Share living
House rents flat for the quarter as tenants turn to share housing
$700median house rent a week
House rents across the capital cities held at $700 a week in the September 2026 quarter, according to Domain's rent report as reported by ABC News. Unit rents rose 1.5%.
The quarter in numbers
Source: Domain via ABC News. Domain vacancy measure: 1%.
| Houses | 0% |
| Units | 1.5% |
Tenants are at breaking point
Domain's chief residential economist Nicola Powell says tenants' ability to absorb more increases is now limiting rent growth. Analyst Cameron Kusher told the ABC renters are moving to cheaper areas, staying at home longer, or moving into share housing.
How to find the right share home
- Decide your budget including bills before you start looking.
- Filter for what matters most: private bathroom, parking, pets or quiet.
- Message a few listings and ask about the people, not just the room.
- Inspect in person and get the rent, bond and bills in writing.
Why sharing makes sense right now
- Lower rent. A room costs a fraction of a whole home.
- Shared bills. Power and internet split several ways.
- Better locations. Closer to work or study than renting alone.
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Sources
- ABC News: Tenants hit breaking point as rents stay at records (8 Oct 2026)
- Domain Rent Report, September 2026
Figures are from the sources above at the time of writing. This article is general information, not financial or legal advice.