Find out what $200–$300+ per week really gets you — based on real data
Published: 17 November 2025 · Author: Phoebe Lee
(with video + pricing guide PDF download)
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“Understanding Share House Prices in the Elizabeth Region — What You Get at Each Pricing Tier”
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Renting a room in the Elizabeth area should be simple — but the ads often make it confusing.
You’ve probably seen things like:
• Rent includes bills
• Rent includes water, but electricity is split
• No mention of bills at all
On a tight income, that lack of clarity around bills makes it very hard to budget. One surprise power bill or “extra” cost can throw your whole week off.
Over the years, I’ve spoken with many renters in this exact position — priced out of the private rental market and looking for somewhere affordable, safe, and stable to live.
That’s why I created this guide.
Using real listing data from the Elizabeth region, I’ll show you what each pricing tier typically includes, so you can compare rooms more easily and decide what fits your situation.
Important: This guide is based on a small sample of available listings at a point in time. It’s general information only — not legal, financial, or tenancy advice. Always inspect the property, confirm inclusions, and seek professional advice if you need it.
In this guide, you’ll see:
• Whether share housing is the right fit for you
• What each price level generally includes
• Which type of share house may suit your lifestyle and budget
To keep the comparison fair, I pulled listings from Flatmates.com.au — probably the most structured source of share-housing rental data at time of writing — and analysed rooms across:
• Elizabeth Park
• Elizabeth Downs
• Elizabeth Grove
• Elizabeth North
• Craigmore
Some listings did not include bills, so I added $25/week to create a consistent bills-included basis (covering power, gas, water and internet).
All rooms were grouped into four pricing tiers.
A detailed explanation of the methodology and assumptions behind this analysis is included at the end of the article.
Typical features:
• Older but functional homes
• Usually self-managed (tenants who are renting themselves, live-in landlords, small private landlords)
• Some managed by operators who manage multiple share houses
• Mix of formal/informal arrangements
• Bills vary — about 60% of listing include bills
• Shared bathrooms
• Household size: 3–5 bedrooms
• Response times inconsistent (fast for some, slow for others)
• Most ads don’t outline a process for maintenance or disputes
Ideal for:
Renters wanting the lowest possible weekly cost and comfortable handling issues directly with housemates/landlords — understanding response times and structure may vary.
Typical features:
• A small step up in comfort
• Cleaner, partly refreshed homes
• Shared bathrooms
• Household size: 3–6 bedrooms
• Still mainly self-managed (tenants who are renting themselves, live-in landlords, small private landlords)
• Some managed by operators who manage multiple share houses
• Bills vary — about 50% include bills
• Response times still mixed
Ideal for:
Renters willing to pay a little more for cleaner, slightly better-maintained homes while still keeping costs affordable.
Typical features:
• More modern or better-maintained homes
• Bills usually included
• Shared bathrooms
• Household size: up to 6 bedrooms
• Managed by share-house operators who run multiple properties
• More formal arrangements (often written agreements)
• Generally quicker response times
Ideal for:
Renters wanting predictable bills, cleaner environments, and more structured management.
Typical features:
• Well-maintained homes
• Often include private bathrooms or ensuite options
• Smaller households: 2–3 bedrooms
• More privacy and space
• Generally managed by private individuals
• Response times generally average
Ideal for:
Renters who prioritise privacy, quiet, and comfort — and are willing to pay more for their own space or a private bathroom.
Share housing can be an affordable way to live — but it isn’t the right fit for everyone. Before you start comparing rooms, it’s important to think about what you’re comfortable with and what matters most to you day-to-day.
Here are a few questions to help you decide:
• Am I comfortable sharing a bathroom or kitchen with others?
• How many people do I feel comfortable living with?
• Do I prefer a relaxed, flexible environment, or a home with clear rules and agreements?
• How much privacy do I need?
• Do I want bills included so my weekly budgeting is easier?
Affordability is only one part of the decision.
How you feel in your home matters just as much. If you don’t feel comfortable where you live, everything else becomes harder.
Thinking through these questions early will help you choose a share house that supports your wellbeing — not one that adds extra stress.
You can download two resources that simplify the whole process:
1. Elizabeth Share-House Pricing Guide
A clear summary of:
• All four pricing tiers
• What you can generally get at each price level
2. Share House Rent Comparison Checklist
A simple checklist to help you compare ads side by side and avoid unexpected bills or unclear rules.
These resources make it easier to compare different rooms fairly and understand what kind of pricing to expect before you inspect.
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Thanks for reading — and I hope this helps you make a more confident, informed decision about your next home.
To keep this article transparent, here’s how the analysis was done:
Data source → Listings from Flatmates.com.au in Elizabeth Park, Elizabeth Downs, Elizabeth Grove (main suburbs searched), plus nearby suburbs Craigmore, Elizabeth North, and Elizabeth. (≈12 listings from late August 2025 and early September 2025).
Bills adjustment → Some listings include bills, others don’t. A $25/week allowance (power, water, gas, internet) was added to listings without bills to show prices on a consistent bills-included basis.
Median rent → All prices reflect the median weekly rent (bills inclusive) from the sample data, not the average. This reduces the influence of outlier listings.
House condition → Observed informally from listing photos only (cleanliness, tidiness, and general presentation). This was not a formal rating system, and no in-person inspections were conducted.
Household size → Estimated from the number of bedrooms shown in the listing, as ads don’t always specify the actual number of occupants.
Limitations → This is a snapshot in time based on a small sample of available listings.
It does not represent every share house in the region.
Actual conditions, management style, and inclusions can vary significantly in practice.
https://flatmates.com.au/info/cheaper-suburb-finder
https://www.calm.com/blog/how-to-bounce-back-from-stress
The information in this publication is provided for general information purposes only and reflects market data available at the time of publication. It should not be relied upon as legal, financial, or tenancy advice. Iris Property Management accepts no liability for any loss or damage arising from its use. Readers should seek independent professional advice before making housing or tenancy decisions. Rental prices and conditions can vary, and you should always inspect the property, confirm inclusions with the landlord or agent, and seek professional advice if needed before making rental decisions.
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