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**Applications for 2027 48 Week Contract open 10am Monday 21st September 2026**

Learn about rental rates and fees

See the fees associated with living in on-campus accommodation, and learn about the scholarships that may be available to you.

2027 Contract dates

January Move-In – 48 Week Contract
Start Date: Thursday 14 January 2027
End Date: Thursday 16 December 2027

Note: We do not assign rooms based on the date you apply

2027 Contract rates

Room typeWeekly rate (per person)
Twin room$308
Six bedroom apartment$436
Six bedroom Plus room$447
Four bedroom apartment$461 
Studio$564
Accessible Studio$564
One bedroom apartment$644

2026 Contracts limited rooms remaining 

*Eligible students may apply via the accommodation portal for any current contract cancellations via the waiting list here. Contact housing@mq.edu.au for further information.

Learn about the types of rooms available.

Fees

At the time of applying we require:

  • an annual cleaning fee
  • a rental bond equivalent to four weeks of accommodation fees.

Paying your rent

Rental payments are due fortnightly with the first instalment due 21 days before the contract start date.

Pay your fees via the accommodation portal

Information about your rent and how to pay will be sent by email with your accommodation allocation.

It is important to ensure you are attending Macquarie University before you apply for a room. If you sign a contract, and then decide not to enrol at Macquarie, you may still be liable for the overall cost of the accommodation until a replacement is found for the room.

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