Premium 628-Bed Student Accommodation Facility with Retail Income in Johannesburg

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Financial Details

Asking Price:
$270,000,000
Annual Revenue:
$48,000,000
Cash Flow / SDE:
$48,000,000
Profit Metric:
Net Operating Income (Estimated)
Valuation Multiple:
5.6x
Location:
Johannesburg, ZA
Source:
Date:
November 05, 2025

Key Highlights

High yield potential with an estimated cap rate of 17.8% based on the asking price.
Dual revenue streams from 628 student beds (NSFAS backed) and 11 occupied retail units.
Significant immediate equity opportunity: Priced at R270M, well below estimated market value (R480M - R600M).

Description

This is a rare opportunity to acquire a premium, fully operational student accommodation facility strategically located near Wits University in Johannesburg, South Africa. The property boasts a total capacity of 628 beds, exclusively serving NSFAS students, ensuring stable, government-backed rental income for 10 months annually. The asset is further diversified by a retail section comprising 11 units leased to national tenants, including a gym and financial institutions, adding robust supplementary revenue. The asking price of R270 million is positioned significantly below the estimated market value range of R480 million to R600 million, suggesting substantial immediate capital appreciation potential and an estimated high cap rate of 17.8% based on R48 million in estimated yearly revenue.

Industry Information

Industry Description:
Commercial real estate investment focused on student housing and mixed-use retail.
Classification:
Building & Construction

Real Estate & Lease

Status:
Included in Sale
Real Estate Price:
$270,000,000 ZAR

Listing Details

Listing ID:
5c803a4f-6d21-4630-878f-50c457a127de
Deal Status:
For Sale
Date Posted:
September 09, 2024
Last Updated:
November 05, 2025
Currency:
ZAR

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