Best Student Accommodation in Coffs Harbour, Australia

Popular Coffs Harbour areas among university students are Bungalower, Jetty Foreshore, and Sapphire Beach. There are a few things to keep in mind while searching for the perfect student area to stay in, including transportation, cost, and amenities.

1. Students living in Bungalower will be near Southern Cross University (SCU) Coffs Harbour. The purpose-built accommodation would cost around $500–$700/week.

• Travel time from Bungalower to the CBD by different modes of transportation:

• Bus - 10-15 minutes

• Taxi - 5-10 minutes

• Walking - 30-35 minutes

• Bike - 10-15 minutes

2. Students living in Jetty Foreshore would pay approximately $650–$900/week.

Nearby universities include Southern Cross University (SCU) Coffs Harbour.

• Travel time from Jetty Foreshore to the CBD by different modes of transportation:

• Bus - 10-15 minutes

• Taxi - 5-10 minutes

• Walking - 15-20 minutes

• Bike - 5-10 minutes

3. Students living in purpose-built student accommodation in Sapphire Beach pay around $500–$900/week. This area includes Southern Cross University (SCU) Coffs Harbour.

• Travel time from Sapphire Beach to the CBD by different modes of transportation:

• Bus - 40-45 minutes

• Taxi - 15-20 minutes

• Walking - 60 minutes

• Bike - 40 minutes

Coffs Harbour has various student room options, and students can explore different areas in Coffs Harbour near their universities and budgets. 

Popular student accommodations in Coffs Harbour that provide almost every room type include UniLodge SCU Coffs Harbour.

The purpose-built student accommodation in Coffs Harbour typically includes a variety of amenities included in the bills; it varies according to the provider's terms and conditions. But broadly, we suggest a student should consider budget, needs, and preferences while making decisions. 

Here, we have categorised the room types given below based on preference and budget to help you in your decision-making.

Type 1: Affordable student rooms in Coffs Harbour: 

These cost around $400 per week on average and are recommended for students who are comfortable sharing space. Typically, such properties are houses or apartments.

• Shared room

  • Amenities: Self-contained apartment with multiple bedrooms, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Bungalower’s average rent: $1,450 / month

  • Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,500 / month

  • Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $1,450 / month

• Triple/ Quadruple rooms

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Bungalower’s average rent: $1,350 / month

  • Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,300 / month

  • Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $1,450 / month

• Entire place

  • Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

  • Bungalower’s average rent: $2,450 / month

  • Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $2,500 / month

  • Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $2,360 / month

Type 2: Affordable student rooms in Coffs Harbour with privacy: These rooms cost around $1,480 per month. 

1. Student Single Room

   1. Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Bungalower’s average rent: $1,150 / month

   3. Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,000 / month

   4. Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $1,030 / month

2. Student Shared Flats

   1. Amenities: Private Bedroom in a shared house or flat, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Bungalower’s average rent: $1,450 / month

   3. Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,500 / month

   4. Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $1,350 / month

3. Student Twin Rooms

   1. Amenities: One room with two single beds, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Bungalower’s average rent: $950 / month

   3. Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,000 / month

   4. Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $1,100 / month

4. Student Double Room

   1. Amenities: One bedroom with double bed, shared bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Bungalower’s average rent: $1,450 / month

   3. Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,500 / month

   4. Sapphire Beach’s average rent: 1,300 / month

Room Type 3: Coffs Harbour student rooms with privacy, quiet space, and proximity to the CBD cost around  $1,000- $2,000 per month. 

5. Coffs Harbour Student Flats 

   1. Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, private kitchen

   2. Bungalower’s average rent: $1,450 / month

   3. Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,500 / month

   4. Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $1,350 / month

6. Coffs Harbour Student En-Suite Rooms 

   1. Amenities: Single bedroom, Private bathroom, shared kitchen

   2. Bungalower’s average rent: $1,250 / month

   3. Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $1,300 / month

   4. Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $1,300 / month

7. Coffs Harbour Student Studios

   1. Amenities: private bedroom, Private bathroom, private kitchen

   2. Bungalower’s average rent: $920  / month

   3. Jetty Foreshore’s average rent: $900 / month

   4. Sapphire Beach’s average rent: $950 / month

   5. Popular student studios are UniLodge SCU Coffs Harbour.

Room Type 4: Students who prefer amenities over budget

Student penthouses in Coffs Harbour cost around  $2,000–$3,000 per month.

These are suitable for students who prefer to have private bedrooms, a private balcony, a terrace, privacy, spacious rooms, and a top floor that is more than budget.

It varies depending on students’ lifestyle choices, but overall, apart from your Coffs Harbour student accommodation rent, other expenses cannot be ignored. We have suggestions to help you save money while living in Coffs Harbour as a student:

• Food: $350–$500/month on average. 

  • We suggest buying groceries that cost around £200/month and cooking your own meals. 

  • Shop at grocery stores such as Aldi, IGA, and Woolworths, as they often have lower prices than larger supermarkets.

• Transportation: £50-£70/month on average

  • Use an Opal Card: You will receive several discounts with an Opal Card.

  • The Coffs Harbour Cycle Share: This programme provides bikes for you to rent at a discounted rate.

  • Of course, walking is always an option. You can walk around the city; it’s free and fun.