Student Accommodation near The University of New South Wales

Our safe and convenient UNSW student accommodation offers modern, fully-furnished rooms in a prime location near campus. With an inclusive global community, you’ll have the opportunity to build lifelong friendships while enjoying contemporary amenities in our properties.

Room Amenities

King single bed (mattress & protector)

Wardrobe with hanging space & storage

Study desk and chair, set of drawers

Rubbish bin, pinboard

The bathroom:shower, toilet, basin, towel rack

Functional Kitchen: refrigerator, stove, cooktop, oven, microwave, sink, etc.

Spacious living/dining area: sofas, coffee table, dining table & chairs

Utilities covered: Wi-Fi, electricity, gas, and water are included in your UNSW accommodation fees.

Shared Facilities & Services

Dedicated study rooms

Landscaped courtyards/rooftop terraces

BBQ areas

Vending machines

On site laundry

Common area cleaning

Security

• 24/7 security team, patrols

• CCTV surveillance
• Controlled access

• Security office open 24/7

The on-campus UNSW student accommodation offers Single, Double, Quad, and Studio for students to choose. If you want to rent accommodations near Kensington, UNSW, student flats are generally more affordable than self-contained accommodation, the average rent of on-campus UNSW student accommodation is about AUD$5,000/semester. Besides, on-campus UNSW accommodation price will differ according to room types, configurations, and services. Meanwhile, UNSW international house provides an ideal atmosphere for international students.

Advantages of on-campus UNSW accommodation:

1. Closer to classrooms, school resources, saves your time and transportation costs.

2. Easier to meet other students and develop lifelong friendships.

3. Rent and utilities are often bundled, making budgeting easier.

However, on-campus UNSW student accommodation comes with a fixed term. If you want to rent off-campus UNSW accommodation with short term or flexible lease terms, uhomes.com is your best choice.

The latest data shows that the majority of UNSW students, likely around 60-70%, rent off-campus housing. Compared to UNSW dorms, off-campus UNSW student accommodation offers flexible lease terms, more modern and luxurious amenities, and an independent living experience. uhomes.com provides 1b/2b flats, studios, en-suites, non en-suites, and shared UNSW off-campus accommodations that cater to various lifestyles. Below are the average prices of different off-campus UNSW accommodations.

• Studio: AU$790.86/Week 
• En-suite: AU$679.96/Week 
• Non En-suite: AU$500.29/Week 
• Shared accommodation near UNSW: AU$507.20/Week 
• 1B accommodation at UNSW: AU$768/Week 
• 2B UNSW student accommodation: AU$717.12/Week 

Pros of off-campus UNSW accommodation

1. Off-campus housing can be more affordable, especially if shared with roommates.

2. Ability to choose a neighbourhood that suits your lifestyle.

3. Freedom to choose your roommates or live alone.

243 Anzac Parade, 58/243 Anzac Parade Kingsford, 255 Anzac Pde Kingsford, 398-402 Anzac Parade, 255 Anzac Parade, Summer Hill Student Accommodation are some modern, fully-furnished UNSW off-campus accommodations within walking distance to campus. Whether you prefer solo or co-living, you can find an ideal UNSW accommodation from our housing listing.

UNSW dorms are limited, with around 60-70% of students residing in off-campus UNSW accommodation. Here are three vibrant neighbourhoods close to the UNSW campus, and uhomes.com offers the best UNSW student accommodation in these areas.

1. Kensington

Walk - 10-15 minutes to UNSW 

Bus - 5-10 minutes to UNSW 

Kensington’s average apartment rent is around AUD$750–AUD$1,000/month. UNSW student accommodation options in this area include Central Student Accommodation, Link2 Broadway Apartment, and Student Village North Ryde.

2. Kingsford

• Walk - 20-25 minutes to UNSW
• Bus - 5-10 minutes to UNSW 
• Taxi - 5-10 minutes to UNSW 

Compared to Kensington, Kingsford is a little further from the UNSW campus. The average housing rent in Kingsford is around AUD$650–AUD$1,000/month. The best University of New South Wales accommodation in Kingsford includes Central Park Student Accommodation, Redfern Student Accommodation, and Scape Darling House.

3. Randwick

• Bus - 10-15 minutes to UNSW
• Taxi - 5-10 minutes to UNSW 
• Walk - 30-40 minutes to UNSW 

Randwick is another neighbourhood to rent UNSW student apartments, with Randwick’s average rent being around AUD$500–AUD$850/month. Some affordable accommodation options for University of New South Wales (UNSW) students include Scape Cleveland, Y Suites on Gibbons, and Scape Quay.

