Most students after spending some time in homestays or back packers decide to rent a place for themselves.

This choice gives students some more privacy, but at the same time it is more expensive, as there are some extra expenses such as electricity, phone bills, and bond (normally 4 weeks rent deposit).

The bond is given back if the accommodation is in perfect order at the end of the contract. Normally real estates will ask you to pay for professional cleaning, carpet cleaning and pest control by the end of the contract.