Student accommodation near TUT: every campus
Tshwane University of Technology is one of the largest residential universities in the country, with campuses across Pretoria and Soshanguve plus Ga-Rankuwa, eMalahleni, Mbombela and Polokwane. With so many students and limited residence beds, most TUT students live in private accommodation. Where you should look depends on your campus. Confirm residence fees and application dates on tut.ac.za.
Pretoria campus (main), Pretoria West
The main campus is in Pretoria West, off Staatsartillerie Road. Students live in Pretoria West, in Pretoria Central and in Sunnyside, with frequent taxis and buses along the main routes to campus. Browse listings near TUT main campus.
Arcadia and Arts campuses
Both are close to the city centre, so Arcadia, Sunnyside and Pretoria Central are the natural choices - dense with student flats and private residences, and walkable for many students. See listings near the Arts campus.
Soshanguve North and South
The Soshanguve campuses are about 30 km north of the city, so commuting from central Pretoria every day is expensive and slow. Most students live in Soshanguve itself, in rooms and purpose-built student houses in the blocks around the campuses. Browse near Soshanguve North or Soshanguve South.
Ga-Rankuwa, eMalahleni, Mbombela and Polokwane
These campuses have smaller local rental markets. Look for rooms close to the campus gate, ask the campus residence office for its list of accredited private providers, and start early because supply is limited.
What to check before you book
- Which campus your course is on - TUT faculties are spread across campuses.
- Daily transport cost and time; TUT runs inter-campus buses on some routes, so check the current timetable.
- NSFAS accreditation for the current year if you are funded - see our TUT NSFAS accommodation guide and Pretoria listings with the NSFAS filter on.
- Security, and how many people share each room and bathroom.
- What the rent includes: Wi-Fi, electricity, water and furniture.
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Browse accommodation near TUTFrequently asked questions
Where do TUT main campus students stay?
In Pretoria West, Pretoria Central and Sunnyside, which have frequent transport to the campus in Pretoria West.
Is there accommodation near TUT Soshanguve?
Yes. Most Soshanguve students live in rooms and student houses in the blocks around the North and South campuses rather than commuting from central Pretoria.
Is there NSFAS accommodation near TUT?
Yes. Many private providers around TUT campuses are accredited. Confirm accreditation for the specific property with TUT and NSFAS before signing.
How far is Soshanguve from central Pretoria?
Roughly 30 km, so living near the campus is usually cheaper and easier than a daily commute.