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Flatmates

Join Australia’s #1 community for share accommodation. Browse over 40,000 active listings and find a home that fits your lifestyle with our secure, profile-first search.

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Key Figures

Downloads

718K+

User Rating

4.6/5

Total Ratings

7K+

Publisher

realestate.com.au Pty Ltd

Find Your Perfect Match, Not Just a Room

Join Australia’s largest community of 40,000+ active users and discover a shared living experience tailored to your lifestyle, budget, and safety.

Safety-First Search

Avoid the scams found on social media. Our dedicated moderation team and secure in-app messaging keep your personal data and housing search protected.

Profile-Centric Matching

Create a "Room Wanted" profile to market yourself. Let potential flatmates see your vibe and lifestyle before you even meet, ensuring a better housemate fit.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Flatmates

What is the Flatmates app?

Flatmates is Australia's number one app for share accommodation. It connects individuals seeking rooms with those looking for flatmates, offering easy listing creation and detailed search functionalities for finding the right home or flatmate.

How can I list a spare room on the Flatmates app?

Yes, you can list a spare room easily on the Flatmates app. Create your listing in minutes to be found by potential flatmates. You can also use detailed search to browse "room-wanted" profiles to find suitable matches for your home.

How do I find a room using the Flatmates app?

You find a new home through the Flatmates app's detailed search feature. It offers listing alerts for new matches and allows you to create a "room-wanted" profile. Property listers then contact you directly, ensuring you do not miss opportunities.

How many listings are active on Flatmates.com.au?

Flatmates.com.au has over 40,000 property and people listings active each month. This figure represents the average number of active listings over the past twelve months, providing a broad selection for users.

Is the Flatmates app safe to use for accommodation?

Yes, the Flatmates app is safe to use. It moderates all listings and employs a full-time support team. A custom-built message platform also keeps your personal details safe, allowing you to share them only when comfortable.

Can I message other users directly within the Flatmates app?

Yes, the Flatmates app features a custom built message platform. This allows you to communicate directly with potential flatmates or listers. Your personal details remain safe and are shared only when you are comfortable and ready.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

App Store

Screenshots

Flatmates - Flatmates mobile app home screen showing search options and popular Australian cities for shared housing — Flatmates mobile app home screen showing search options and popular Australian cities for shared housing

Flatmates - A preview screen in the Flatmates app for publishing a room listing in South Yarra Melbourne — A preview screen in the Flatmates app for publishing a room listing in South Yarra Melbourne

Flatmates - Room rental listing on the Flatmates app in Richmond Melbourne — Room rental listing on the Flatmates app in Richmond Melbourne

Mobile app screenshot of Flatmates showing a search results page with a verified user profile for a roommate in Richmond

Flatmates - In-app chat screen on Flatmates showing a conversation about a room for rent. — In-app chat screen on Flatmates showing a conversation about a room for rent.

Description

Flatmates.com.au is Australia's #1 app for share accommodation. With more than 40,000 property and people listings active per month*, you're sure to find the right home or flatmate with us. Have a spare room? It's easy to list your place and be found by potential flatmates. Simply create a listing in just a few minutes and be matched with potential flatmates. You can even use our detailed search feature to browse "room-wanted" profiles to find someone who is right for your home. Need a place? It's easy to look for a new home through our detailed search feature. We can also alert you of new listings that match your search through our listing alerts. Create a "room-wanted" profile so property listers can get in touch with you to ensure you don't miss out. Safety and Security Flatmates.com.au moderates all listings and we have a full-time team ready to help if you're ever unsure about something. Our custom built message platforms helps you keep your details safe, meaning you can share your details when you're comfortable and ready. *Average active listings per month on Flatmates.com.au over the past twelve months.