Student Accommodation near University of New South Wales (UNSW)

On-Campus UNSW Accommodation

The UNSW colleges can be divided into two categories: fully catered colleges and self-catered colleges. Basser College, Goldstein College, Philip Baxter College, Fig Tree Hall, and International House are some catered halls of residence that feature all meals provided, including formal dinners. The meals tend to be decent, and the cost is included in the rent, which is very convenient for students. UNSW dorms offer all-inclusive Single, Double, Quad, and Studio rooms for students. The average rent for on-campus UNSW student accommodation is approximately AUD$5,000 per semester. Prices for UNSW apartments also differ based on the kind of room, catered or self-catered property types and what amenities are offered. Each level of the UNSW dorms has social and study spaces, and there are athletic, social, and cultural events that help students meet new friends and establish friendships quickly. 

Off-Campus UNSW Accommodation

Approximately 60-70% of UNSW students rent off-campus accommodation near campus. Unlike UNSW dorms, off-campus housing offers more freedom, cheaper prices, more luxurious amenities, flexible lease terms and an independent life experience. Popular areas for UNSW off-campus accommodation include Kensington, Kingsford, Randwick, and Coogee, all of which are in proximity to campus and offer various accommodation options. uhomes.com offers a range of affordable UNSW student accommodations in these areas, with the cheapest rooms starting from AU$180 per week. There are 1-bedroom flats, studios for couples, en-suite apartments, and houses for group bookings, it is easy to find your ideal UNSW accommodation from our housing listing. We also have purpose-built University of New South Wales accommodation features all-inclusive bills, which cover water, gas, electricity, and Wi-Fi. Below are the average prices of different off-campus accommodations at UNSW. 

• Studio: AU$794.28/Week 
• En-suite: AU$660.93/Week 
• Non En-suite: AU$512.84/Week 
• Shared room: AU$498.96/Week 
• 1B accommodation at UNSW: AU$723.03/Week 
• 2B UNSW apartments: AU$738.04/Week 

Kensington, Kingsford, and Randwick are some popular areas for students to rent UNSW off-campus accommodation. UNSW main campus is located in Kensington, most of stuents choose to live in this area, uhomes.com caters to students living and we offer lots of convenient and safe UNSW student accommodation close to your campus.

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 rent of Kingsford student accommodation 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 popular neighbourhood to rent University of NSW accommodations. Randwick student accommodation costs around AUD$500–AUD$850 per month. Some cheap accommodation options for the University of New South Wales (UNSW) students include Scape Cleveland, Y Suites on Gibbons, and Scape Quay.

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$28,860 to AU$49,920, depending on the student's lifestyle. Below is a detailed overview of the UNSW cost of living: 

UNSW accommodation cost:

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.

Below are the average rent of different UNSW student accommodations:

UNSW Tuition fees

• Undergraduate: AU$ 45,120 to AU$ 49,920 per year, depending on the course.
• Postgraduate:  AU$ 44,640 to AU$ 47,760 per year
• Research: AU$ 41,760 to AU$ 46,560 per year 

Other Expenses

Food: AU$250–$500 /month

Utilities: AU$150–$250 /month

Transport: AU$50–$120 /month

Clothing/Leisure: AU$100–$300 /month

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

Books: The cost ranges from AU$500 to AU$1,000 per semester.

Many transport options conveniently surround the University of New South Wales. UNSW International House is within walking distance to campus. Students love living in the University of NSW accommodation near public transport. Living in a University of NSW accommodation with no commuting hassle will enhance your experience and allow you to focus on other important things.

1. Bus: Our UNSW accommodation not only puts students steps away from campus, but also 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 a metro station.

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

UNSW student life is diverse and vibrant, offering a range of opportunities for students to connect, learn, and have fun. There’s more to university than lecture theatres and tutorials. Enrich your experience as a member of UNSW clubs, initiatives, and support services.  

• Diverse UNSW Clubs 

UNSW has over 300 student clubs and societies, including more than 30 sports clubs. You can join some interesting clubs, such as the UNSW-ES Bulldogs (Australian Rules Football), UNSW Athletics Club, and UNSW Fitness & Aquatic Centre, which also offers a range of aquatic and fitness facilities for you to exercise, meet new friends, and enrich your college life at the school.

