THE SAFEST DECISION IS HER ADDRESS
Family hosted, quiet and secure

The kind of home parents choose on purpose
So she can focus, and you can breathe
HOME
Welcome
If you are a parent sending your daughter to university, you have one job before anything else.
Make sure she has a safe, steady place to live.
This Oakdene home is set up for routine, study, and peace of mind.
Who We Welcome
For Focused Female Students
Our home is thoughtfully designed for female university students, especially first-years, who value a quiet, safe, and structured environment. It's an ideal space to foster focus, calm, and academic success.
A Family-Centric & Secure Setting
As a family home with young children, our primary focus is on safety and creating a calm household rhythm. This setup, along with clear house rules and strong safety standards, is why this accommodation is best suited to female students – offering the peace of mind parents are looking for.
THE LOCATION
Oakdene, Johannesburg South
Behind The Glen Shopping Centre
Near Comaro Crossing
AVAILABILITY
Available from
28 January 2026
PRICING AND ROOMS
Room type
Shared room
Two students per room
Single beds
Fully furnished
Monthly rent
R5,500 per student per month
Deposit
One month rent, per student
BATHROOMS
Bathroom access
2
Bathrooms available
6
Students sharing
WHAT IS INCLUDED
Utilities
  • Electricity included
  • Water included
Connectivity
  • WiFi 200 Mbps
Home support
  • Maid service included
  • Laundry included
Study setup
  • Student friendly study space
Power backup
  • Inverter and UPS for power interruptions
Safety
  • Security with immediate response
  • Respect the security protocols
OPTIONAL MEALS
Daily meal plan
  • Breakfast at home
  • Dinner at home
Cost
R2,500 per student per month
How it works
  • Students choose monthly in advance
  • Meals are prepared and served daily at set times
  • If a student is home at meal time they eat
  • If they are not home they miss that meal
Food approach
  • Meals are simple and practical
  • This home is not suited to students with serious allergies or complex dietary needs
TRANSPORT AND ACCESS
Public transport
  • Bus route about 2 minutes walk
  • Taxi route about 5 minutes walk
Ride hailing
  • Uber friendly pickup and drop off
Optional host drop off
  • Optional morning drop off by the host
  • Arranged in advance
  • Timing and route confirmed upfront
COMMUTE INDICATORS
These are simple indicators from Oakdene.
Times vary with traffic.
UJ
about 16 minutes by car
Wits
about 19 minutes by car
UNISA Johannesburg
about 15 minutes by car
HOUSE RULES
This is a quiet, study first home.
No smoking
No parties
No drugs
Quiet study environment
Respectful behaviour towards others
Respect the security protocols
SCREENING
This protects the home and keeps commitments clear for everyone.

Student proof required
  • Proof of registration
  • Acceptance letter
  • Valid student card

Parent or sponsor affordability proof required
  • Proof of income
  • Recent bank statements
MEET YOUR HOSTS
Lance and Joy Jerrard
We host this home as a family.
We care about safety, calm, and a good student rhythm.
We keep standards clear so students can settle in quickly and focus.
WHAT TO BRING TO THE CALL
To make the call fast and useful, please have this ready.
Student name
Campus and year of study
Move in date
Meals yes or no
Any special needs we should know about
BOOK A CALL
The fastest way to confirm fit is a short video call.
We can answer questions, and explain the house rhythm.
Message Joy on WhatsApp, and we will schedule a call.
+27 70 338 9692
NEXT STEP IF YOU ARE A FIT
Formalizing the Agreement
If the home feels right and we agree to move forward, we will collect a few details and then prepare a formal agreement. The agreement will cover the rent, deposit, dates, and the student’s written agreement to the house rules.
Student verification
  • Proof of registration, acceptance letter, or valid student card
Parent or sponsor verification
  • Proof of affordability
  • Recent payslips or income proof
  • Recent bank statements
Contact details
  • Parent or sponsor full name and mobile number
  • Student full name and mobile number
  • Emergency contact name and number
Room and start date
  • Shared room confirmed
  • Move in date confirmed
  • Deposit payment date confirmed
Meals option
  • Meals yes or no for the month ahead
Formal agreement
  • We will provide a written agreement for signature
  • The agreement includes the student’s agreement to the house rules