International Student Housing in Australia

Yes — every CDA application accepts overseas applicants with just a passport and CoE. We can hold a room for 2–4 weeks (paid only on move-in) if your visa or flight timing is flexible. Our team can also do a live video walkthrough of the home before you commit.

Plan for AUD 2,000–3,500 in your first 4–6 weeks: that covers OPAL transport, your phone plan, groceries, a contingency, and your first 2 weeks of rent. CDA's all-bills-included rent removes the biggest variable — utility shock from a heating spike — so the budget is honest.

Tell us as soon as you know — we'll either hold the room or rematch you. We process around 200 international student applications a year and almost every one moves at least once before the final move-in date. No penalty.

No. CDA is the head-leaseholder; we do not require a parent or third-party guarantor on your booking. This is the single biggest difference vs traditional Sydney rentals.

Yes. Unlike most purpose-built student accommodation (PBSA) towers which are semester-based and force you out (or charge separately) over summer, CDA rooms are continuous — you keep your room and your housemates year-round.

Mixed. Roughly half of CDA residents are international students; the rest are Australian undergraduates, working-holiday makers, and young professionals. The housemate profiles you see before signing are anonymised but indicate nationality mix and study/work status.