Find a Safe, Affordable Home Where You Belong — Not Just a Room to Rent.

Private PIN-code room in our share house, with people who respect each other.

Iris tenants bowling together

Affordable housing shouldn’t mean feeling unsafe, uncertain, or alone. Here’s what tenants tell us they worry about most…

❌ Privacy or Security Issues?

I want privacy, but I don’t want to feel unsafe. Will my room truly be secure?

❌ Unsettled Living?

I don’t want surprise housemates or unclear rules. I need stability, not chaos.

❌ Surprise Bills?

I want clarity on bills so I can budget — no hidden surprises.

❌ Living Alone?

I don’t want to feel alone. I want to belong somewhere, not just rent a room.

There is a better way! You could choose Iris.

With Iris Shared Living, you get more than just a room — you become part of a community. Our approach is built on thorough screening and thoughtful matching of the right tenant to the right home, with clear house rules and secure private rooms, so you can live in a safe and respectful environment. And with our responsive support, you’ll always feel respected, supported, and truly at home.

The 3-Step Process

Follow our 3 steps to find the right home and the right housemates

Step 1: Learn About Iris

Affordable rooms from around $260/week, fully furnished with bills included (fair use policy on water, power and gas). Centrelink welcome. Plus, you’ll join a supportive community.

Step 2: Apply Online

Fill out our quick online form (5–10 mins). Just have your housing history and 2 referees ready. You may also be eligible for Centrelink Rent Assistance ($212/fortnight) and the SA Government Cost of Living Concession ($261.90/year).

Step 3: Review & Follow up

We’ll review your application, and if it progresses, we’ll call you for a quick chat and invite you to view the house and meet your future housemates before moving in.

At Iris, you don’t just find a room — you find stability, respect, and a community for the long term.

See How Iris Works

Quick videos that explain our pricing and show how we build community together.

Why Choose Us

✅ Legal Compliance – Our shared homes are registered with Consumer and Business Services (CBS) South Australia and approved by local councils.

✅‍ Transparent Pricing – Simple weekly rent with utilities included (Fair Use Policy applies). You’ll always know costs upfront — no surprises.

✅‍ Respectful Homes – Clear house rules create a safe and peaceful environment.

‍✅ Thorough Screening & Matching – Every tenant is carefully screened and matched to the right house to build a respectful, harmonious community.

✅‍ Community – Not just renting a room, finding a place to belong.

What Life Is Really Like in Our Homes

Don’t just take our word for it — here’s what our tenants say about living in an Iris share home

“I know I made the right decision to move into Iris Share House.”

Wayne 🏡 4+ years with Iris

[Current Tenant]
[in mid 60s]
[Since 2021]

"I've been living at Iris Share House for some time now, and I would rate their service a solid 5 out of 5. If anything needs to be done around the house, it's always handled promptly and properly. Iris's service is excellent. Before moving into Iris Share House, I was in a tough spot. The rental market makes it incredibly hard to find accommodation, especially being unemployed due to a medical condition" ...Read more

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“I rate Iris Share House a 5 stars out of 5 stars for their outstanding service.”

— Annie, 🏡 3+ years with Iris

[Current Tenant]
[in 30s]
[Since 2022]

“I rate Iris Share House a 5 stars out of 5 stars for their outstanding service.
Before moving in, I was facing homelessness, and it was a tough period in my life.
Living at Iris Share House community completely transformed my quality of life.”

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“I’ve been living here since 2017 and give Iris 5 out of 5 stars.”

- Lee, 🏡 8+ years with Iris

[Current Tenant]
[in 60s]
[Since 2017]

“I’ve been living here since 2017 and give Iris 5 out of 5 stars.
The team is easy-going and does a good job—no complaints.
Maintenance issues get sorted out quickly.

Before moving here, I was living in my car. It was difficult and stressful, but a friend told me about Iris. I applied, and after the screening and checking process, I moved in pretty quickly.”

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Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to the most common questions about living at Iris shared living.

Depending on size of the room and locations, each share house is different and set up is different. Weekly rent is typically $260-275 per week including basic utilities such as water, power and gas, subject to Fair Use Policy.

Centrelink recipients may be able to apply for Centrelink rent assistance of $212.00per fortnightly (at the time of writing – 1 Sep 2025) with our signed lease agreements.

On top of this, eligible tenants can also apply for the SA Government’s Cost of Living Concession (COLC) — an annual payment of $261.90 (2025-26) paid directly into your bank account to help with living expenses.

Link: SA.GOV.AU - Cost of living concession

Yes. Every tenant has their own secure PIN-code room — no shared bedrooms.

Yes. Many of our tenants stay for years, as long as rent is paid and house rules are followed.

See More Questions in Our Learning Centre
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