Housing

Finding suitable housing in Australia will be a relatively easy process; it largely depends on where you wish to live. Whether you want to rent or buy, there are a number of real estate agents who can assist you in finding the right home for you.

If you are in a position to buy a home when you arrive in Australia, it is important to understand that there are some restrictions that may apply to you. Temporary residents must gain permission to buy real estate in Australia. There is more information on this topic in the DoctorConnect website under Overseas investment regulations. Please read this before committing to any real estate purchase.

The Department of Immigration and Citizenship (DIAC) also has an overview of housing in Australia, which should prove helpful.

The classified sections of the regional Saturday newspapers are a good source of information for housing. Many real estate agencies and home owners in Australia also list their properties on real estate websites. Use your preferred internet search engine and, depending on whether you wish to buy or rent, type in the keywords: Australian real estate buy [or] rent.

You may also like to check the website of the Real Estate Institute of Australia for details of State and Territory real estate agents who can help you in your search for a home, as well as details of online property listings.