Shahid Mustaq Murshed Study Abroad Content Specialist
Study Abroad Content Specialist
If you are already accepted by an Australian University, the next step is to arrange accommodation. In Australia, you have the option to stay in on-campus and off-campus housing, student accommodation, private rentals, shared flats and homestays. If you are choosing to stay off-campus, you can visit the UniLodge portal. It welcomes thousands of domestic and international students to their 110+ student accommodation locations in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Canberra, Perth, Darwin. They also have housing options in regional cities like Cairns and Townsville.
The rent of a 1-bedroom apartment in the city center in Australia is 2,228 AUD. While outside the city center it would be around 1,760 AUD. It completely depends on the city you are staying in. In terms of affordability, Gold Coast, Canberra, Adelaide, Brisbane, Melbourne are the top 5 cities in Australia for international students. Come along to know more.
City wise Average Rent in Australia
Rents can vary widely depending on the specific suburb or neighborhood, proximity to schools, universities, and amenities. Coastal properties and those close to CBDs (Central Business District) are priced higher. Let’s check some city wise average rent in Australia from the table below
| City | Average Weekly Rent |
|---|---|
| Sydney | 745 AUD |
| Melbourne | 565 AUD |
| Victoria | 500 AUD |
| Brisbane | 627 AUD |
| Queensland | 792 AUD |
| Adelaide | 565 AUD |
| South Australia | 361 AUD |
| Perth | 630 AUD |
| Western Australia | 862 AUD |
| Hobart | 535 AUD |
| Tasmania | 500 AUD |
| Canberra | 651 AUD |
| Darwin | 611 AUD |
Accommodation Options in Australia
Here, we have discussed some of the student accommodation options available.
On-Campus Accommodation
Majority of the universities in Australia offer on-campus accommodation to international students. Accommodation can range from shared dorm rooms, single rooms, or private studio apartments, and can cost between 110-280 AUD a week. University-managed accommodations are often fully furnished, with costs covering bills such as electricity, gas, water and internet and integrated university-managed support services.
Off-Campus Accommodation
The types of off-campus accommodation are as follows
- Student accommodation: These types of accommodations are not managed by the university, and managed by a 3rd party service provider. They are designed for students and have many of the same facilities as a student residence – such as food halls or study rooms. You can also find places like UniLodge and Infinity Place. Prices for these two options range between 173-589 AUD a week. If you want to look for more student housing locations, check out the website University Living.
- Private rentals: In Australia, you can also decide to live on your own in an apartment. According to Study Australia, rent can cost between 185-440 AUD a week.
- Shared apartments: It is best to stay in shared apartments to save money. It also gives you a great chance to meet other students or young professionals. Shared accommodation can cost between 95-215 AUD a week. You can search for roommates on websites like flatmates.com.au or Flatmate Finders. Also check out university-specific community Facebook groups.
- Homestays: A homestay allows you to stay with a local family and give a chance to practice the local language. Homestays include meals, which can be a big plus for busy students. They can be arranged by an education agent in Australia, but there are a range of organizations you can look into for more information, as well – including Australia HomeStay Network, and Study Vision.
UniLodge Rentals in Australia
UniLodge is a unified portal for rentals in Australia. It has accommodation options all over Australia. The rents are as follows
- UniLodge Victoria University: 249 AUD/ week
- UniLodge Melbourne University: 399 AUD/ week
- UniLodge Royal Melbourne: 429 AUD/ week
- UniLodge South Bank: 269 AUD/ week
- UniLodge Park Central: 299 AUD/ week
Tips for Finding Student Accommodation in Australia
Being an international student, it is a difficult task to find the accommodation of your choice at a reasonable price. So the first step is to figure out what kind of accommodation you want, whether it's a private room in an apartment, studio apartment or on campus accommodation. Following are some of the tips for finding student accommodation in Australia:
- Inquire about all the facilities provided by your accommodation provider, such as hot water, internet, television, furniture.
- Ask about what is included in the accommodation cost such as, repair cost, food, electricity among other things.
- Choose a housing option which suits you and your budget, whether it is on-campus accommodation or off-campus accommodation.
- Keep in mind the additional costs and time required to commute from your accommodation to the university.
- Read the housing agreement policies carefully.
The cost of living in Australia helps us understand the variation of accommodation cost in different cities. Cities in urban areas have significantly higher accommodation costs in comparison to the cities in suburban regions.
FAQs
Ques: How much is student accommodation in Australia?
Ans: The rent for student accommodation in Australia varies depending on your chosen apartment type, location, your lifestyle and spending habits. It can vary from 250 to 1200 AUD per week depending on your selection.
Ques: How much does it cost to stay in Australia for a student?
Ans: For the living and other essential expenses, it costs around 22,000 AUD per year to stay in Australia for a student.
Ques: How do students get accommodation in Australia?
Ans: There are rental and shared house options posted on boards at your university or at share house websites such as Flatmate Finders or Flatmates.com.au. If you rent a house or apartment, you will need to pay a security deposit or 'bond' (which is usually equivalent to four weeks' rent).
Ques: How much is rent in Australia per month for students?
Ans: Rent is depending on the factors such as location, room type and contract. The monthly rent can start from 1000 to 5000 AUD per month.
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