Accommodation

This is an excellent option for international students wishing to ease their way into the Australian culture. All Russo families have had 'Blue Card Suitability Checks' which ensures that only the highest quality families are used. The following package is recommended:

• 4 weeks minimum stay (2 week stays available on special request)
• Fully furnished single room with up to 1 other international student in house
• 2 meals on weekdays and 3 meals on weekends
• Placement options:
  a) up to 20 minutes from School
  b) up to 40 minutes from School
• Guardian option available
  

Become a Homestay Host Family!
Each year, Russo’s Homestay host families open up their homes to our international students and provide a happy and exciting experience for our students while they are studying with us. To find out how you came become a homestay host family view our Homestay Experience flyer (pdf)

There are two (2) ways to apply:

1. Apply online to become a Homestay family
   
   
2. Or, download the Homestay Application form (pdf) and send your completed application form to:

   Coordinator, Accommodation Services
   Sarina Russo Schools | Australia
   GPO Box 2304
   Brisbane QLD 4001

For the flexible student looking for something special in the short to long term, we recommend staying a few nights in a hostel whilst we talk with you in person on arrival to show you what’s on offer in Brisbane city and the Russo Accommodation Notice Boards. Fees are as follows:

• From $100 per week
• From $20 per night

For more information see:

• Palace Backpackers Brisbane 
• Tinbilly Travellers
• Brisbane Accommodation

Once you have arrived in Brisbane, we can assist you with locating a share mate through our internal notice boards and database. You need to expect to:

• Pay from $90 per week
• Share expenses with other share mates

For more information see:

• Education Lodge
• Brisbane Accommodation

ResortRez is a vibrant place for students. It's got everything for you to study, socialise, relax and get active. The modern facilities of the complex are designed specially with students needs in mind. Facilities include: pool, tennis court, air conditioning, sauna, broadband internet, tv, fully equipped kitchen, undercover parking.

• Pay from $180 per week

Visit website: www.resortrez.com.au

Genisis 1 is a purpose built student accommodation facility in the heart of Brisbane's best study, recreational and business regions. Facilities include: pool, air conditioning, internet, fully furnished, undercover parking.

• From $172 per week

Visit website: www.genesis1.com.au

UniLodge Brisbane provides modern, safe student accommodation. Enjoy the convenience of living in fully furnished studio student apartments in the centre of Brisbane. Facilities include: pool, gym, sauna, air conditioning, internet, fully furnished, BBQ area, games room.

• From $172 per week

Visit website: www.unilodge.com.au

Southbank Campus Apartments offer the highest standard of student accommodation in Brisbane. There are 94 units ranging from studio to three bedroom apartments. The apartments are fully furnished. They offer a high level of security with on site managers, CCTV recorders, key-card access and individually locked rooms. Facilities include: gym, pool, recreation room, laundry, intranet. Optional high speed internet access and telephones are available.

• From $175 per week

Visit website: www.southbankcampus.com.au

Renting an apartment in the heart of Brisbane offers independence and privacy.  Other fully furnished one bedroom apartments located within walking distance to Russo start from $270 per week.  Other expenses to consider are electricity, telephone and the bond (security deposit). This option is best suited to students who plan to study at Russo for a minimum of three months as they will be required to sign a fixed term contract.

For more information see:

• Ray White New Farm 
• South East Qld Rental Accommodation
• www.realestate.com.au
• www.domain.com.au