How does CDA pick compatible housemates?

We match on the lifestyle factors that actually matter for shared living: study or work schedule, cleanliness expectations, noise preferences, and social style. You tell us your preferences when applying and we use them in placement.

Are there shared house rules at CDA homes?

Yes — each home has a short, sensible set of standards (cleaning, noise, guests) shared with every housemate at move-in. Predictable expectations are part of why managed share living works.

Where we operate

Housemates Across Australia, Find Your City

CDA Coliving offers housemates across Australia's east coast. Fully furnished rooms with all bills included, vetted housemates, and flexible leases. Choose your city below to explore available suburbs and pricing.

Housing 1,500+ people · 84+ suburbs · Sydney · Queensland · Tasmania

Suburbs

94+

All bills included

From $190/wk

People housed

1,500+

Lease terms

Flexible

Tenant Rent payments are fortnightly

Pick a region

Choose Your City

Region

Housemates in Sydney

82+ suburbs across 8 zones

Sydney is Australia's largest city and CDA's biggest housemates network. From the Inner West to the Hills District, Parramatta to the Northern Beaches, find housemates near every major university and employment hub.

From $180/week

Explore Sydney

Region

Housemates in Queensland

Townsville · Cranbrook

Housemates in tropical North Queensland. Affordable furnished rooms near James Cook University with air conditioning costs included. A perfect base for students and professionals in Townsville.

From $185/week

Explore Queensland

Region

Housemates in Tasmania

Launceston

Housemates in one of Australia's most liveable and affordable cities. Near University of Tasmania, Cataract Gorge, and Launceston CBD. All bills including heating covered during Tasmania's cool winters.

From $240/week

Explore Tasmania

The CDA difference

How CDA matches housemates in Australia

Housemate compatibility in Australia is usually left to interview luck. CDA does it as a managed process: every applicant submits lifestyle preferences (study/work schedule, cleanliness expectations, noise level, social style) and our team places people into homes where those things are likely to align. We don't promise perfection — but it beats a 20-minute interview with strangers.

Every room, every city

What's Included with Housemates

Fully furnished private room (bed, desk, wardrobe, bedside table)

All bills included, Wi-Fi, electricity, gas, water

Shared kitchen, bathroom, laundry, and common areas

Regular common area cleaning coordination

Maintenance support, lodge a ticket, we handle it

Flexible lease terms, no 12-month lock-in

Simple process

How Housemates Works with CDA

Step 1

Choose Your City

Browse housemates in Sydney, Queensland, or Tasmania. Each city page shows available suburbs with pricing and local info.

Step 2

Pick Your Suburb

Find a suburb near your university, workplace, or lifestyle. Every listing shows commute times, nearby amenities, and fortnightly rent.

Step 3

Move In

Apply online in 5 minutes. Your room is furnished and ready, Wi-Fi connected, bills running. Just bring your suitcase.

Common questions

Housemates in Australia, Frequently Asked Questions

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Furnished rooms, all bills included, flexible leases. Choose your city above or apply now.

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