Student Accommodation near The University of New South Wales

The University of New South Wales (UNSW) is one of the largest comprehensive universities in Australia, with over 50,000 students. Engineering, computer science and commerce are strongest courses int the school.  Founded in 1949, UNSW campus is located in Randwick in the Sydney metropolitan area of New South Wales, Australia, about 5 kilometres from the centre of Sydney. The school has five campuses in Sydney, Kensington, Randwick, Botany, Paddington and ADFA (Australian Defence Force Academy). UNSW is also one of the top eight universities in Australia and a member of Universitas 21, other members include The University of Melbourne, The University of Queensland. 

uhomes.com offers plenty of purpose-built student housing near UNSW Kensington, Sydney, Australia, as well as hotels near UNSW Kensington, Sydney. There are private and shared room types, no matter which type of University of New South Wales student accommodation you prefer, you can browse and find your ideal University of Nsw accommodation on our website.

The best UNSW student accommodation close to campus let you fully immersing yourself in university life and creating a cool living experience. Browse our UNSW accommodation portal, we offer many affordable, comfortable, and furnished student accommodation options with first-class amenities and 24/7 security service. Inside our luxury University of NSW accommodation, there are various amenities, open layouts, and expansive windows with panoramic view of the city. The best UNSW accommodation puts you stpes away from grocery shop, eat out, public transportation and other local amenities. Live your best student life at uhomes.com, choose your ideal student housing at UNSW align with your budget and preferences. uhomes.com offers professional rental advice and a wide range of UNSW accommodation options with studio, en-suite, non en-suite, shared room and 1b/2b apartment, ensuring your student accommodations in Sydney UNSW satisfy your basic needs. Below are some of the best UNSW accommodation options:

1. UNSW Village
2. Scape Kensington
3. The Switch Sydney Kensington
4. USYD-Kensington
5. Scape Darling House
6. Scape Sydney Central
7. Scape Redfern
8. Scape Glebe
9. Mascot Student Accommodation
10. Central Student Accommodation
11. Broadway Student Accommodation

Finance is one of the primary factors to consider when searching for UNSW accommodation. uhomes.com offers many quality and budget-friendly University of NSW accommodations with cashback and discounts. Additionally, our off-campus UNSW accommodation is a short walk and bus ride from the campus, local amenities, etc. Here is a list of cheap accommodation in New South Wales.

37 Forsyth St

301 Anzac Pde

28 Crystal St

44-50 Gardeners Rd

62 Meeks St

537 Harris St, Ultimo

60 Harbourne Road

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.

Pors of on-campus UNSW accommdation:

1. Closer to classrooms, school resources, save 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 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 datas shown that majority of UNSW students, likely around 60-70%, rent off-campus housing. Compared to UNSW dorms, off-campus UNSW student accommodation offers flexible lease term, more modern and luxury amenities, independent life experience. uhomes.com provides 1b/2b flats, studio, en-suite, non en-suite, and shared UNSW off-campus accommodations caters to various lifestyles, below are average price of different off-campus UNSW accommodation.

• 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 neighborhood 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, there are about 60-70% students living in off-campus UNSW accommodation. Here are three vibrant neighborhoods close to UNSW campus, and uhomes.com offers the best UNSW student accommodation in these neighborhoods.

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

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 concentarte 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.

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.

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 restuarants, 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 Chatwood 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

UNSW student accommodation has various options, on-campus and off-campus UNSW accommodation are all available. Our comfortable and safe UNSW accommodation ensure you feel like home. Here are the most common room types of UNSW student accommodation.

• Studio
• En-suite
• Non-En-suite
• Shared student accommodation near UNSW
• 1B UNSW accommodation
• 2B UNSW student accommodation

Find suitable University of NSW accommodation on uhomes.com is easy with our user-friendly filters, and we simplified the booking process and allows you to explore, compare and book perfect student housing at UNSW according to your preferences and budget. Here are the specific steps：

1. Filter the housing listing

2. Choose a flat, clike "Enquire Now" or "Book Now"

3. Pay the application fees

If you are settled in the University of New South Wales student accommodation and have any questions, contact us.

Yes, most uhomes.com University of NSW accommodation includes all bills, such as water, electricity, internet, and other fees. So you only need to pay the rent for your UNSW student apartment. There may also be some special circumstances, so check your rental agreement carefully.

There are some benefits of booking UNSW off campus accommodation over UNSW on campus accommodation.

• uhome.com offers discounts or cash back if you rent UNSW off-campus accommodation on our platform.
• Compared to UNSW dormitory, there are many UNSW student apartment types to choose from.
• Avoid complex UNSW room booking process.
• Rent UNSW off campus accommodation, you can stay with your friend despite being enrolled in different universities in Sydney.
• UNSW off campus accommodation gives you more privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.
• UNSW off campus accommodation generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms for students to enjoy.

The best month to book UNSW accommodation is typically between January and March if you are a new undergraduate.

July and August are more suitable for returning students, and if you are a new postgraduate, you’d better look for your UNSW accommodation as soon as you receive your offer.

Remember, UNSW accommodation resources are processed on a first-come, first-served basis; you’d better start looking for your UNSW accommodation one month before your move-in day.

uhomes.com offers purpose-built UNSW accommodation in the heart of Sydney with cool designer living spaces. Our buidling amenities including study and relax areas, on-site support, caters to students needs. Off-campus accommodation at UNSW also allows your live with friends in others Sydney' colleges.
With a wide range of floor plans, such as studio, en-suite, non en-suite, 1b/2b apartments and shared room, our UNSW apartments are suitable for all students.