Relocation Accommodation

Who Relocation Accommodation Is For

Relocation accommodation serves a wide range of people on the move.

Relocating Employees and Families

From interstate transfer to settling in

You have accepted a new role. The start date is firm. But your permanent home is not ready yet. A furnished apartment gives your family a stable base from day one. You get a real kitchen, a living room and in-building laundry. That matters when you have children to settle into school catchments near Sydney's North Shore or Melbourne's inner east.

HR and Mobility Teams

Sourcing housing at scale, on policy

HR managers and procurement teams need consistency. A single brief to Extended Stays covers multiple assignees across different cities at once. We provide quotes and documentation your team can use to support expense claims and housing allowance reconciliation. For employers, understanding Fringe Benefits Tax (FBT) is critical. FBT is a tax paid by employers on certain benefits provided to employees, including employer-funded accommodation. The ATO's current FBT rate is 47 per cent on the taxable value of the benefit. A living-away-from-home allowance (LAFHA) can reduce that liability when conditions are met. We recommend your payroll team review ATO guidance annually.

Relocation Management Companies

A sourcing partner, not a competitor

Extended Stays works alongside relocation management companies. We source furnished housing options fast, based on your client's brief. You keep the relationship. We handle the accommodation search.

Key Locations and Precincts Across Australia

Extended Stays sources relocation accommodation across the country.

Capital City Precincts

Where proximity to work and schools drives decisions

In Sydney, the North Sydney and Chatswood corridor suits executives transferring to North Shore financial services firms. In Melbourne, Southbank and Docklands place assignees within walking distance of the CBD and Southern Cross Station. In Brisbane, Newstead and Fortitude Valley offer good access to Fortitude Valley station and the inner-north business precinct. In Perth, West Perth and Subiaco are popular with mining and resources sector transferees arriving from Pilbara operations. In Adelaide, the East End and Hutt Street precinct suits health professionals relocating to the Royal Adelaide Hospital campus.

Regional and Remote Australia

Where company-provided housing is often the norm

In Port Hedland and the broader Pilbara region of Western Australia, the private rental market is extremely tight. Rio Tinto and BHP operations drive high demand, and employer-provided or employer-arranged housing is often the only practical option. Extended Stays can source furnished housing for project teams and contractors in these regions. For FIFO workers moving to a regional base, we source accommodation in Karratha, Mackay and Darwin's Palmerston suburb as well.

What Is Typically Included

Furnished relocation apartments usually include more than just a bed.

Standard Inclusions

What most quality furnished apartments provide

Most furnished apartments include utilities such as water and electricity, high-speed internet, weekly housekeeping and fully equipped kitchens. Some buildings offer car parking, a gym and a concierge. These inclusions reduce out-of-pocket costs during the move and simplify expense reporting for HR teams. Pet-friendly options exist in select buildings and cities. Let us know upfront so we can filter for suitable options.

What to Confirm Before You Book

The questions that save problems later

Always confirm the internet speed and mobile reception, especially for regional postings. Check whether a rental bond is required under the temporary rental agreement. Ask whether the rate is inclusive of GST. Clarify the notice period for early departure. Extended Stays provides full property details so you can review these points before committing.