private self-contained unit featuring combined living, study and sleeping area with a kitchenette and ensuite bathroom. Perfect for students who value independence and privacy.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
12 - 14 m² Private Kitchen Ensuite Bathroom
1 min walk to Wits University Main Campus
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Studio Apartments at Horizon Heights
Space Available Premium
Studio Apartment

Horizon Heights

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R8 130P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Double base & mattress in a private room.

A private self-contained unit featuring combined living, study and sleeping area with a kitchenette and ensuite bathroom. Perfect for students who value independence and privacy.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
17 - 19 m² Private Kitchen Ensuite Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Shared Rooms at Arteria Parktown
Space Available Premium
Shared Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R5 590P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base and mattress in a shared bedroom.

A shared apartment with a shared bedroom, a shared bathroom and kitchenette.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
58 - 59 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Shared Rooms at Arteria Parktown
Space Available Premium
Shared Room in Shared Cluster Unit

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R4 860P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base & mattress in a private bedroom.

Shared bedrooms in a larger cluster unit with shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for groups or students looking for affordability.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
102 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Shared Rooms at Richmond Central
Space Available Best Located
Shared Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Richmond Central

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R4 860P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a shared bedroom.

A shared apartment with three shared bedrooms, a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for students who enjoy communal living.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Shared Rooms at Apex Studios
Space Available Premium
Shared Room in 3-Bed Apartment

Apex Studios

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R5 360P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a shared bedroom.

Shared bedrooms with three beds, with a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for students who enjoy communal living.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
42 - 45 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Shared Rooms at Apex Studios
Space Available Premium
Shared Room in an Apartment

Apex Studios

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R5 050P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a shared bedroom.

Shared room with ensuite bathroom and kitchenette. Designed for students who prefer a shared setup.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
12 - 19 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Shared Rooms at The Richmond
Space Available Best Located
Shared Room in 3-Bed Apartment

The Richmond

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R4 860P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a shared bedroom.

A shared apartment with three private bedrooms, a shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for friends or students looking to balance privacy and community.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Shared Rooms at Horizon Heights
Space Available Premium
Shared Room in Shared Cluster Unit

Horizon Heights

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R4 860P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a shared bedroom.

Shared bedrooms in a larger cluster unit with shared bathroom and kitchenette. Ideal for groups or students looking for affordability.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
74 - 78 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
4 min walk to the University of Johannesburg
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Mobility-friendly Rooms at Arteria Parktown
Fully let Premium
Wheelchair Accessible Studio Apartment

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R9 090P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base and mattress in a private room.

Accessible private studio with ensuite bathroom and kitchenette, designed for mobility and independence.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
17 - 18 m² Private Kitchen Ensuite Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Mobility-friendly Rooms at Apex Studios
Space Available Premium
Wheelchair Accessible Shared Room

Apex Studios

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R5 770P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

Single base & mattress in a shared bedroom.

Accessible shared bedroom with ensuite bathroom and kitchenette. Designed for students who require mobility access and prefer a shared setup.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
21 - 25 m² Shared Kitchen Shared Bathroom
8 min walk to Wits Medical and Education Campus
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Mobility-friendly Rooms at Crescent Studios
Space Available Premium
Wheelchair Accessible Studio Apartment

Crescent Studios

Braamfontein, Johannesburg

From R8 180P/M* This is the lowest price offered. Price depends on length of stay, room size and other amenities. *12-month basis

3/4 base & mattress in a private room.

Accessible private studio with ensuite bathroom and kitchenette, designed for mobility and independence.

WIFI Included
24/7 Security
22 - 27 m² Private Kitchen Ensuite Bathroom
1 min walk to Wits University Main Campus
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TESTIMONIALS
Clean and safe accommodation for students. Close to Wits medical centre, with their own bus to the university.

Lou Viljoen, Parent, Arteria Parktown

It's a nice place with a very interactive student life.

Khomotso Ramothwala, Student, The Richmond

It's perfect, well maintained student accommodation.

Mzingisi Mzito, Student, Kingsway Place

Across the road from faculty of Science. Great location for students.

Anju G, Parent, Apex Studios

What residents & parents say about Johannesburg

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OUR RESIDENCES

Explore our residences in Johannesburg

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Kingsway Place
Space Available High Demand

Kingsway Place

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R5 950 P/M* *12 month agreement
Arteria Parktown
Space Available Premium

Arteria Parktown

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R5 000 P/M* *12 month agreement
Richmond Central
Space Available Best Located

Richmond Central

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R5 140 P/M* *12 month agreement
Apex Studios
Space Available Premium

Apex Studios

Parktown, Johannesburg

From R5 000 P/M* *12 month agreement
The Richmond
Space Available Best Located

The Richmond

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R5 140 P/M* *12 month agreement
Crescent Studios
Space Available Premium

Crescent Studios

Braamfontein, Johannesburg

From R6 410 P/M* *12 month agreement
Horizon Heights
Space Available Premium

Horizon Heights

Auckland Park, Johannesburg

From R5 360 P/M* *12 month agreement
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LIFE AT THRIVE

Build lasting friendships. Create memories. Thrive academically.

Moved in for studies.
Stayed for the vibes.

There's something about ending the week around a picnic that just resets everything.

Grateful for this crew.

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Late-night study sessions turned into lifelong friendships.

The common room became our second home.

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Weekend outings with the flatmates.

Sunday mornings at Thrive hit different.

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From orientation week strangers to new found friendships.

Thrive made it happen.

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Life beyond campus

Things to do in Johannesburg

Johannesburg is a city of energy, culture, and ambition. From creative districts and green escapes to cafés, markets, and museums, the city offers plenty to explore.

melville-koppies

Melville Koppies Nature Reserve

Perfect for nature lovers, this heritage site offers hiking trails and panoramic city views.

Nature • Walk • Views

vilakazi-street

Soweto & Vilakazi Street

Discover the rich history of Soweto, including Nelson Mandela’s former home on Vilakazi Street.

History • Food • Art

neighbourgoods-market

The Neighbourgoods Market

A lively weekend market offering a wide range of street food, local crafts, and live music.

Market • Food • Live Music

botanical-gardens

Johannesburg Botanical Gardens

A peaceful escape with lush greenery, ideal for a study break or picnic.

Nature • Picnic • Walk

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