Help paying bond and rent (Private Rental Assistance)
Help to pay bond and rent in advance when you move into a private rental, for people on lower incomes.
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The SA Housing Trust can help if you are moving into a private rental, residential park, boarding house, community housing or some retirement villages. There are income and savings limits, and you cannot owe the Housing Trust over $1,000. Apply before you move in, because rent in advance is not paid after you move. Once approved, you have 14 weeks to find a place. Help with rent you owe is only given in special cases.
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We last reviewed this listing on 5 Nov 2026. We last checked the official page on 5 Nov 2026.
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