{"id":12441,"date":"2026-05-03T11:04:18","date_gmt":"2026-05-03T11:04:18","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/?p=12441"},"modified":"2026-05-03T11:04:20","modified_gmt":"2026-05-03T11:04:20","slug":"best-places-for-students-to-live-in-sydney-your-honest-neighbourhood-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/juice\/student-success\/best-places-for-students-to-live-in-sydney-your-honest-neighbourhood-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Places for Students to Live in Sydney: Your Honest Neighbourhood Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t<div data-elementor-type=\"wp-post\" data-elementor-id=\"12441\" class=\"elementor elementor-12441\" data-elementor-post-type=\"post\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2ed54a23 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"2ed54a23\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2a46c43 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"2a46c43\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>The first lesson you learn in Sydney is that while the beach is free, almost everything else will test your character (and your wallet). But here&#8217;s the good news: picking the right neighbourhood can transform your student experience from a financial tightrope walk to a sun-drenched adventure filled with great snacks and plenty of chill. If you&#8217;re trying to figure out where to live as a <a href=\"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/au\/sydney\/student-accommodation\">student accommodation in Sydney<\/a>, or searching for the best student areas in Sydney, this guide cuts through the noise with honest advice.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-4053290 elementor-toc--minimized-on-tablet elementor-widget elementor-widget-table-of-contents\" data-id=\"4053290\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;exclude_headings_by_selector&quot;:[],&quot;no_headings_message&quot;:&quot;No headings were found on this page.&quot;,&quot;headings_by_tags&quot;:[&quot;h2&quot;,&quot;h3&quot;,&quot;h4&quot;,&quot;h5&quot;,&quot;h6&quot;],&quot;marker_view&quot;:&quot;numbers&quot;,&quot;minimize_box&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;minimized_on&quot;:&quot;tablet&quot;,&quot;hierarchical_view&quot;:&quot;yes&quot;,&quot;min_height&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_tablet&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]},&quot;min_height_mobile&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;px&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"table-of-contents.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__header\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h4 class=\"elementor-toc__header-title\">\n\t\t\t\tTable of Contents\t\t\t<\/h4>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--expand\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__4053290\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Open table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-down\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M207.029 381.476L12.686 187.132c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941l22.667-22.667c9.357-9.357 24.522-9.375 33.901-.04L224 284.505l154.745-154.021c9.379-9.335 24.544-9.317 33.901.04l22.667 22.667c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941L240.971 381.476c-9.373 9.372-24.569 9.372-33.942 0z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__toggle-button elementor-toc__toggle-button--collapse\" role=\"button\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-controls=\"elementor-toc__4053290\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-label=\"Close table of contents\"><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-chevron-up\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M240.971 130.524l194.343 194.343c9.373 9.373 9.373 24.569 0 33.941l-22.667 22.667c-9.357 9.357-24.522 9.375-33.901.04L224 227.495 69.255 381.516c-9.379 9.335-24.544 9.317-33.901-.04l-22.667-22.667c-9.373-9.373-9.373-24.569 0-33.941L207.03 130.525c9.372-9.373 24.568-9.373 33.941-.001z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"elementor-toc__4053290\" class=\"elementor-toc__body\">\n\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-toc__spinner-container\">\n\t\t\t\t<svg class=\"elementor-toc__spinner eicon-animation-spin e-font-icon-svg e-eicon-loading\" aria-hidden=\"true\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M500 975V858C696 858 858 696 858 500S696 142 500 142 142 304 142 500H25C25 237 238 25 500 25S975 237 975 500 763 975 500 975Z\"><\/path><\/svg>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-54444f3a elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"54444f3a\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 data-section-id=\"13y8szw\" data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"635\"><strong>Inner West: The Student Sweet Spot<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"639\" data-end=\"953\">If Sydney had a postcode that perfectly encapsulated the vibe of someone doing their Arts degree and enjoying iced lattes year-round, it would be the Inner West. Think places like Newtown, Marrickville, and Enmore. These suburbs are buzzing with students, musicians, freelancers, and famously opinionated baristas.<\/p><ul data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"1175\"><li data-section-id=\"1mg7dev\" data-start=\"957\" data-end=\"999\">Easy commute via T2 and T3 train lines<\/li><li data-section-id=\"wx06dz\" data-start=\"1001\" data-end=\"1049\">Close to <a href=\"https:\/\/houseofstudent.com\/au\/student-accommodation\/university-of-sydney\">University of Sydney<\/a> (USYD) and UTS<\/li><li data-section-id=\"6c5fab\" data-start=\"1051\" data-end=\"1093\">Relaxed and creative student lifestyle<\/li><li data-section-id=\"whxfzt\" data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1134\">Affordable and diverse food options<\/li><li data-section-id=\"4grq4m\" data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1175\">Popular for student-friendly living<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"102mody\" data-start=\"1179\" data-end=\"1221\"><strong>Kensington &amp; Kingsford: UNSW&#8217;s Backyard<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"1225\" data-end=\"1406\">If you&#8217;re studying at UNSW, Kensington and Kingsford are among the most convenient places to live. These areas are strong student hubs with excellent connectivity and affordability.