Transparent Pricing

Simple, Honest Fees.
No Surprises.

One flat monthly fee for property owners. Zero fees for students — ever. No commissions, no hidden charges, no contracts.

R250

per property / month

R0

commission on rent

Free

for students, always

0

hidden charges

Property Owners

Per listed property

R250/ month

Billed monthly · Cancel anytime · No contracts

Unlimited listings

List as many properties as you own under one account — each billed at R250/month.

Analytics & reports

Track occupancy, application trends, and room fill rates from your dashboard.

In-app messaging

Communicate directly with student applicants — no third-party apps needed.

Document management

Review, approve, and store student documents securely on the platform.

Viewing management

Accept, decline, and reschedule student viewing requests in one place.

NSFAS support

Accreditation documentation guidance and optional on-site inspection (R1,000).

Create Owner Account

No payment required to sign up

Always Free

Students

Full access, no charge

Free

No payment. No trial. No catch.

Unlimited property search

Browse every verified listing across South Africa with no limits.

Multiple applications

Apply to as many properties as you need simultaneously — no application cap.

Direct messaging

Chat with property owners and get answers before you commit.

Viewing requests

Request and manage property viewings directly through the platform.

Verified listings only

Every property on Student Home is verified before it goes live.

Application tracking

See real-time status updates for every application you have submitted.

Create Student Account

No credit card required

Full Feature Comparison

Everything included — for both owners and students.

FeatureProperty OwnersStudents
Property listings (per property)(R250/month each)—
Unlimited student applications
Browse & search all verified properties—
Application management dashboard—
In-app messaging
Document upload & storage
Booking code generation—
Viewing appointment management
Real-time room availability tracking—
Analytics & occupancy reports—
NSFAS accreditation documentation support—
Saved properties wishlist—
Application status notifications
Dedicated support
Commission on rent
Hidden fees

Complete Fee Schedule

Every charge explained — no interpretation required.

Property Owner Fees

FeeAmountNotes

Monthly listing fee

Required
R250

/ property / month

Billed monthly. Covers all platform features. Cancel anytime.

Account registration

Included / Optional
R0

Free. No payment required to sign up and set up your profile.

Property inspection

Included / Optional
R1,000

per inspection

Optional. Earns the "Inspected" badge for 1 year — re-inspect annually to keep the badge and search boost.

Commission on rent

Included / Optional
R0

We take no commission. All rental income is yours.

Listing setup / onboarding

Included / Optional
R0

Free. Included in monthly fee.

Application processing

Included / Optional
R0

Free. Included in monthly fee.

Cancellation fee

Included / Optional
R0

Cancel at any time with no penalty.

Student Fees

All features are completely free for students — no fees apply at any stage.

Account registrationFree
Property search & browsingFree
Submitting applicationsFree
In-app messaging with ownersFree
Document uploadsFree
Viewing requestsFree
Booking code receiptFree

Billing & Subscription Details

Payment Methods

We accept Visa and Mastercard, processed securely through PayFast. Your card details are never stored on our servers — the card is held by PayFast and saved as a secure token so renewals can be charged automatically. You can remove it any time.

Billing Cycle

Each listing bills monthly from the date it was first activated, so every listing keeps its own renewal date rather than a shared one. Your saved card is charged automatically each cycle and you receive a tax invoice by email. Turn off auto-renew per listing any time to pay manually instead.

Cancellation Policy

Cancel at any time from your owner dashboard — no phone calls, no forms. Your listing stays active until the end of the current billing period, then billing stops. No pro-rated refunds for partial months. You can reactivate a cancelled listing later by paying the fee again.

Inspection Booking

Property inspections are booked separately through your owner dashboard. Once confirmed, an inspector will visit within 7 business days. The R1,000 fee is payable before the inspection date.

NSFAS Accreditation Inspection

The optional R1,000 inspection is the only additional fee on the platform. It is required only when a property owner wishes to be accredited to receive NSFAS-funded students. Our inspector will visit the property to verify that it meets the minimum NSFAS accommodation standards set by the Department of Higher Education and Training.

On-site visit within 7 business days
Written inspection report provided
Accreditation certificate on approval
"Inspected" badge valid for 1 year — renew to keep it
Reimbursable if failed due to admin error
Re-inspection available if initial fails
Learn about NSFAS accreditation →

Pricing FAQs

Common questions about fees, billing, and what's included.

Is there a commission charged on rent payments?
No. Student Home charges only a flat monthly listing fee per property. All rental income goes directly to you — we take no commission, no percentage, and no cut of any kind.
Is the R1,000 inspection fee mandatory?
No. The inspection is only required if you want your property to qualify for NSFAS accreditation. If you already have NSFAS accreditation or do not require it, the inspection fee does not apply.
How long does the "Inspected" badge last?
A passing inspection earns the "Inspected" badge for one year from the inspection date, and inspected listings rank higher in search. To keep the badge and that boost, book a re-inspection each year (R1,000) — we remind you by email and in-app 30 days, 7 days, and on the day it expires. It is optional: your listing stays live either way, it just loses the badge and boost if you do not renew.
What does the R250/month cover exactly?
The R250/month covers everything: listing the property, receiving and managing student applications, in-app messaging, document review, viewing management, real-time availability tracking, occupancy analytics, NSFAS support documentation, and dedicated owner support.
Are there any setup or registration fees?
No. Creating an account and setting up your owner profile is completely free. You only start paying R250/month once you publish a property listing.
Can I list multiple properties?
Yes. You can list as many properties as you own under a single account. Each property is billed separately at R250/month. There is no volume discount at this time, but all properties share the same dashboard.
How is billing handled?
Billing is monthly, charged on the same date your listing was first activated — so every listing runs on its own cycle, not a shared date for everyone. When you pay your first fee your card is securely saved through PayFast, and each renewal is then charged automatically: you get an invoice by email and never have to log in to pay. Prefer to pay manually? Switch off auto-renew per listing, or remove your saved card, on the Payments page at any time.
Can I cancel at any time?
Yes. You may cancel your subscription at any time with no cancellation fee. Your listing remains active until the end of the current billing period. No pro-rated refunds are issued for partial months — and you can reactivate a cancelled listing later by paying the listing fee to bring it back online.
Is Student Home really free for students?
Yes, completely free. Students pay nothing to browse, apply, message owners, manage documents, or use any feature on Student Home — at any stage of the process.
Are there any fees for students to apply or book?
No. Students are never charged an application fee, booking fee, or any other charge by Student Home. If a property owner tries to collect a fee through the platform, report it to our support team immediately.
What happens to my subscription if I cancel mid-month?
Your listing stays live until the end of your current billing period — you keep everything you paid for. No pro-rated refund is issued for the remaining days. At the billing period end, your listing goes offline, any unpaid renewal invoice is voided and no further charges are made. There is no cancellation fee, and you can reactivate the listing at any time by paying the fee again.
What happens to my subscription if my account is suspended?
Billing is frozen for the full duration of the suspension — you are not charged for the period your account is suspended through no payment failure of your own. Any outstanding fees that existed before the suspension remain due. Your listings are hidden from students during this time, but existing tenant records and approved bookings are preserved.
What happens to my subscription when my account is restored after suspension?
Once your account is reinstated, your listings are reactivated and billing resumes from the restoration date. A fresh billing cycle starts on that day — the suspension period is not charged and does not count against your cycle. You are only charged going forward.
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