Access private rental assistance

You can apply for assistance to help you set up and maintain a tenancy in the private rental market through Housing Pathways.

While many options are available, each option has different eligibility requirements. Generally, with a few exceptions, you need to be an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and a resident of NSW.

• Rent Choice is a private rental subsidy that helps you pay the rent for up to 3 years. Financial assistance may be available if:
  • you've had a major financial setback like illness, or you've lost your job
  • you're escaping domestic and family violence
  • you're a war veteran, or
  • you're a young person aged 16 – 24 who is homeless or at risk of homelessness.

  To apply for housing assistance you can:

  • fill out an application form online
  • call the Housing Contact Centre on 1800 422 322 between 9am and 5pm, Monday to Friday.

  If you'd like to discuss more housing assistance options, visit your local housing office.