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1622\"><li data-section-id=\"b4a6zw\" data-start=\"1410\" data-end=\"1458\">Direct access via Light Rail (L2 &amp; L3 lines)<\/li><li data-section-id=\"13edap3\" data-start=\"1460\" data-end=\"1495\">Walking distance to UNSW campus<\/li><li data-section-id=\"13urajg\" data-start=\"1497\" data-end=\"1530\">Affordable Asian food options<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1uec84b\" data-start=\"1532\" data-end=\"1574\">Strong international student community<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1nr9rkz\" data-start=\"1576\" data-end=\"1622\">Popular for budget-friendly student living<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1640\"><strong data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1638\">Pro Tip:<\/strong><\/p><ul data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1729\"><li data-section-id=\"1oryh0m\" data-start=\"1642\" data-end=\"1729\">Visit Kensington Street in Chippendale for cheap eats, galleries, and weekend vibes<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"if8t0k\" data-start=\"1733\" data-end=\"1786\"><strong>Ultimo &amp; Haymarket: For UTS, USYD, and City Lovers<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"1790\" data-end=\"1895\">If you enjoy a fast-paced city lifestyle, Ultimo and Haymarket put you right in the centre of everything.<\/p><ul data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"2151\"><li data-section-id=\"1d1ogny\" data-start=\"1899\" data-end=\"1942\">Close to UTS, USYD, and Central Station<\/li><li data-section-id=\"tbtjgz\" data-start=\"1944\" data-end=\"1998\">Walking distance to Darling Square and Market City<\/li><li data-section-id=\"ev56zf\" data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2061\">Excellent public transport (trains, buses, L1 Light Rail)<\/li><li data-section-id=\"4bq1x\" data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2106\">Wide variety of late-night food options<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1igzfxl\" data-start=\"2108\" data-end=\"2151\">Ideal for students who love city energy<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"v4dtec\" data-start=\"2155\" data-end=\"2210\"><strong>Randwick &amp; Coogee: Beach Kids and Med Students Unite<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2214\" data-end=\"2323\">For students who love the beach lifestyle, Randwick and Coogee offer the perfect mix of study and relaxation.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2506\"><li data-section-id=\"12mkpcz\" data-start=\"2327\" data-end=\"2351\">Close to UNSW campus<\/li><li data-section-id=\"14jp2g4\" data-start=\"2353\" data-end=\"2391\">Near Coogee Beach and coastal walk<\/li><li data-section-id=\"s47127\" data-start=\"2393\" data-end=\"2427\">Popular brunch spots and cafes<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1o7ls6c\" data-start=\"2429\" data-end=\"2461\">Safe and relaxed environment<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1asx2tc\" data-start=\"2463\" data-end=\"2506\">Ideal for students seeking a beach vibe<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1l7i9yk\" data-start=\"2510\" data-end=\"2551\"><strong>Parramatta: The Underrated All-Rounder<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2646\">Parramatta is becoming a top choice for students looking for affordability and convenience.<\/p><ul data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2882\"><li data-section-id=\"k7kd45\" data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2701\">More affordable rent compared to central Sydney<\/li><li data-section-id=\"lgj9kh\" data-start=\"2703\" data-end=\"2741\">Close to Western Sydney University<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1q6grwj\" data-start=\"2743\" data-end=\"2780\">Direct train access to Sydney CBD<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1jo8u28\" data-start=\"2782\" data-end=\"2836\">Strong food scene (Indian, Lebanese, Thai, Korean)<\/li><li data-section-id=\"5vtpoq\" data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2882\">Great shopping and entertainment options<\/li><\/ul><h2 data-section-id=\"1her04k\" data-start=\"2886\" data-end=\"2933\"><strong>Making Your Choice: Smarter Living in Sydney<\/strong><\/h2><p data-start=\"2937\" data-end=\"3062\">Sydney can feel overwhelming and expensive, but choosing the right neighbourhood can significantly improve your student life.<\/p><ul data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3298\"><li data-section-id=\"1jv8fez\" data-start=\"3066\" data-end=\"3107\">Shorter commutes save time and energy<\/li><li data-section-id=\"139t9kh\" data-start=\"3109\" data-end=\"3151\">Affordable food reduces daily expenses<\/li><li data-section-id=\"1opwvhb\" data-start=\"3153\" data-end=\"3206\">Better location improves social and academic life<\/li><li data-section-id=\"pwb7tq\" data-start=\"3208\" data-end=\"3258\">Early housing search helps secure better deals<\/li><li data-section-id=\"pesltv\" data-start=\"3260\" data-end=\"3298\">Always check for student discounts<\/li><\/ul><p data-start=\"3302\" data-end=\"3427\">Choosing wisely means more time to enjoy Sydney, from beach days to city adventures, without constantly stressing about rent.<\/p><p data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3548\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\">Know another neighbourhood students should consider? Share your favourite student spots in the comments below!<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1613a6a2 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-parent\" data-id=\"1613a6a2\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-46932536 elementor-widget elementor-widget-heading\" data-id=\"46932536\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"heading.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"elementor-heading-title elementor-size-default\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-5a19d445 elementor-widget elementor-widget-n-accordion\" data-id=\"5a19d445\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-settings=\"{&quot;default_state&quot;:&quot;expanded&quot;,&quot;max_items_expended&quot;:&quot;one&quot;,&quot;n_accordion_animation_duration&quot;:{&quot;unit&quot;:&quot;ms&quot;,&quot;size&quot;:400,&quot;sizes&quot;:[]}}\" data-widget_type=\"nested-accordion.