About Perth
Perth is Western Australia’s capital city and is dubbed the “City of Light.” It is a popular destination for various reasons, the first being its Mediterranean-like weather and abundant nature. It also has an extremely laid-back culture and is a very multicultural city.
Regarding students, many choose to call Perth their home, not only for the previously mentioned reasons but also for its relative affordability compared to other Australian cities and its high quality of education.
Through prestigious institutions such as the University of Western Australia and Curtin University, this city has continuously grown in popularity among students. Other factors contributing to the city’s popularity among students include Perth’s safety, good transportation links, and good employment opportunities.
According to the Department of Education, the city has 42,215 international students, with universities accounting for 48% of these students and vocational educational institutions accounting for 33%.
Popular Student Areas in Perth
The Swan River divides the city into North and South. In addition, the city is divided into 350 different suburbs.
Popular Perth areas include Subiaco, Dalkeith, Fremantle, and Hillarys.
1. Students living in Subiaco will be near the University of Western Australia (UWA), and purposely built accommodation would cost around AU$350 /week.
Travel time from Subiaco to the Perth CBD by different modes of transportation:
Bus - 45-60 minutes
Taxi - 20-30 minutes
Walking - (Not walkable)
2. Students living in Dalkeith pay approximately AU$500-AU$750 / week for a PBSA.
The nearest university campus is Curtin University.
Travel time from Dalkeith to the Perth CBD by different modes of transportation:
Bus - 45-60 minutes
Taxi - 20-30 minutes
Walking- (Not walkable)
3. Students living in Fremantle pay approximately AU$350 - AU$550 / week for a PBSA.
The nearest university campus is Notre Dame University Australia.
Travel time from Fremantle to the Perth CBD by different modes of transportation:
Bus - 30-50 minutes
Train - 30 minutes
Taxi - 20-30 minutes
Walking- (Not walkable)
4. Students living in Hillarys pay approximately AU$400-AU$500 / week for a PBSA.
The nearest university campus is Edith Cowan University (ECU), Joondalup Campus.
Travel time from Hillarys to the Perth CBD by different modes of transportation:
Bus - 60-90 minutes
Taxi - 30-45 minutes
Walking- 45 minutes to 1 hour.
Best Student Housing in Perth
Perth has a vast choice of student room options in proximity to their colleges and budgets.
Popular student accommodations in Perth are Campus Perth, The Boulevard, The Switch Perth Central, Curtin - Erica Underwood House, and Murdoch University Village.
Discover Student Room Types in Perth
The purpose-built student accommodation in Perth typically includes a variety of amenities included in the bills; it varies according to the provider's terms & conditions. But broadly, we suggest a student should consider budget, needs, and preferences while making decisions.
We have categorised the room types below based on preference and budget to help you in your decision-making. These are the following options:
Type 1: Affordable student rooms in Perth:
These cost around AU$200-AU$650 per month on average and are recommended for students who are comfortable sharing space. Typically, such properties are houses or apartments.
Twin room
Amenities: these often include two single beds, study areas, and storage spaces for two. They often have en-suite bathrooms. These also share social areas with flatmates, as well as the kitchen.
Subiaco avg. Rent: AU$450 - AU$650 /month
Dalkeith avg. Rent: AU$400 - AU$550 /month
Fremantle. avg. Rent:AU$350 - AU$500 /month
Hillarys. avg. Rent: AU$300 - AU$450 /month
Recommended Perth student accommodation: Campus Perth
Triple rooms
Amenities: these often include three single beds, study areas, and storage spaces for three. They often share bathrooms. These also share social areas with flatmates, as well as the kitchen.
Subiaco avg. Rent: AU$300 - AU$450 /month
Dalkeith avg. Rent: AU$300 - AU$450 /month
Fremantle. avg. Rent: AU$300 - AU$400 /month
Hillarys. avg. Rent: AU$250 - AU$400 /month
Quadruple rooms
Amenities: these often include four single beds, study areas, and storage spaces for two. They often share bathrooms. These also share social areas with flatmates, as well as the kitchen.
Subiaco avg. Rent: AU$300 - AU$450 /month
Dalkeith avg. Rent: AU$250 - AU$400 /month
Fremantle. avg. Rent: AU$250 - AU$350 /month
Hillarys. avg. Rent: AU$200 - AU$300 /month
Recommended Perth student accommodation: Campus Perth
Type 2: Affordable student rooms in Perth with privacy: These rooms cost around AU$250-AU$550 per month.
Student Single Room (non-en-suite)
Amenities: Private bedroom, Shared bathroom, shared kitchen
Subiaco avg. Rent: AU$350 - AU$500/month
Dalkeith avg. Rent: AU$300 - AU$450 /month
Fremantle. avg. Rent: AU$300 - AU$400 /month
Hillarys. avg. Rent: AU$250 - AU$350 /month
Recommended Perth student accommodation: Campus Perth
Student Single Room (en-suite)
Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, shared kitchen
Subiaco avg. Rent: Student Single Room (en-suite) /month
Dalkeith avg. Rent: AU$400 - AU$550 /month
Fremantle. avg. Rent: AU$400 - AU$500 /month
Hillarys. avg. Rent: AU$350 - AU$450 /month
Browse through Perth student single-ensuite rooms, such as Campus Perth, The Boulevard, The Switch Perth Central, and Murdoch University Village.
Room Type 3: Perth student rooms with privacy, quiet space, and near the city centre cost as little as AU$450- AU$1200 per month.
Perth Student Flats (One-bedroom)
Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, private kitchen
Subiaco avg. Rent: AU$700 - AU$1200 /month
Dalkeith avg. Rent: AU$600 - AU$1000 /month
Fremantle. avg. Rent: AU$650 - AU$1100 /month
Hillarys. avg. Rent: AU$550 - AU$900 /month
Perth student studio rooms
Amenities: Private bedroom, private bathroom, private kitchen
Subiaco avg. Rent: AU$550 - AU$850 /month
Dalkeith avg. Rent: AU$500 - AU$750 /month
Fremantle. avg. Rent: AU$500 - AU$800/month
Hillarys. avg. Rent: AU$450 - AU$700 /month
Browse through Perth student studios, such as Campus Perth, The Boulevard, and The Switch Perth Central.
Room Type 4: Amenities over budget
Student penthouses in Perth cost around AU$800–AU$3000 per month.
These are suitable for students who prefer private bedrooms, a private balcony, a terrace, privacy, spacious rooms, and a top floor over budget.
Cost of Living in Perth for Students
It varies depending on students’ lifestyle choices, but overall, apart from your Perth student accommodation rent, other expenses cannot be ignored. We have suggestions to help you save money while living in Perth as a student:
Food: AU$300 - AU$400 (basic) / month on average.
Daily recommended budget: AU$10 - AU$13 /per day.
Shop from grocery stores such as ALDI, IGA, and Spudshed.
Transportation: AU$46-AU$119/month on average
Transperth Monthly ticket (concession fares): AU$46–AU$119 (for all nine zones) for buses, trains, and ferries.
Get a second-hand bike for as little as AU$100 (one-time payment).
