The University of New South Wales — student housing nearby (2026)

Sydney NSW 2033, Australia

QS #20World University Rankings
★ 4.4Google campus rating
1,476published reviews
141residences in Sydney

Campus voices

What people say about The University of New South Wales

Casandra TP ★★★★★ · Google review · 4 months ago

The university runs tours of the campus every second Saturday and is aimed for families of future students but is also suitable for anyone who is interested in learning about UNSW. Be warned there are a number of stairs and the university is quite large so wear comfortable shoes. You will hear stori

ꕤ My Nhu (Oggi Meo hihi) ★★★★★ · Google review · 4 months ago

Teachers here? Super real, super helpful. School’s vibe is ✨ Not gonna lie, this school slaps. Staff actually know what they’re doing , luvitttt

Lindoll Liang ★★★★★ · Google review · 4 months ago

We visited UNSW last summer, many years after I graduated back in 2007, and it was wonderful to walk around the campus again! The environment is vibrant and full of energy, and it was nostalgic to see familiar spots from my student days. The campus cafes are great — though I really missed the laksa

Imelda Iskandar ★★★★★ · Google review · a month ago

Always happy to come back to this place. Lucky people to be able to learn at this University.

Verbatim excerpts from published Google reviews of the campus.

Housing

Housing near The University of New South Wales

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5.0 (33)

Y Suites on Margaret

Sydney, Australia

from A$739/wkindicative — confirm with the operator

Room in a 5 Bedroom Apartment, Anzac Parade, Kingsford — student accommodation in Sydney 5.0 (17)

Room in a 5 Bedroom Apartment, Anzac Parade, Kingsford

Sydney, Australia

from A$280/wkindicative — confirm with the operator

Room in a 11 Bedroom Apartment, 70 Flinders, Darlinghurst — student accommodation in Sydney 5.0 (11)

Room in a 11 Bedroom Apartment, 70 Flinders, Darlinghurst

Sydney, Australia

from A$245/wkindicative — confirm with the operator

Room in a 17 Bedroom Apartment, 191 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst — student accommodation in Sydney 5.0 (11)

Room in a 17 Bedroom Apartment, 191 Darlinghurst Road, Darlinghurst

Sydney, Australia

from A$175/wkindicative — confirm with the operator

NESTL Newtown — student accommodation in Sydney 5.0 (10)

NESTL Newtown

Sydney, Australia

from A$730/wkindicative — confirm with the operator

Castle Student Accommodation Dulwich Hill — student accommodation in Sydney 5.0 (8)

Castle Student Accommodation Dulwich Hill

Sydney, Australia

from A$409/wkindicative — confirm with the operator

The University of New South Wales — housing FAQ

Where do The University of New South Wales students live?
Most purpose-built options sit in Sydney, where FindStay lists 141 residences with indicative rates from A$175/wk. Compare them on the Sydney housing page.
How is The University of New South Wales rated?
The University of New South Wales ranks #20 in the QS World University Rankings and holds a 4.4★ Google rating across 1,476 published campus reviews. Rankings measure the institution — visit days and open campuses tell you more about daily life.
When should I book housing near The University of New South Wales?
Popular residences release rooms two or three terms ahead of each intake, and the best-priced rooms go first. Shortlist early, then confirm pricing and contract terms directly with the operator — figures on FindStay are indicative.

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