Accommodation Options

There are a range of accommodation options available for students in Auckland, including renting houses or apartments, flatting or doing a homestay.  We can refer you to accredited home-stay providers if you choose this option.

1. Homestay -＄350 -＄500 per week (estimated)

Most students choose to stay with a homestay family because it allows them to get to know a new culture and provides the best opportunity to practice the English language. Homestays are valuable in providing students with insights into the Kiwi way of life and frequent practice in conversational English.

2. Hostels - $150 - $300 per week (estimated)

Hostels are usually run by organisations such as the Young Men’s Christian Association (YMCA). Students share common facilities such as kitchen and bathroom.

3. Flatting/Shared Accommodation - $150 - $300 per week (estimated)

Students often share accommodation with fellow students. Usually, they advertise online and on noticeboards. Students may have to arrange their own furniture. You can always get second-hand furniture at cheap prices.

The charges for flatting/shared accommodation may vary from suburb to suburb, but generally the accommodation close to central city is more expensive than the outer suburbs. The price usually include rent only and does not include food, bills or other expenses.

You can find you flatting rights here:

https://naumainz.studyinnewzealand.govt.nz/help-and-advice/housing/know-your-flatting-rights

4. Rental Accommodation - $300 - $600 per week (estimated)

When renting a house, apartment, or property, owners require rent to be paid in advance and will require a security bond of up to the value of one month’s rent.

Most private rental houses and flats are legally required to have a tenancy agreement in place. This protects both the property owner and the tenant.

You can visit https://tenancy.govt.nz/ to learn and understand your rights and responsibilities for renting a private accommodation in New Zealand.

You can get more details on type and cost of housing in New Zealand on this weblink:

https://naumainz.studyinnewzealand.govt.nz/help-and-advice/housing/types-of-housing 

Visit the following to know more about finding a flat in New Zealand:

https://naumainz.studyinnewzealand.govt.nz/help-and-advice/housing/finding-a-flat-in-new-zealand