• World-class facilities

The University of New South Wales' Kensington campus offers world-class science labs, libraries, and buildings, as well as The Quad, making it easy to find a spacious study environment on campus. Near the campus, there are numerous popular cafés and restaurants. Coles Randwick is the nearest supermarket within a 10-minute walk. 

• Accommodation at UNSW

UNSW on-campus and off-campus student accommodation offers convenient, furnished rooms, a range of communal amenities, social spaces, regular events and activities to foster a sense of community, and provides support services.  

• Campus Culture

The University of New South Wales main campus is located in the eastern suburbs of Sydney, offering easy access to the best restuarants, cafes, nightlife, and beaches. Coogee Beach is the closest beach, offering beautiful views, surfing waves, and ideal sunbathing conditions. In addition, Australia's animal world is also thriving, notable attractions include the Taronga Zoo and the Sydney Wildlife Park. uhomes.com offers a wide selection of affordable UNSW accommodations close to tourist attractions. Here are some of the famous attractions near the University of NSW accommodations:

1. Coogee Beach
2. Bondi Beach
3. Sydney Harbour Bridge
4. Darling Harbour
5. Taronga Zoo
6. Sydney Tower
7. 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

Yes, most of our purpose-built University of NSW accommodation provides all-inclusive bills, the rent includes water, electricity, internet, and other fees. You only need to pay rent for your UNSW student apartment. There may also be some special circumstances, so check your rental agreement carefully.

The key advantages of choosing off-campus UNSW accommodation include more housing options, exclusive student discounts, living with friends and more convenient amenities.

• We offer exclusive student discounts and cash back for students who rent our UNSW off-campus accommodation.
• Compared to the UNSW dormitory, there are many off-campus studios, apartments near UNSW, and private houses to choose from.
• Simpler UNSW room booking process with our user-friendly interface.
• Rent off-campus accommodations, and you can stay with your friend despite being enrolled in different universities in Sydney.
• Private off-campus apartments near UNSW give you more privacy with en-suite bathroom, kitchen and living room.
• Generally have modern facilities such as gyms, study rooms, cinemas, and game rooms for students to enjoy.

uhomes.com is a good choice for finding UNSW accommodation because we have a vast selection of verified properties, a user-friendly platform, transparent pricing, and flexible options. uhomes.com offers a range of purpose-built UNSW student accommodation with a cool designer living environment. You can enjoy these benefits when renting our UNSW housing.

Prime Location:

Our purpose-built student accommodations near UNSW provide easy access to classes, libraries, and other university facilities, saving time and transportation costs.

Various floor plans:
Our UNSW off-campus accommodation ensures something for everyone, room types include studio, en-suite apartments, shared rooms, houses, and multi-shared apartments. Shared accommodation at UNSW allows your live with friends or family.

Study and relax amenities:

Our building amenities, including a study lounge, gym, outdoor area, recreation area, cinema room, free unlimited WiFi, and on-site support, cater to students' needs.

Comodo Homes Inner West is cheapest student apartments near UNSW, it's rent starts from AU$160 /week. The property is a 21-minute drive away from campus. Link2 Student Living (rent starts from AU$380/week) is also a cheap accommodation near UNSW, it is a 13-minute drive away from UNSW Sydney.

Mountain x Scape, Sydney, Link2 Central Apartment, Sydney, INSULR, Sydney, Scape Sydney Central, Sydney, and Castle Newtown, Sydney are some of the most affordable University of NSW accommodation purpose-built for students, with rent starting from AU$338.04/week. These accommodations near UNSW Sydney are close to campus, supermarkets, restaurants, and public transportation. You can browse our website for more cheap University of New South Wales student accommodations.

UNSW Village is the closest student accommodation near UNSW, within a 4-minute walk to the campus. By comparison, UniLodge Kensington is about a 12-minute walk, Scape Kensington takes around 15 minutes, and Scape Kingsford is approximately 18 minutes away.

If you’d like to live in a shared University of NSW accommodation with friends, just contact us to get discount for group booking and tell our consultants when you’ve submitted your UNSW accommodation application. We’ll do our best to accommodate you close to friends if there is availability.

