Use the pages below to work out what your options are and how to find a place that is suitable for you.
Be realistic about what you can afford and what is available.
You can also download our Accommodation Options chart.
If you are under 25, and looking for a place of your own, take a look at our Setting up your first home advice, specifically put together for young people.
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This page was last updated: June 15, 2026
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