As one of Australia's top institutions, the cost of studying at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) varies depending on your UNSW tuition, UNSW student accommodation type and personal spending habits. Below is a detailed overview of the UNSW cost of living:

UNSW Cost of Living
The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is located in Sydney, Australia and the cost of living is relatively high. The cost of living mainly includes UNSW student accommodation, food, transport and entertainment expenses. According to the university's estimate and the Australian Immigration Department's regulations, the annual living expenses for international students range from approximately AU$ 23,000 to AU$ 36,000, depending on the student's lifestyle. Below are some common types of student accommodation in Sydney UNSW:

UNSW on-campus accommodation: AU$435 to AU$820 per week (self-catering) or AU$405 to AU$630 per week (inclusive of meals), and around AU$23,000 to AU$45,000 per year.
UNSW off-campus accommodation: costs around AU$525 to AU$660 per week (shared flats) or AU$715 to AU$1,215 (one-bedroom flats), and around AU$31,000 to AU$73,000 a year.

• Studio: AU$715/week
• En-suite: AU$623/week
• Non En-suite: AU$468/week
• Shared student accommodation near UNSW: AU$417/week
• 1B UNSW accommodation: AU$829/week
• 2B UNSW student accommodation: AU$1,085/week/person
• 3B UNSW student apartment: AU$1,597/week/person
• 4B student housing in UNSW: AU$1,795/week/person
• 5B+ student housing in UNSW: AU$1,227/week/person

uhomes.com offers a variety of UNSW off campus accommodations for students. In addition, students need to consider transport costs (such as bus, metro or car fares), daily food costs, entertainment costs and the cost of books and other study materials.

UNSW Tuition fees

• Domestic Students: AU$ 10,000 to AU$ 14,000 per year for undergraduate programs, depending on the course.
• International Students:  AU$ 30,000 to AU$ 50,000 per year for undergraduate programs.

Other Expenses

Health Insurance: For international students, Overseas Student Health Cover (OSHC) can cost around AUD 500 to AUD 600 per year.

Books: costs about AU$500 to AU$1,000 per semester.

Other miscellaneous fees: These include student fees, sports fees, laboratory fees, etc., which are about AU$100 to AU$200 per semester.

Many transport options conveniently surround the University of New South Wales. UNSW International house within walking distance to campus. Students love living in our UNSW student apartments near public transport. Living in a University of NSW accommodation with no commuting hassle will upscale your experience and concentrate on other important things.

1. Bus: Our UNSW accommodation not only puts students steps away from campus, as well as many bus stations. The buses usually go through the Sydney city centre, Central Station, and other places. If you choose to travel to the UNSW campus by bus, you can select either the Wycombe-Narrowburn bus (M10) or the Narrowburn-Marshall Avenue campus bus (400, M50, L94, 391, 393, 394) and get off at the corresponding stop.

2. Train: Sydney's large train station is Central Station, from which it only takes about 20 minutes to get to the campus by T1 train. Smaller train stations like Kings Cross and Edgecliff are also near the UNSW campus. Light rail services can take you to UNSW from Central Station.

3. Metro: UNSW campus can be accessed by the T1 line, which allows passengers to connect at Town Hall, Wynyard, or Martin Place stations in the Sydney city centre. uhomes.com offers UNSW accommodation near metro station.

4. Bicycle: All of our UNSW student accommodation offers bicycle storage. Sydney is a bicycle-friendly city, and there are some UNSW students choose to ride a bicycle as their commuting way.

Living in UNSW dorms is convenient for students to explore popular local spots, arts and culture. The University of New South Wales is in the centre of Sydney, offers easy access to best restaurants, cafes, nightlife and beach. The beach is a mecca in many people's minds, with beautiful beach views, surfing waves, sunbathing. In addition, Australia's animal world is also prosperous, with Chatswood Zoo or Safari Park and other places, as well as kangaroos, koalas, and other animals in close contact. uhomes.com offers affordable UNSW accommodations close to natural beauty, and public transportation. Here are some of the famous attractions near University of NSW accommodations:

1. Bondi Beach

2. Sydney Harbour Bridge

3. Darling Harbour

4. Taronga Zoo

5. Sydney Tower

6. Australian Museum

The University of South Wales' strong academic programs are concentrated in engineering, business, law, education, psychology, clinical medicine, and other fields, ranked among the top 100 in the world. Seven specializations are ranked in the QS Global TOP20, with mining ranked 9th and accounting and finance ranked 10th globally; seven specializations are ranked in THE Global TOP100, with law ranked 23rd globally.

1. Mechanical Engineering

2. Civil Engineering

3. Legal Studies

4. Accounting and Finance