Scape Kensington, USYD Kensington, The Switch Sydney Kensington, and Iglu Mascot Student Accommodation are some purpose-built UNSW student accommodations that cater to students' needs. Inside the University of NSW accommodation, each room is furnished with a bed, desk, chair, and wardrobe. The apartments feature a full kitchen and a spacious living and dining area, complete with sofas, a coffee table, dining chairs, and a dining table. All residents are students, and the community provides a quieter, more centralised living space for you. Browse uhomes.com for more self-catered University of NSW student accommodations.

You can get discounts for renting UNSW accommodations on our website. Some of the University of NSW's accommodation offers early bird and exclusive discounts. We also offer group discounts. Popular options are limited, you can look for your UNSW student accommodation as early as possible, and check uhomes.com occasionally for more great deals.

Scape Darling Square and Scape Darling House are two safe University of NSW Accommodations that accept under 18 students, providing facilities such as swipe card access and CCTV for your security. You can contact us, and our UNSW accommodation caters to students' living and well-being.

Students choose to rent off-campus accommodation near UNSW Sydney for more freedom and more fun. Our affordable UNSW student accommodation offers you easy access to class, allowing you to enjoy a range of luxury amenities in a safe and supportive environment. Here is a breakdown of the benefits of choosing UNSW off-campus accommodation.

1. Stress-Free Student Living: Skip the dorm crowds and enjoy off-campus accommodations near UNSW Kensington campus, offering more spacious rooms with fully furnished interiors.
2. All-inclusive bills: WiFi, utilities, and even Netflix-ready setups are included in the rent, no surprise costs!
3. Everything at your doorstep: Restaurants, cafés, and beaches are close to our UNSW housing, and the CBD is just a bus ride away.
4. Walk to class: 10-minute walk to campus, our purpose-built UNSW student accommodation is close to campus, and you can walk to class or the library for those late-night study sessions.
5. Budget-Friendly Perks: Off-campus accommodation near UNSW is cheaper than the dormitory, students can save money for weekend adventures. Split costs with friends and get exclusive deals!
6. Safety First, Always: 24/7 security & CCTV are equipped in student housing near UNSW, ensuring you can sleep soundly.
   Supportive community: Make friends in shared lounges, gyms, or rooftop hangout spots, and enrich your student life in our housing.
7. Resort-style amenities: Off-campus UNSW accommodations offer luxury amenities you won’t get in dorms, think movie nights in cinema rooms, gym sessions, or BBQs by the pool.

Yes, you can choose who you live with if you opt for a shared UNSW student accommodation. Just contact us if you need UNSW accommodation roommate matching service. uhomes.com offers a wide variety of University of NSW accommodation, including shared room, dual occupancy studio and apartment.

Some UNSW accommodations require a deposit (which may start out as a reservation fee), but not all—it depends on which student accommodation in Sydney UNSW you choose. If you are asked for a deposit, it will be capped at five weeks' rent.

You can rent pet-friendly UNSW Sydney accommodation. Camperdown, Sydney and Top Ryde, Sydney are two pet-friendly accommodations near UNSW Sydney. Some suburbs like Randwick, Coogee, Surry Hills, and Bondi offer various pet-friendly accommodation options close to the Kensington campus, such as hotels and serviced apartments, which may provide a dedicated pet spa and a play area. Contact us for more pet-frinendly accommodation near UNSW, Sydney.

Yes, student housing at UNSW is affordable for students. uhomes.com offers many premium yet affordable UNSW student accommodation, and you can choose one according to your budget and lifestyle. Shared UNSW accommodation is cheaper than private studio or 1b apartments, browse our quality and best valued University of NSW accommodation is  booking fast on our platform, contact us to get discount!

Pay for your student accommodation at UNSW Sydney on uhomes.com is easy. You can pay via net banking or your debit card. We also have our payment portal, where we can help you with the procedure. You can contact our consultants, who will teach you the payment process.

