Rental bond loans in Tasmania
Homes Tasmania, through Housing Connect's Private Rental Assistance helps renters on low incomes with a bond. One-off help with bond and moving costs, usually up to 4 weeks' rent.
What it covers
- A one-off payment towards a bond, rent in advance, rent arrears or removal costs.
- Usually capped at 4 weeks' rent for your property, and generally available once every 12 months.
Who can get it
- You live in Tasmania, are an Australian citizen or permanent resident, and are 16 or over.
- You're on a low income and eligible for a Commonwealth Health Care Card.
- You don't have assets that could be used to meet your housing needs.
Paying it back
- Ask Housing Connect whether any of the payment needs to be repaid before you accept it.
How to apply
- Call Housing Connect on 1800 800 588, Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm, or use the Housing Connect portal.
From Homes Tasmania: Private rent assistance, checked on 25 October 2026. Rules and limits change, so check the official page before you apply.
If you don't qualify
A personal loan can cover a bond and moving costs, but it costs interest and fees, so treat it as a last resort after the free options. If you're getting a bond back from your current rental, you can use it to pay the loan off early.
If you get Centrelink payments, ask about an advance payment, and check you're receiving Commonwealth Rent Assistance. The free National Debt Helpline on 1800 007 007 can help you work out a plan.