Off-Campus Accommodation

We maintain an extensive online database of various types of accommodation located near the University's campuses or within easy access via public transport. Students and staff are able to access the database online via the University website or can visit the Off-Campus Accommodation office for assistance.

Types of Available Accommodation

The database lists:

  • Share accommodation
  • Full board
  • Rental property
  • Accommodation in exchange for work
  • Share accommodation on a temporary basis.

You should be aware of the following prior to using the Accommodation Database.

Any information contained on this database:

  • Is not guaranteed as being complete, accurate or up to date;
  • Is not an endorsement by the Accommodation Service of a particular accommodation provider. The Accommodation Service does not provide vetting of accommodation providers. You will need to make your own inquiries regarding the suitability of the person offering accommodation as a potential co-tenant or landlord;
  • Is not a warranty as to the suitability or condition of any accommodation listed. The Accommodation Service does not inspect any of the accommodation listed on this database. It is up to students to make their own inquiries about the suitability and condition of accommodation.

The Accommodation Office reserves the right to decline to list an advertisement or at any time terminate a listing of an advertisement in its absolute discretion without any liability to you.

Finding a Property

If you find a property advertised on the database that you are interested in, contact the advertiser offering the accommodation by telephone and ask as many questions as you can about the property. This will save you visiting properties that may not meet your needs. Refer to the checklist of Questions to Ask for details of suggested questions.

Search for accommodation on the off campus accommodation database. Suburbs favoured by students are usually those along the train line such as Ourimbah, Lisarow, Niagara Park, Narara, Gosford, Tuggerah, Wyong, Point Clare, Tascott and Woy Woy. Outerlying beachside suburbs such as Terrigal, Avoca and The Entrance require travel by bus and train to access the campus.

If you have accommodation you would like to offer to students,click here for information about providing accommodation.

Contact Us

The Student Welfare Officer
Student Support Unit
The University of Newcastle
Ourimbah Campus
PO Box 127, Ourimbah NSW

Phone: +61 2 4348 4060
Fax: +61 2 4348 4065
Email: student-support-ourimbah@newcastle.edu.au