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-n-accordion\" aria-label=\"Accordion. Open links with Enter or Space, close with Escape, and navigate with Arrow Keys\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1510\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" open>\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"1\" tabindex=\"0\" aria-expanded=\"true\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1510\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which are the best areas for students to live in Sydney? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1510\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-541d925d e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"541d925d\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-efaf4c8 elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"efaf4c8\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"55\" data-end=\"340\">Some of the best student areas in Sydney include Inner West (Newtown, Marrickville, Enmore), Kensington &amp; Kingsford, Ultimo &amp; Haymarket, Randwick &amp; Coogee, and Parramatta. Each offers different benefits based on lifestyle, budget, and proximity to universities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1511\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"2\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1511\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Why is the Inner West popular among students? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1511\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1717bf39 e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"1717bf39\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-23b8704d elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"23b8704d\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"347\" data-end=\"631\">The Inner West is popular due to its creative vibe, affordable food options, and easy commute via T2 and T3 train lines. It\u2019s also close to major universities like USYD and UTS, making it highly student-friendly.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1512\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"3\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1512\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Where should UNSW students consider living? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1512\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-16866a81 e-con-full e-flex qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"16866a81\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-64a3d5ff elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"64a3d5ff\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p data-start=\"638\" data-end=\"879\">UNSW students often choose Kensington and Kingsford because they are close to campus, have direct Light Rail access, and offer affordable food and strong student communities.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1513\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"4\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1513\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> Which Sydney suburbs are best for students who enjoy city life or beach life? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1513\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-2c743e92 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"2c743e92\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-1e65715c elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"1e65715c\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Ultimo and Haymarket are ideal for students who love city life, offering central location and great transport. Randwick and Coogee are perfect for beach lovers, with proximity to the coast and a relaxed lifestyle.<\/p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/details>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<details id=\"e-n-accordion-item-1514\" class=\"e-n-accordion-item\" >\n\t\t\t\t<summary class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title\" data-accordion-index=\"5\" tabindex=\"-1\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"e-n-accordion-item-1514\" >\n\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-header'><h3 class=\"e-n-accordion-item-title-text\"> What factors should students consider when choosing accommodation in Sydney? <\/h3><\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class='e-n-accordion-item-title-icon'>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-opened' ><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-minus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h384c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t\t<span class='e-closed'><svg aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"e-font-icon-svg e-fas-plus\" viewBox=\"0 0 448 512\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\"><path d=\"M416 208H272V64c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32h-32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v144H32c-17.67 0-32 14.33-32 32v32c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h144v144c0 17.67 14.33 32 32 32h32c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32V304h144c17.67 0 32-14.33 32-32v-32c0-17.67-14.33-32-32-32z\"><\/path><\/svg><\/span>\n\t\t<\/span>\n\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/summary>\n\t\t\t\t<div role=\"region\" aria-labelledby=\"e-n-accordion-item-1514\" class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-65b55eb4 e-flex e-con-boxed qodef-elementor-content-no e-con e-child\" data-id=\"65b55eb4\" data-element_type=\"container\" data-e-type=\"container\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"e-con-inner\">\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"elementor-element elementor-element-6ca621e elementor-widget elementor-widget-text-editor\" data-id=\"6ca621e\" data-element_type=\"widget\" data-e-type=\"widget\" data-widget_type=\"text-editor.default\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<p>Students should consider commute time, rent affordability, access to food and transport, lifestyle preferences, and availability of student discounts. 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