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Housing

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    Housing in the Northern Territory

    Find your home in the Territory and start building your future today. From large houses and apartments to compact living. You have choices that will allow you to work and play in the Territory.

    Whether you’d like to purchase, rent, or share a property there are options to suit your needs and budget.

    Rent or buy – the choice is yours

    To help you get started in finding the perfect place for you, you can go to the Real Estate Institute of Northern Territory (REINT) website and read about the housing market in the Territory.

    The Northern Territory Economy website have a detailed cost breakdown of the NT’s housing market, including property prices and rental amounts by region.

    If you do choose to buy in the Territory, we have a handy step-by-step guide that goes through what you need to know.

    Key facts:

    To learn more visit: housing and the Northern Territory Economy

    Buying a house or property in the NT

    When it comes to buying a house or property in the Territory, websites such as domain.com.au, realestate.com.au or local real estate agent websites’ are constantly being updated with what’s on the market.

    Homeowner incentives

    Support is available for those who would like to build or buy in the Territory. You may be eligible to receive financial assistance. Read more about home owner assistance on the Northern Territory Government website.

    Looking for an agent

    REINT have a full list of real estate agents that operate within the Northern Territory. These agents can assist you in looking for properties to rent or purchase.

    Rental support

    If you’re looking for a rental and you work in a key service industry in the Territory, you may be able to access support through the rental subsidy scheme as part of a Northern Territory Government initiative.

    Apply for public housing

    If you are on a low income, you can apply for public housing in the Territory. Public housing is units and houses owned and managed by the government. The rent is usually less than you would pay in the private sector.

    To apply you will need to meet conditions relating to age, income and residency. Contact your local housing office for information on the types of public housing available in your area.

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