Australia Student Accommodation

There is much competition for affordable rental accommodation in Australia, and considerable patience may be required to find a suitable place. Do not be discouraged: as with anything, a little perseverance will soon pay off.  

As early as possible, contact your institution’s International Student liaison office.  They should be able to offer information on a range of housing alternatives, including short-term accommodation for when you first arrive. 

They can also provide links to your institution’s and other accommodation websites. It will be useful to research these websites in advance in order to prepare yourself for the prices and type of accommodation you can expect.  

When applying for rental accommodation in Australia, prospective landlords will expect you to supply proof of your ability to meet monthly rental payments (usually a bank account statement).  

They will also ask for details of a few referees in Australia who can testify to your character, reliability etc.  Written references from past landlords at home might also work in your favour.

Most accommodation in Australia is unfurnished and does not include any household goods. Affordable items may be purchased through second-hand stores, or via private sale advertised on institutional notice boards, online auction sites and in newspapers. It may also prove cost-effective to bring certain items with you from home.