Study Abroad Housing in Cape Town
Planning a semester or year abroad in one of the world’s most beautiful cities? Study abroad housing in Cape Town is about far more than a place to sleep — it’s the launchpad for the whole experience. Rent-A-Room settles international interns, study-abroad students and exchange participants into safe, furnished homes where a ready-made community is waiting. We’ve been doing exactly this for over 20 years.
Sorted before you land
Studying abroad is exciting, but the logistics can be daunting from another continent. Our homes are fully furnished and move-in ready, so you don’t arrive to an empty room, a complicated lease or a deposit sent to a stranger. You simply tell us your programme dates and walk into a home that’s set up for you.
A community, not just a roof
The friends you make abroad often matter more than the modules you take. Our houses are shared by interns and students from all over the world, so you arrive into an instant social circle — people to explore Table Mountain with, travel the coast with and lean on when you’re homesick.
“My time at Rent-A-Room was unforgettable. The house felt like a real home and I made friends from all over the world.” — Mia Villegas, VACorps Intern
Local support when you need it
Being far from home is easier with a local team in your corner. We help with finding your feet, getting around and knowing who to call when something goes wrong. We’re the proud accommodation partner of VAC Cape Town, and VACorps interns get a free airport pickup so your arrival is stress-free from the very first hour.
“Everything was organised and the team was always there to help. I never felt alone in a new country.” — Brais Omar Moreno Cidás, Guest
Safe, vetted and well located
Every Rent-A-Room home is inspected, secured and managed by our own team. We’re based in Observatory, close to UCT and within easy reach of the city — ideal for study, internships and weekend adventures alike.
“A genuinely well-run place with a great community feel. I’d recommend it to anyone coming to Cape Town.” — Rob Weidner, Resident
Ready to plan your semester abroad?
Tell us when you’re arriving and what matters most to you, and our local team will match you with a home and a community that fits. Study abroad housing in Cape Town should be the easy part — let us take care of it.