Student Housing in Ghana

Move-in ready student housing across Ghana — from single rooms and shared hostels near University of Ghana, KNUST and UCC to purpose-built apartments close to UPSA, GIMPA and Ashesi. Every listing on Dwell Finders is checked by our team, and you can filter by budget, room type and distance to campus before messaging the landlord or agent directly.

Which universities does Dwell Finders cover for student housing?

You'll find student-friendly rentals near all of Ghana's major campuses — University of Ghana (Legon), KNUST (Kumasi), University of Cape Coast (UCC), UPSA, GIMPA, Ashesi University (Berekuso), UEW (Winneba), UDS (Tamale) and more. Use the Location filter to narrow results to your campus.

How much does student housing cost in Ghana?

A single hostel room near KNUST or Legon typically ranges from GH₵ 3,000–₵ 8,000 per academic year, while shared apartments in Madina, East Legon or Ayeduase can be GH₵ 500–₵ 1,500 per month per bed. Prices vary with distance to campus, security and amenities.

Do landlords accept semester-based or monthly payments?

Some do — Dwell Finders lets you filter by payment plan (monthly, quarterly or yearly) so you can find a listing that matches the academic calendar and your cashflow. Confirm the exact terms with the landlord through in-app chat before paying.

Are the student housing listings verified?

Yes. Every listing goes through our verification checks, and hostel operators and agents display a verification badge on their profile. Always inspect the room in person (or request a virtual tour) before making a payment.