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Property owners can generate rental returns through NDIS funding allocated to participants living in their properties. The calculation involves using the NDIS SDA Pricing Calculator, which considers multiple variables including building type, disability housing standards, and geographic location.

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Key Factors in the Calculation

The rent per room depends on:
  • Whether the building is new or existing/modified
  • Building type and configuration (house, unit, villa)
  • Number of participants and onsite overnight assistance (OOA)
  • Disability housing standards met (High Physical Support, Robust, Fully Accessible, or Improved Liveability)
  • Geographic location (city, regional, state)

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Important Note on Funding

Only NDIS funding allocated to the SDA forms part of the SDA property’s rental return. Other participant funds like care services or Centrelink contributions don’t count toward property rent.

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Example Scenarios

For a 2+1 High Physical Support House in Baulkham Hills & Hawkesbury Council: $92,953 per participant annually. For a 3+1 configuration in the same area: $64,682 per participant annually.

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Typical Expenses

Annual costs generally include:
  • Council rates: ~$1,800
  • Utility infrastructure: ~$2,000
  • Landlord’s insurance: ~$800
  • Property maintenance: 12.5% of total potential rent (plus GST)
  • Dwelling setup fees: $8,000 plus GST
  • Participant placement fees: $6,600 plus GST per person

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Return Projection Example

A 3+1 High Physical Support House in Bendigo ($900K investment) could yield approximately 11.95% first-year return and 15% thereafter at full occupancy.

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Important Caution

Thorough market research is essential, noting that tenant recruitment depends on SDA provider cooperation and varies significantly by region and provider availability.