laurenl173 Posted December 14, 2012 Report Share Posted December 14, 2012 (edited) Hi everyone, I am moving from Scotland out to Perth in January on my own, I am very excited but also a little scared. I will be working full time in the oil and gas industry in Perth City Centre. I am starting to get everything organised and I have done my research. I am a little bit worried after reading through previous threads about renting in Perth. After budgeting everything out I can spend max $450/week on an apartment. I want to live close to the city in a lively, sociable area, so I have been looking at apartments in Subiaco, West Leedersville and Mount Lawley area. Ideally I would like to find a 1 or 2 bedroom apartment in one of these areas; however, I have now started looking in to flat share in Perth CBD. As I am moving over on my own maybe a flatshare might be a good way of meeting new people and making new friends. I would love to get feedback from anyone who has been in this position before or just from anyone who can help. It would also be great to hear from anyone who is also moving out in January time, I am a 24 year old typical girl who loves shopping, keeping active, likes going out for a few cocktails and having a laugh. Look forward to hearing from people, Lauren Edited December 14, 2012 by laurenl173 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest lynnm Posted December 14, 2012 Report Share Posted December 14, 2012 Hey Lauren, cant give you advice but i have been here 4 months also from Scotland Edinburgh but with a family!! If you are on facebook there is a few groups you can join Perth Pom Sheilas and Perth Wingwomen they are really good for info and meeting people good luck xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth Posted December 14, 2012 Report Share Posted December 14, 2012 Hi Lauren am Elizabeth 26 from Glasgow moving out on my in April just about to have my medical and that's it finished can't wait are you on fb?you could keep me posted on how you get on huge step but will be worth it and Lynn how are you finding it?are you also in fb?xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurenl173 Posted December 14, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 14, 2012 Hi Lynn and Elizabeth, Thank you for the tips. I am on facebook so I will look up those groups. Aww that is exiciting Elizabeth, I will look you up on fb and we can keep each other updated x Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Elizabeth Posted December 14, 2012 Report Share Posted December 14, 2012 Def hun I can't wait my fb name is Elizabeth Mcinnes you must be supper excited to be moving in jan! xx Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Manda Posted December 14, 2012 Report Share Posted December 14, 2012 Hi Lauren, I am a woman living alone (my husband is overseas) in the area you've mentioned. My rent is $430 week for a 1 bedroom plus study and is in a block of 4 so on your budget it is definitely doable. Where I live is a quiet area which I prefer but I can walk into Subi and Leederville (and even Perth if I'm really motivated). I'm also within walking distance to the train which makes life easier. It is not the cheapest area to live but it is a nice place if you want the convenience of getting to the city easily. I don't know anything about flat shares but with any accommodation in Perth, I'd make sure you are clear on who the rental agreement is with and what your responsibilities are. I was illegally subletting the first place I moved into (not that I knew that at the time) and wouldn't recommend that drama to anyone. Manda Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
laurenl173 Posted December 15, 2012 Author Report Share Posted December 15, 2012 Hi Manda, Thank you for your advice, that reassures me a bit more now. I am being put up in accommodation for a month when I arrive so hopefully that will give me time to find my feet and explore the suburbs. I am a bit wary of going in to a flat share! Thanks again, Lauren Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Roar Posted June 3, 2013 Report Share Posted June 3, 2013 Hello I've just joined up as I am soon to make the move to Perth. Finally My visa was granted in March and I hope to move out on my own at the end of August.......without a job?! (Although there maybe an opportunity through the company I work for in Aberdeen but there is no guarantee) Just wondering how you are finding life 6 months in, meeting new people, property, Perth in general etc........ Rory Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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