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Rooms for rent in Johannesburg

The ‘City of ‘Gold’, Johannesburg, fondly called ‘Jozi’ or ‘Joburg’ by locals, is a popular location for tourists. The effervescence of the city combined with the friendliness of a smaller town makes Joburg an increasingly enticing place for digital nomads wishing to stay in coliving spaces. Wi-Fi and Internet reliability, lovely weather and amiable people, make it a great destination for nomads. Sightseeing here is spectacular. No matter what you like, be it culture or history, adventure, natural habitat and mountains - it is all here. Food is of high quality and economical through the restaurants might not be as lavish as Cape Town. Shopping, entertainment, movie theatres, casinos, bowling alleys, amusement parks and comedy clubs are all available here - helping to balance the work/play aspect for the nomads wishing to colive in this city.

Fun Facts about Johannesburg:
- Has the largest hospital in the world with 3000 beds known as Chris Hani Baragwandth
- 40% of earth’s human fossils are here including ‘Mrs. Ples’ one of the most perfect pre-human skulls ever found
- Two polar bears one from Canada and Japan each are also residents here
- Called ‘The City of Gold’ or ‘eGoli’ because of its beginning as a gold mining town in 1886
- An egg takes one minute longer to boil in Johannesburg than it does in coastal cities of Cape Town and Durban because it is 2000m above sea level
- Largest man-made forest with more than 10 million trees
- The biggest and most developed economy in South Africa

The vibrancy, climate and welcoming nature of Johannesburg make it a popular destination for nomads wanting to stay in coliving spaces here. Despite what people think, this place is pretty safe apart from petty crime – just be aware of your valuables and don’t carry too much cash on you. For sure, the city is fast becoming a thriving coliving hub.

Renting a room in a room-share in Johannesburg from $634

Discover an expanding selection of rooms for rent in Johannesburg. Browse our comprehensive apartment share listings to find the perfect roommate in Johannesburg. Our apartment shares, available for a minimum of 1 month, typically feature 3 or more bedrooms. Home-sharing or room-sharing is often more flexible and can be rented on a monthly basis. Choose between rooms with private bathrooms or those with shared facilities. With the rising cost of living in Johannesburg, sharing an apartment becomes an economical choice, making our listings ideal for student accommodations. To find your next room in Johannesburg, start your roommate search with us today.

Finding affordable communal living in Johannesburg

Finding affordable housing in Johannesburg can be tough, especially in cities with high rent prices. One solution that many people turn to is communal living with shared spaces and roommates. This can be a cost-effective way to have a private room while still being able to afford rent in a desirable location. There are a few different options for finding a shared living arrangement in Johannesburg. One option is to look for a private room for rent in a coliving home. This can be a good option for people who want some privacy, but still want to be part of a community. Another option is to look for a shared room, where you'll be sharing a bedroom with one or more roommates. This can be more affordable, as you'll only be responsible for paying for your own bed. The downside is that you'll have less privacy, as you'll be sharing a bedroom with others. You can find both accommodation options on Coliving.com. We can help you find a compatible roommate based on your preferences and lifestyle. Some hosts do background checks and eviction history checks to ensure that the roommates you're living with are trustworthy individuals. When looking for a shared living arrangement, it's important to do your due diligence and make sure that you're comfortable with the living arrangement and the people you'll be living with.

What is coliving?

Coliving is a new trend amongst millennials for renting shared apartments. Whether you're moving to Johannesburg for work or just looking for a new apartment, coliving in Johannesburg is a good way to save money and live with like-minded people. Co-living places people from different backgrounds together and encourages them to interact, collaborate and form new friendships. When compared to dorms, coliving is much more attractive, since it's relatively inexpensive, all-inclusive and allows you to rent a furnished room with an individual lease. Coliving is perfect for students, digital nomads, remote workers, young professionals, interns and people in general who relocate to a new city for work.

Affordable and social housing in Johannesburg

Looking for an affordable and social housing option in Johannesburg? Consider coliving, a trend in shared apartment rentals that brings together individuals from diverse backgrounds to live, work, and form new friendships. Coliving in Johannesburg is a cost-effective alternative to dorms, offering furnished rooms with individual leases and all-inclusive pricing.

Coliving destinations in South Africa

Cape Town Durban Jeffreys Bay Johannesburg