The Switch is the newest and most innovative student accommodation in Adelaide and our preferred accommodation partner. Re-defined for the younger generation, The Switch is home to many Flinders students and equipped with world-class amenities in an unbeatable inner CBD location – it's just a 22-minute train ride from Bedford Park Campus.
With Flinders University’s convenient location and so many transport and accommodation options available, living off campus is easy.
Suburbs close to Flinders University, Bedford Park campus and accessible by public transport are Bedford Park, Clovelly Park, Edwardstown, Melrose Park, St Marys, Mitchell Park, Flagstaff Hill, Panorama, Pasadena and Sturt. Some students choose to buy a car, which broadens their options. The beachside suburbs of Brighton and Glenelg are popular. Suburbs between Bedford Park and Victoria Square campus are Mile End, Plympton, Cumberland Park, Goodwood and Camden Park.
If you would prefer to live in the CBD, The Switch is Flinders University’s preferred accommodation provider. There are also other providers of student accommodation, including:
Yugo also offers incentives to Flinders University students for some room types, depending on demand and availability – please email adelaidecity@yugo.com quoting Flinders2023 in the subject line for further details or to make a booking. Bookings made through the online booking tool will not attract any incentives.
For accommodation closer to Bedford Park campus, Flinders Living runs a free database that lists private rental accommodation available in the local area.
SCAM alert
Beware of false rental advertisements on the internet.
Looking for private rental housing?
• Be very suspicious of offers that seem too good to be true
• Insist on personally inspecting the interior of the property. If you can’t inspect it yourself, ask a trusted friend or relative to inspect it for you
• Do not pay any money until you have inspected the property, met the landlord/property manager and are satisfied that the offer is genuine. If paying in cash, insist on a receipt at the time of payment
• Do not send money e.g. via money transfer, which is untraceable
• Use recommended lease agreements and forms in English
• If unsure, contact us at flinders.living@flinders.edu.au or call us on 7221 8900 for advice
The following pointers should make your search for private rental accommodation easier:
It’s important that you find the right accommodation for you – ensuring that you inspect a property, meet your housemates and feel comfortable is important to making sure you have a good experience. We would also suggest viewing a range of properties to see where you feel most comfortable.
This means that you may need to find some short-term accommodation, so you can take your time finding the right long-term home for you. These websites provide access to short term accommodation:
https://southaustralia.com/plan-a-trip/places-to-stay
Flinders University’s main campus is in Bedford Park, so you should search for properties in this suburb and surrounding areas.
Homestay is another option, which is used by International Students who are under 18, but is available for domestic students and for over 18’s.
What is Homestay?
A homestay is a cultural exchange between an international student or visitor and a local individual or family in the host country. The “host” provides accommodation and support for an agreed-upon period of time and rate. Homestays can be tailored to provide meals, assistance and other activities.
Homestays are designed to support international students and visitors who come to the host country to learn about its culture and lifestyle, improve their language skills, or study academic courses. Properly managed homestay is the ideal way to be introduced to a new country. Students learn to understand the language, culture and customs of the region in which they are studying. Many of our students make life-long friends with their host.
The Australian Homestay Network believes that a homestay program should provide international students with much more than a place to sleep and eat. Each homestay experience should provide an opportunity for the student and the host family to learn from each other, share interests, and establish a foundation for a successful stay in Australia.
Sturt Rd, Bedford Park
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