Student accommodation at Wits University.
Find verified, affordable digs, flats and residences near every Wits campus: the Braamfontein main campus and the Parktown health sciences campus. Compare rooms, message landlords directly, and book online. Free for students.
Why students choose DigsConnect for Wits accommodation
DigsConnect is South Africa’s largest student accommodation marketplace. Every listing near the University of the Witwatersrand is verified, so you can search rooms, apartments and student residences close to Wits, contact landlords directly, and book with confidence — completely free for students.
Accommodation near every Wits campus
Popular suburbs for Wits students
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NSFAS accommodation
Many DigsConnect landlords near Wits welcome NSFAS-funded students. NSFAS covers accommodation at accredited providers, with the 2026 accommodation allowance capped at roughly R45,000–R50,000 a year (confirmed by NSFAS each year). Filter for accommodation that suits your funding and message the landlord directly to confirm NSFAS arrangements.
What you can expect to pay
Student accommodation near the University of the Witwatersrand typically ranges from about R4,000 a month for a shared room up to R8,000–R11,000 a month for a private room or studio in Braamfontein or Parktown close to campus. Prices vary by suburb, sharing arrangement and whether utilities are included.
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Search accommodationFrequently asked questions
How much is student accommodation near Wits?
Most digs near Wits range from around R4,000 a month for a shared room to R8,000–R11,000 a month for a private room or studio in Braamfontein or Parktown, depending on the suburb and what’s included.
Which suburbs are closest to Wits?
Braamfontein, Parktown, Auckland Park and Melville are the most popular student suburbs, all close to the Wits main and health sciences campuses.
Does DigsConnect have NSFAS accommodation near Wits?
Yes. Many landlords near the University of the Witwatersrand accept NSFAS-funded students. Message the landlord directly through DigsConnect to confirm NSFAS accreditation and payment arrangements.
Is DigsConnect free for students?
Yes. Searching, comparing and contacting landlords on DigsConnect is completely free for students — you deal with the landlord or residence directly.
Wits student accommodation, University of the Witwatersrand digs and NSFAS housing
Looking for Wits student accommodation? DigsConnect helps you find student accommodation in Johannesburg near every University of the Witwatersrand campus — the Braamfontein main campus and the Parktown health sciences campus. Browse verified Wits accommodation, compare prices and message landlords directly to secure your room.
Whether you need NSFAS accommodation in Johannesburg, a private room in Braamfontein, or affordable shared digs near Wits, DigsConnect lists rooms, apartments and student residences across Johannesburg. Popular Wits student suburbs include Braamfontein, Parktown, Auckland Park and Melville — all close to campus.
Search Wits accommodation and University of the Witwatersrand student housing on DigsConnect today. Find student accommodation in Johannesburg that fits your budget and funding, from NSFAS-friendly rooms to private studios near the Wits Braamfontein campus.