Accommodation
Homestay
Homestay is a popular accommodation option available to overseas students in Perth. Homestay may be families, couples, single people or single mothers with children. All are selected to provide good quality facilities and meals if required. The Homestay families have requested a student to stay with them, so students can be sure they will be very welcome.
Host families speak English and this will help to improve language skills. Host families help with day-to-day problems such as transport, banking and shopping. Homestay gives you a friendly environment where you can live, relax and study in comfort and security.
All questions regarding Homestay accommodation should be sent directly to the accommodation provider that you wish to use. Please visit their websites to find out more information and to complete an application form:
PSA - http://www.perthstudentaccommodation.com/
NACEL - http://www.nacel.com.au/student_accommodation
Applications for Homestay must be submitted to the accommodation provider 4 weeks prior to arrival in Perth. Please complete the application forms in full - these details will assist in providing you with suitable accommodation. If you choose Homestay, advise the accommodation providers if you have special diet or medical considerations (eg. religious; vegetarian), if you are a smoker and if you have problems living with pets (cats, dogs, etc.).
To secure Homestay, a Placement Fee must be paid at the time of submitting a request. Contact your local representative for assistance and complete the Accommodation/Airport Reception Form available from the websites listed above.
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Homestay Costs (approximate) |
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Room only |
From $140 weekly |
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Room, breakfast & dinner |
From $210-230 weekly |
Rentals
Newly arrived students - you should be aware that you may need to devote AT LEAST ONE TO TWO WEEKS to finding suitable accommodation.
Off-campus options include house or unit/ flat rentals, or hostels. Costs vary considerably depending on size, quality and location. Renting normally requires you to sign a contract of 6 or 12 months and you will usually be required to pay one month's rent in advance as well as pay a refundable deposit (bond) in the event of any damage during the rental period. Any lease or other housing arrangements entered into are at the sole discretion of the student and the accommodation provider involved.
NACEL (one of our accommodation providers) also offers 'shared student housing' in fully furnished and equipped houses. Follow this link for more information.
Information about rental properties from local Real Estate agents
and newspapers. The best day to look for housing is Saturday, using
The West Australian newspaper. Some students also have success
using the Gumtree website http://perth.gumtree.com.au/.
Some Real Estate agents that you may like to try:
http://www.harcourts.com.au/
http://www.bexleys.com.au/
http://www.ljhooker.com.au/
If you are going to rent private accommodation, please read this important 'Essential Renting Guide' (190KB) from DOCEP (Department of Consumer and Employment Protection) on renting in Western Australia.
Off Campus Accommodation & Living Costs *
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Rental Type |
Weekly Rates |
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Shared house - Room only |
$150+ |
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Shared house - One bedroom furnished |
$200+ |
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Apartment - Two bedroom unfurnished |
$250+ |
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Apartment - 3 bedroom unfurnished |
$350+ |