Accommodation
When you arrive first time in Australia, to assist you in adjusting to life in Australia, ANC can arrange for representative to greet you at airport and drive you to pre-arranged accommodation. This services is free of charge.
ANC staff can assist and provide you with the information regarding temporary and long-term accommodation booking. Once you get your student visa and book the airline ticket, you can contact us to get support with accommodation arrangement.
Temporary accommodation
You may want to have a temporary accommodation if you need somewhere to stay whilst searching for permanent housing. See some suggestions below to consider:
Long Term Accommodation
Students who plan to arrange their own long-term accommodation can refer to the information below for guidance on securing suitable housing options in Melbourne:
Advice for students
Most students usually go for shared accommodation such as room share or house share. It is cheaper to go for shared accommodation. Rental properties are normally leased for a minimum of 6 - 12 months. You will need to pay a rental bond, which is usually equivalent to 2 to 4 weeks rent. The bond is returned to you at the end of your rental lease. Rent may include or exclude the electricity, gas, internet and phone bills. We advise you to check these additional costs before signing a leasing contract.
There are other ways to find accommodation in Melbourne. Students can check the advertisements in the city, local newspapers or online. Facebook Marketplace often has new listings for flats and share houses frequently and is a popular platform to search for accommodation. Make sure to thoroughly inspect before deciding to move into any property or signing agreements.
You can also visit a real estate agent to see if they have any suitable property for you to rent. If you rent a place yourself you may have to find other people to share with you.
