Student accommodation in Bloemfontein
Bloemfontein is an affordable, compact student city. The University of the Free State and the Central University of Technology are only a few kilometres apart, and most students live in the belt of suburbs between and around them.
The main student suburbs
- Universitas: borders the UFS main campus; communes, townhouses and student residences, and the most walkable choice for Kovsies.
- Brandwag and Park West: just east of UFS, close to Mimosa Mall and Loch Logan, with many flats and student complexes.
- Willows and Westdene: between UFS and the city centre, and the natural choice for CUT students; lots of older houses converted into communes.
- City centre: usually cheapest and closest to CUT and the colleges; look carefully at building security.
What to check
- Walking distance and the route after dark.
- Security: fencing, access control and parking.
- Heating and hot water - Free State winters are cold.
- What the rent includes and how long the lease runs.
- NSFAS accreditation if you are funded - Bloemfontein listings with the NSFAS filter on.
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Browse student accommodation in BloemfonteinFrequently asked questions
Where do students stay in Bloemfontein?
Mostly in Universitas, Brandwag, Park West, Willows and Westdene, which sit around UFS and between UFS and CUT.
Which suburb is closest to UFS?
Universitas borders the main campus, with Brandwag and Park West just to the east.
Which suburb is best for CUT students?
Willows, Westdene and the city centre are closest to the Central University of Technology.
Is there NSFAS accommodation in Bloemfontein?
Yes. Use the NSFAS filter on DigsConnect and confirm accreditation for the specific property with your institution.