Student Living - Shafston, Brisbane

Student Living Shafston is modern riverside Brisbane student accommodation in Kangaroo Point, offering fully self-contained private studios. Located at 9-19 Castlebar Street, Kangaroo Point QLD 4169, UniLodge Shafston puts you close to QUT Gardens Point, the CBD and The Gabba, with free CityHopper ferry access to the city and South Bank nearby. Everyday shops, cafés and parks are within a short walk, while scenic riverside pathways make it easy to walk or cycle along the water. Student Living Shafston Brisbane provides 6 studio types, all fully furnished with an ensuite, kitchenette and study space. Rent is all-inclusive with exclusive access to an on-site gym, lounge, outdoor terrace and 24/7 laundry. Book for independent riverside living with convenient access to campus and city life.

Rooms & Amenities at Student Living Shafston

Student Living Shafston offers 6 types of fully self-contained studio apartments: Essential Studio, Classic Studio, Urban Balcony Studio, Courtyard Studio, Riverside Balcony Studio and Premium Studio. Every studio at UniLodge Shafston comes fully furnished with an ensuite bathroom, a queen bed, study desk, wardrobe, TV and essential furnishings. The kitchenette is equipped with a fridge, stove top, microwave, sink, toaster and kettle. Some apartments include a balcony or courtyard outlook, depending on the room type. Free dual occupancy and a 26-week semester lease are both available. Your rent is all-inclusive, covering electricity, water and high-speed unlimited Wi-Fi, so you can move in and focus on student life without extra utility bills.

UniLodge Student Living Shafston supports both study and downtime with practical on-site facilities. Stay active in the fully equipped gym, relax in the resident lounge or covered outdoor terrace, and handle daily needs without leaving the building. On-site staff provide general assistance and pastoral care, with secure swipe-card access throughout.

• Gym: Fully equipped fitness space on Level 4 with cardio and strength machines.
• Resident Lounge: A comfortable common area with a TV for relaxing or socialising.
• Outdoor Terrace: Covered outdoor space next to the Level 4 lounge.
• Laundry: 24/7 laundry room on Level 3 with card-operated washers and dryers.
• Bike Storage: Free bicycle parking available on site.
• Parking: Free on-site car spaces (limited, first come, first served) plus free street parking nearby.
• Safety & Support: Secure building access and on-site staff for everyday help and peace of mind.

Location and What's Hot near UniLodge Shafston?

Student Living Shafston accommodation sits in Kangaroo Point, a riverside suburb with an easy, outdoor lifestyle and everyday amenities close by. Local shops, cafés and parks are within a short walk from UniLodge Shafston student accommodation, while the Gabba precinct and Brisbane CBD remain straightforward to reach when you want a bigger outing. Riverside pathways nearby also make it simple to walk or cycle along the water.

• Supermarkets: Seasons IGA East Brisbane and Dockside Convenience Centre are both within about a 10-minute walk for everyday groceries and essentials.
• Restaurants: Lamberts Restaurant, Baretto Pizza and Joey’s are around a 6-10 minute walk for casual meals and local dining.
• Bars & Pubs: Shafston Hotel, Park Bar and Pineapple Hotel are about a 5-minute cycle away for an easy evening out.
• Parks: Mowbray Park and Raymond Park are both around an 8-minute walk, ideal for a quick outdoor break.
• Shopping: Gabba Central Shopping Centre is about an 8-minute cycle, while Brisbane CBD is roughly a 20-minute bus ride for a full city shopping trip.
• Attractions: Riverlife Adventure Centre, Kangaroo Point Cliffs and the lookout areas are within about a 20-minute walk or 5-minute cycle, right in the heart of the riverside scenery. South Bank is also easy to access with a 10-minute cycle.

Transport Around Student Living Shafston

Student Living Shafston Brisbane is well connected for getting around by bus, ferry and train. The nearest bus stops on Shafston Avenue at Connor Street (Stop 7/10) are only about a 2-minute walk, with Shafston Avenue at Salstone Street (Stop 11) around 6 minutes away for regular services into the city and nearby campuses. Holman Street ferry terminal is about a 5-minute cycle, while Dockside and Mowbray Park wharves are also close by for the free CityHopper to the CBD and South Bank, plus CityCat services further along the river. Brisbane Central station is roughly a 13-minute bus ride for wider rail connections.

Getting to Universities: 

• CQUniversity Brisbane: 2.4 km, 15 minutes by bus or 10 minutes by bike
• James Cook University Brisbane Campus: 2.5 km, 15 minutes by bus or 10 minutes by bike
• QUT Gardens Point Campus: 2.3 km, 10 minutes by car or bike, or about 30 minutes by bus
• The University of Queensland (UQ): 5.5 km, 18 minutes by car or about 35 minutes by bus
• Griffith University (Nathan Campus): 10.2 km, about 15 minutes by car

Why Choose StudentLiving Shafston Brisbane Student Accommodation?

Student Living Shafston Brisbane combines riverside living in Kangaroo Point with independent studios and easy access to campus and the city. Check Student Living Shafston reviews to see why students choose this convenient Brisbane base.

• Riverside Location: Live in Kangaroo Point, close to QUT, the CBD and The Gabba.
• Easy Transport: Free CityHopper to the city and South Bank, with bus stops just minutes away.
• Private Studios: Fully self-contained rooms with ensuite, kitchenette and study space.
• All-Inclusive Rent: Electricity, water and high-speed unlimited Wi-Fi included.
• On-Site Facilities: Gym, resident lounge, outdoor terrace and 24/7 laundry.
• Daily Convenience: Shops, cafés, parks and riverside paths within a short walk or cycle.
• Safe & Supported: Secure access and on-site staff for everyday help and peace of mind.