Most of off-campus UNSW accommodation boasts more on-site amenities compared to UNSW dormitory. On our off-campus UNSW student accommodation, there are a wide range of luxury amenities, like laundry room, fitness center, pool, courtyard, BBQ area, lounge, free-printing, clubhouse, business center, community activities, etc. For resident's convenience, some off-campus UNSW accommodation also provide cleaning services, on site maintance and security meansures, you can contact us for more detalis of our amenities and catering services.

UNSW students can click filters "Walk to school" or "Near bus station" on location features. uhomes.com makes it easy to choose your ideal UNSW student accommodation.

Your friends or family can stay in your UNSW accommodation, and if they stay overnight, students need to register their information and inform their UNSW accommodation staff.

uhoms.com offers shared student housing at UNSW. You can rent 2-bedroom accommodation at UNSW, 3-bedroom UNSW accommodation, or 4-bedroom+ student accommodation on our website. Group booking UNSW accommodation on uhomes.com will get cheaper price compared to other platforms.

If you encounter a maintenance issue with the University of NSW accommodation, you can address it at the accommodation's front desk or contact our consultants online. University of New South Wales student accommodation usually has an on-site maintenance team that will solve your problem immediately.

uhomes.com provides a range of catered UNSW accommodation for students, Central Park Student Accommodation, Iglu Mascot Student Accommodation, Redfern Student Accommodation are some catered housing close to campus. If you want to live in self-catered accommodation near UNSW, you can browse our website for more options.

Of course! You can book your University of NSW accommodation according to your preference. Our UNSW student accommodations fulfil your expectations and needs. Student housing at UNSW fills up quickly, so be sure to book early. If you have any questions, you can contact our expert consultants anytime at uhomes.com.

uhomes.com knows choosing the right UNSW accommodation is a big decision for students, so we're here to help you understand your UNSW accommodation choosing priorities, which will help narrow down your housing options.

1. Do you crave a supportive community or independent living?
2. Access to specific amenities?
3. What is your UNSW accommodation budget?
4. Other preferred community amenities?

Explore the page and filter your ideal UNSW student accommodation by budget, floor plan, distance to shool, and amenities. View UNSW accommodation image galleries and take a 360* virtual tour, and you can contact us for more details.

Sharing a UNSW accommodation with others is generally one of the cheapest options. A shared UNSW student accommodation means all household members have their own bedroom but share the rest of the premises, such as the kitchen, living room, bathroom and laundry. In a shared UNSW accommodation, you will usually divide the rent and utilities amongst all household members. uhomes.com offers shared UNSW residences for rent, and you can find more cheap student housing in UNSW on our page.

Wi-Fi, cleaning service, bike storage, lundary room, controlled room, concierge, and social events are common services provided by UNSW student accommodation. If you want to have any other request, you can ask our cousultants or on-site staff to help you. Filter our UNSW accommodation listing by amenities you like, apply you new home with us.

Because UNSW off-campus accommodation is often more affordable than living on campus in the dorm and is also used as an official way to learn independent living. Besides, our UNSW off-campus accommodation does give extra freedom, you can live with your pets in off-campus housing.

The cost of UNSW student apartment UNSW can be divided into on-campus and off-campus accommodation, and UNSW off campus accommodation is usually cheaper than UNSW dormitory.

UNSW on-campus accommodation ranges from AU$ 250 to AU$ 450 per week, depending on the type of apartment and floor plans. Fully-catered UNSW student accommodation can cost up to AU$ 600 per week, which includes meals and utilities. 

UNSW off-campus accommodation can vary significantly based on location and type. Renting shared apartments or houses close to the UNSW campus typically costs between AU$ 300 to AU$ 600 per week.    

UNSW Kensington campus is it’s main campus, located in Sydney's eastern suburbs, nestled between Coogee Beach and Sydney’s CBD, offers the perfect blend of coastal charm and city convenience, with shops, dining, light rail and bus services and a multicultural community at your doorstep. Our website offers a range of accommodations at UNSW Kensington campus.

Yes, it is safe to rent hotels near UNSW. Our private UNSW accommodations have 24-hour security, CCTV surveillance, and 24-hour multiple electronic access control with video surveillance systems to ensure the safety of our students. In addition, many of our hotels near UNSW Sydney have on-site security to ensure your safety.