Accommodation

Choose a place that helps you settle into study.

CAC can refer students to accommodation services in Melbourne, Brisbane and Hobart. Here are the options, what to check and where to get help.

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Our partners

Accommodation partners

CAC has partnered with the Australian Homestay Network and Scape Student Accommodation to help international students find a safe place to live.

Australian Homestay Network (AHN)

Live with an Australian host family. Homestay is a friendly way to settle in, practise your English and learn about life in Australia.

Visit AHN

Scape Student Accommodation

Purpose-built student accommodation, with a community of students from around the world.

Visit Scape
Need help choosing? Our Student Support team can help you compare options and answer questions. Talk to Student Support

AHN and Scape are third-party providers. You make your arrangements and agreements directly with them.

Before you sign

Things to check

  • Inspect the property, or a live video tour, before paying
  • Get a written agreement and read it before you sign
  • Ask what is included: bills, internet, furniture, meals
  • Check travel time and cost to your campus
  • Never pay a bond in cash without an official receipt
  • Keep copies of every payment and message

Your rights

Renting help by state

Each state has a free service that explains renting rights and helps with bonds and disputes.

Important: CAC does not offer accommodation services or take any responsibility for accommodation arrangements. Providers listed on this page are independent third parties, and any costs are set by them. Students under 18 must talk to CAC before making any accommodation arrangements.

Questions

Frequently asked questions

No. CAC can refer you to accommodation services, but you make the booking and agreement directly with the provider.

Costs depend on the city, the type of accommodation and what is included. Check current prices with each provider and use the Study Australia cost of living calculator to plan.

Contact the tenancy service in your state (listed above) and talk to the CAC Student Support Officer, who can point you to help.

Students under 18 have extra welfare and accommodation requirements. Please contact CAC before you make any arrangements.

Talk to us

Need help with accommodation?

Talk to the Student Support Officer about accommodation services near your campus.

Phone: 1300 258 369
Email: [email protected]

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