Frequently Asked Questions

We are primarily a student accommodation however we may accept young graduates who are working while furthering their studies provided, we feel you would be a good fit.

Fountain Rez is just 1km from UCT Upper Campus, 700m from the main Jammie stop and only 250 meters from Varsity College.

We do not have a laundry in our building, however Fountain Rez is located 10 meters away from a 24-hour laundry.

The only additional costs that a student would need to consider are the laundry, parking and gym. Everything else is included in the price you pay. (FUP's apply).

All the furniture is provided so you just need to bring your bedding, stationary, kitchen cookware and utensils. Note we have induction hobs, so your cookware needs to be compatible.

Requirements are for the person paying: ID, 3 months bank statements, proof or residence, proof of income (payslip). For the student, we need your ID and proof of registration from the institution you are studying at.

We endeavour to match you up with someone who is of similar age to you and also studying the same or similar degree with likeminded interests. You can also request to share an apartment with someone who has also applied to Fountain Rez.

We have an overnight policy to ensure proper management of this process, the number of stays per month will be limited as well as the total number of visitors at any given time, but we have made provision for these eventualities provided due notice and process is followed.

Yes, if your school year ends after closing of rez. This needs to be arranged with the Residence Manager.

FR has a secured direct access link into the Rondebosch on Main shopping centre which has a Pick 'n Pay, Zone fitness gym, chemist as well as various banks, restaurants and takeaways. Everything you need is right at your doorstep.

While we endeavour to make Fountain Rez as safe as possible your safety is your responsibility. What we offer is an onsite 24 hour security team, camera surveillance on every level, biometric access control at every entrance and exit as well as individual biometric access locks for each apartment. We also have a strict visitor sign in policy to ensure your child's safety.