About Sydney
Sydney is one of the most popular cities for students. Many students enjoy staying in Sydney. Here is a breakdown of the proportion of international students by level of study in Sydney:
Undergraduate: 50%
Master’s: 33%
PhD: 20%
Sydney offers high-quality education through its prestigious universities: the University of Sydney, the University of New South Wales, the University of Technology Sydney, and Macquarie University, among other world-renowned institutions. Besides its academic rigour, this city attracts students from all over the world.
Popular Student Areas in Sydney
Popular Sydney accommodation areas among university students are Darlington, Chippendale, and Redfern. There are a few things to keep in mind while searching for the perfect student area to stay in, including transportation, cost, and amenities.
Darlington:
Darlington is a well-known student area in Sydney. Student accommodations here cost between AUD$300 to AUD$500 per week.
Distance to the University of Sydney:
Walking: 1 minute
Cycling: 1 minute
Distance to the Australian Catholic University:
Walking: 1 hour 30 minutes
Cycling: 38
Bus: 36 minutes
Distance to the City Centre:
Walking: 45 minutes
Cycling: 14 minutes
Bus: 25 minutes
Chippendale:
In Chippendale, student accommodations range from approximately AUD$300 to AUD$500 per week.
Distance to the University of Sydney:
Walking: 15 minutes
Cycling: 5 minutes
Bus: 8 minutes
Distance to the University of Notre Dame Australia:
Walking: 4 minutes
Cycling: 1 minute
Distance to the City Centre:
Walking: 30 minutes
Cycling: 10 minutes
Bus: 21 minutes
Redfern:
Redfern offers affordable student accommodations, with rates between AUD$300 to AUD$500 per week.
Distance to the University of Sydney:
Walking: 19 minutes
Cycling: 6 minutes
Bus: 12 minutes
Distance to the University of Notre Dame Australia:
Walking: 22 minutes
Cycling: 6 minutes
Bus: 23 minutes
Distance to the City Centre:
Walking: 37 minutes
Cycling: 11 minutes
Bus: 25 minutes
These areas offer various transport options and are close to major universities and amenities, making them ideal for students studying in Sydney.
Less Popular Yet Student-Recommended Areas Near Universities in Sydney
Zetland:
A nice and quiet inner suburb in Sydney.
Distance to the University of Sydney: 28 minutes by bus
Distance to the University of Notre Dame Australia: 25 minutes by bus
Distance to the City Centre: 21 minutes by bus
Student Halls near Zetland:
Royal Randwick Racecourse Sydney:
A popular horse racing racecourse.
Distance to the University of Sydney: 52 minutes by bus
Distance to the University of Notre Dame Australia: 51 minutes by bus
Distance to the City Centre: 49 minutes by bus
Student Studios near Royal Randwick Racecourse Sydney:
Ultimo:
An inner-city suburb that is adjacent to the central business district.
Distance to the University of Sydney: 24 minutes walking
Distance to the University of Notre Dame Australia: 10 minutes walking
Distance to the City Centre: 24 minutes walking
Student Rooms near Ultimo:
Regent Street Sydney:
A popular area with many shops and facilities.
Distance to the University of Sydney: 14 minutes walking
Distance to the University of Notre Dame Australia: 13 minutes walking
Distance to the City Centre: 32 minutes walking
Student Apartments near Regent Street Sydney:
Best Student Housing in Sydney
Sydney has various student room options, and students can explore different areas in Sydney near their universities and budgets.
Popular student accommodations in Sydney that provide almost every room type are Scape Sydney Central, Scape Cleveland, Western Sydney UV Campbelltown, Scape Abercrombie, and Scape Darling Square.
Sydney Student housing near CBD:
Discover Student Room Types in Sydney (Approx. AU$500 - AU$3000/ month)
The purpose-built student accommodation in Sydney 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 Sydney:
These cost around AU$365 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
Darlington’s average rent: AU$1,550 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$1,450 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$1,550 / month
Recommended shared rooms include Bright & modern single-bedroom in a residence in Sydney, near Fitzroy Gardens.
Triple/ Quadruple rooms
Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$950 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$940 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$850 / month
Entire place
Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$1,750 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$1,640 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$1,550 / month
Type 2: Affordable student rooms in Sydney with privacy: These rooms cost around AU$1,280 per month.
Student Single Room
Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$550 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$500 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$540 / month
Recommended student single rooms include Western Sydney UV Penrith.
Student Shared Flats
Amenities: Private Bedroom in a shared house or flat, shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$1,750 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$1,500 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$1,540 / month
Student Twin Rooms
Amenities: One room with two single beds, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$2,350 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$2,500 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$2,400 / month
Recommended twin rooms include Scape Darling House.
Student Double Room
Amenities: One bedroom with double bed, shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$550 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$500 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$540 / month
Room Type 3: Sydney student rooms with privacy, quiet space, and proximity to the CBD cost around AU$1,000- AU$2,000 per month.
Sydney Student Flats
Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, private kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$550 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$500 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$600 / month
Sydney Student En-Suite Rooms
Amenities: Single bedroom, Private bathroom, shared kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$1,650 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$1,500 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$1,500 / month
Browse through students' en-suites in Sydney, such as Scape Sydney Central.
Sydney Student Studios
Amenities: private bedroom, Private bathroom, private kitchen
Darlington’s average rent: AU$1,750 / month
Chippendale’s average rent: AU$1,800 / month
Redfern’s average rent: AU$1,700 / month
Popular student studios are Scape Sydney Central and Scape Cleveland.
Room Type 4: Students who prefer amenities over budget
Student penthouses in Sydney cost around AU$2,000–AU$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.
Cost of Living in Sydney for Students (Approx. AU$400 - AU$670)
It varies depending on students’ lifestyle choices, but overall, apart from your Sydney student accommodation rent, other expenses cannot be ignored. We have suggestions to help you save money while living in Sydney as a student:
Food: AU$350–AU$600/month on average.
We suggest buying groceries that cost around £200/month and cooking your own meals.
Shop at grocery stores such as Aldi, Lidl, and IGA, as they often have lower prices than larger supermarkets.
- Transportation: AU$50-AU$70/month on average
- Get an Opal Card: it offers discounts and capped fares for students.
- Buy a new bike for AU$300, easily available for students, which is equal to one month's rent and will benefit you for the entire year.
- Of course, walking is always an option. You can walk around the city; it’s free and fun.