Is 'roommates' the same as 'flatmates' in Australia?

"Roommates" is the American term; Australians more often say "flatmates" or "housemates" for people sharing a house, and "roommates" for people literally sharing a bedroom. CDA pages use the term you typed, but the underlying product — vetted housemates in shared homes — is the same.

Are CDA roommates international or local?

Both — depends on the city and home. Sydney homes typically have a mix of Australian and international residents; you can tell us preferences when you apply (e.g. cultural fit, work/study schedule) and we use them in placement.

Where we operate

Roommates Across Australia, Find Your City

CDA Coliving offers roommates 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

Roommates in Sydney

82+ suburbs across 8 zones

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

From $180/week

Explore Sydney

Region

Roommates in Queensland

Townsville · Cranbrook

Roommates 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

Roommates in Tasmania

Launceston

Roommates 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

Roommates in Australia: what to know

If you're arriving from the US, UK or other English-speaking markets, "roommates" usually translates to "flatmates" or "housemates" in Australia. The market here is heavy on listings sites and word-of-mouth, light on managed alternatives. CDA gives international arrivals a familiar managed format — vetted roommates, bills bundled, a real support team — without the cultural learning curve of figuring out Australian rental norms.

Every room, every city

What's Included with Roommates

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 Roommates Works with CDA

Step 1

Choose Your City

Browse roommates 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

Roommates in Australia, Frequently Asked Questions

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