Decision Review: 5 Bedroom Apartment, 1/191 Enmore Rd, Enmore
This five-bedroom dwelling at 1/191 Enmore Road offers shared living in the inner‑west suburb of Enmore, Sydney. It is listed on an independent global student‑housing platform and is managed by a local operator. The property is categorised as both a non‑ensuite room share and an independent house, meaning you rent a private bedroom while sharing common areas with up to four other residents.
The weekly rent spans AUD $215 to $480 (indicative — confirm with the operator), which covers a spectrum of room sizes and possible inclusions. The minimum lease term is 26 weeks, making it suitable for at least one academic semester or longer stays.
Who this residence suits
Groups of students or young professionals seeking an established shared house. This is a genuine five‑bedroom house, not a subdivided apartment. If you are arriving with four friends or are comfortable living with four housemates, the house provides a ready‑made social environment. The property is listed as an independent house – you typically have a kitchen, lounge, and often an outdoor area that belongs solely to the group.
Those who prioritise in‑unit laundry and internet. The tags explicitly include “laundry_facility” and “Wifi”. In Sydney’s inner‑west, not every share house has a washer/dryer on site, so this is a practical plus. Having Wifi included (or readily available) removes the chore of setting up a new connection.
Students at the University of New South Wales (UNSW) and Western Sydney University. The property is in Enmore, roughly 15–20 minutes by public transport to UNSW’s Kensington campus and to the city campus of Western Sydney University (Parramatta is a longer trip, but the inner‑west is well connected). Enmore is a lively suburb with cafes, pubs, and grocery stores within walking distance.
Long‑term renters wanting stability. The 26‑week minimum lease gives you a full semester or two quarters without needing to worry about finding somewhere new mid‑year. Extensions are possible by arrangement with the operator.
Budget‑conscious tenants who can accept a non‑ensuite room. The lowest price of AUD $215/week is below many central Sydney share options. However, you will share a bathroom with the other housemates. The upper end of the price range (AUD $480) likely corresponds to a larger or more recently refurbished room.
Who this residence does not suit
Those who need an ensuite bathroom. All rooms are classified as non_ensuite. Bathroom sharing is part of the living arrangement. If privacy in the bathroom is non‑negotiable, this property is not right for you.
Short‑term visitors or semester‑exchange students staying less than 26 weeks. The minimum lease is 26 weeks. If you only need accommodation for 10–15 weeks, you would need to negotiate a shorter term directly with the operator – but there is no guarantee they will accept.
Travellers wanting serviced accommodation. This is a standard residential house. There is no daily cleaning, concierge, or hotel‑style services. Tenants are responsible for keeping common areas clean.
Very tight budgets. While AUD $215 is low, it is not the cheapest in Sydney. The city’s from‑price (the lowest weekly rent across all listed properties on this platform) is AUD $175. The median price in this five‑bedroom house is closer to AUD $350. If your maximum budget is strictly under AUD $200 per week, this property may not be affordable.
Residents who prefer quiet living with few housemates. Five people sharing a single kitchen and bathroom (or maybe two bathrooms – confirm with the operator) can be noisy and crowded. Consider whether you are comfortable with constant shared use of facilities.
What residents actually say
As of the data published for this property, no user reviews are available on the platform. This is common for newer listings or properties where tenants have not yet submitted feedback. Without firsthand accounts, it is especially important to ask the operator:
- How are housemates matched? (If not already a pre‑formed group.)
- How often are common areas cleaned?
- Is the Wifi speed sufficient for five people streaming and studying simultaneously?
You can also try to find reviews of the same address on other public sites (not linked here), but always cross‑check with the operator.
Price positioning vs the Sydney from‑price
The platform’s current lowest weekly rent in Sydney is AUD $175. The Enmore apartment starts at AUD $215 (indicative — confirm with the operator), a premium of AUD $40 above that floor. This gap reflects:
- Suburb premium: Enmore is a sought‑after inner‑west area, closer to the city centre than many cheaper suburbs.
- House type: A five‑bedroom detached or semi‑detached house typically commands higher rent per room than a large apartment complex.
- Amenities: In‑unit laundry and included Wifi add value that cheaper rooms may lack.
The ceiling of AUD $480 is high for a shared room in Sydney. At that price you could possibly find a studio or one‑bedroom apartment in some areas. The wide range suggests rooms vary significantly in size, natural light, or possibly floor level. Always request photos and dimensions of the specific room you are offered.
Room‑type guidance
The property offers two types of listing classifications: non_ensuite (private bedroom, shared bathroom) and independent house (entire house rented to a group). For a single tenant, you would rent one room in the shared house. For a group of five, you could rent the whole house and allocate rooms yourselves.
When you inquire:
- Specify whether you are a single tenant or a group.
- Ask for the size and furniture of the room in the price bracket you are considering.
- Confirm the total number of bathrooms. A five‑bedroom house with only one bathroom can be inconvenient.
- Check if bills (electricity, gas, water) are included in the quoted weekly rent. The listing tags do not mention bills.
Booking timing
With a 26‑week minimum lease, the property is aimed at longer stays. The best time to book depends on the standard Australian academic intake:
- Semester 1 (February start): Look for availability from October of the previous year. By December, many long‑term rooms in the inner‑west are already taken.
- Semester 2 (July start): Begin searching around March–April. The 26‑week commitment means you would stay through to January, which may suit a full calendar year for some courses.
- Trimester‑based universities (e.g., UNSW): Sessions start in February, June, and September. The 26‑week minimum aligns well with two out of three trimesters.
Because there are only five rooms in this single house, availability can change quickly. If you are a solo student, you may have to compete with others for the same room. If you are a group, you have the advantage of booking the entire property at once.
General advice: Contact the operator at least six to eight weeks before your intended move‑in date. Ask whether the house is currently occupied – if current tenants have already renewed, rooms may not become free until a specific date.
FAQ
Q: Is the rent per person or for the whole apartment?
Each room is priced individually. The AUD $215–$480 range you see is the weekly rent for one room. If five people rent the whole house, the total weekly cost is the sum of the five individual room prices (which may not all be the same). Confirm with the operator how rooms are priced – sometimes a larger master bedroom costs more, and a smaller single room costs less.
Q: What utilities are included in the rent?
The listing tags do not mention utilities. You must ask the operator whether electricity, gas, and water are included in the quoted weekly rent or charged separately. The same applies to internet – although “Wifi” is listed, confirm whether it is already active and part of the rent, or if you need to pay a monthly contribution.
Q: How far is this apartment from the nearest transport and grocery stores?
Enmore Road itself is a busy commercial strip. The nearest train station is Newtown (about a 10‑minute walk) or Stanmore (slightly farther). Buses run along Enmore Road to the city and universities. Coles and Woolworths supermarkets are within walking distance in Newtown. Exact distances depend on which end of 1/191 Enmore Road you are at – check a map app before booking.
Sources & data date: This information is based on data from the independent global student‑housing platform as of July 2026. Prices and availability are indicative — confirm with the operator.
For live availability and specific room options, use the on‑site assistant available on the property page.
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