740 Swanston Street Carlton, Melbourne, Victoria 3053
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72 Beds
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UniLodge @ 740 is a superb student accommodation in Melbourne, offering a diverse range of accommodation options to cater to your needs. Each room has essential amenities, and this student living facility also provides an excellent selection of communal spaces, ensuring plenty of opportunities for interaction and community building. Nestled in the heart of Carlton, this student accommodation is surrounded by many dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. The convenience of nearby tram stops and Melbourne Central Train Station provides easy access to various educational institutions, including the University of Melbourne, RMIT University, Melbourne Polytechnic, Australian Catholic University, and Swinburne University of Technology.
Features
UniLodge @ 740 offers a variety of student accommodations with 72 beds. These accommodations include a range of studio apartments and shared apartments with different bedroom configurations to cater to your preferences. Within each room, you'll find essential amenities to ensure a comfortable living experience, including efficient heating to keep you warm during Melbourne's cooler seasons, a practical desk and chairs for your study needs, spacious closets for storing your belongings, a convenient refrigerator for your food and beverages, ample storage space for your convenience, and comfortable beds to ensure a good night's sleep.
Student Living 740 Swanston offers an array of inviting communal spaces, providing students with opportunities to connect and create memorable experiences. These include a serene garden, a lively games room for entertainment, dedicated study rooms for focused academic pursuits, a welcoming courtyard for relaxation, and a BBQ area to enjoy outdoor meals with friends. The property's shared amenities are equally impressive, encompassing bicycle parking and storage to cater to students' various needs. There's also an abundance of outdoor spaces for leisure and recreation. Its vibrant social calendar sets this student accommodation apart, with events and activities designed to facilitate resident interaction, fostering new friendships and a sense of community.
Location and What's Hot?
Situated in Melbourne's vibrant Carlton area, UniLodge @ 740 offers students a prime location surrounded by an array of dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, including Lygon Street with its authentic Italian restaurants and cafes, the renowned D.O.C. Pizza and Mozzarella Bar, Seven Seeds cafe for coffee enthusiasts, Melbourne Central shopping centre providing a diverse range of fashion brands and entertainment, the charming Carlton Arcade featuring boutique shops, the historically significant Carlton Gardens perfect for leisurely walks and picnics, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building hosting exhibitions and events, and the Melbourne Museum showcasing cultural and natural history artefacts. These incredible destinations ensure that students at UniLodge @ 740 can immerse themselves in an enriching and diverse experience beyond their academic pursuits.
Transport
Residents of UniLodge @ 740 have convenient access to public transportation, with several tram stops on Swanston Street steps away from the building and Melbourne Central Train Station approximately 1 kilometre away, providing easy connections to Melbourne's extensive tram network and train services for seamless commuting. With its convenient location and proximity to public transportation, UniLodge @ 740 offers students easy access to a range of educational institutions, such as:
1. University of Melbourne (Parkville Campus):
- Distance: Approximately 1.5 kilometres.
- Travel: Accessible by tram or within a 20-minute walk.
2. RMIT University (City Campus):
- Distance: Approximately 2.5 kilometres.
- Travel: Accessible by tram or a 30-minute walk.
3. Melbourne Polytechnic (Preston Campus):
- Distance: Approximately 11 kilometres.
- Travel: Accessible by tram and train, requiring around 45 minutes of commute.
4. Australian Catholic University (Melbourne Campus):
- Distance: Approximately 3 kilometres.
- Travel: Accessible by tram or a 20-minute walk.
5. Swinburne University of Technology (Hawthorn Campus):
- Distance: Approximately 7 kilometres.
- Travel: Accessible by tram and bus, with a travel time of approximately 30 minutes.
Security & Services
For security and services, UniLodge @ 740 provides a comprehensive range of property services to ensure the safety and comfort of its residents. These services include 24/7 CCTV surveillance for enhanced security, a package locker system for secure parcel delivery, high-speed Wi-Fi to keep you connected, a dedicated reception desk for assistance, and round-the-clock security to maintain a safe living environment.
Risk Reminder:
Please be cautious of rental scams requiring upfront full-year rent payments, which occurred recently in AU rental markets. To prioritize client property security, we claim that ALL our partnered apartments DO NOT require full-year rent prepayment.
*Any losses occurred due to such issue should be borne by the tenant.
Rent Reminder:
Rents may fluctuate due to market trends, floor levels, lease start dates, etc. If you have any questions, feel free to contact us!
No pets allowed. Under no circumstances are you allowed to bring any pets or animals into the building, including fish.
Is there a kitchen in my room?
The studio unit has an independent kitchen, and the multi-person room has a large communal kitchen
Do I still have to pay if my visa is not approved?
If you are unsuccessful in obtaining an Australian student visa by the rental start date, we ask that you write an email requesting visa cancellation, which must be submitted to you along with the email within 24 hours of being notified by the Home Office The apartment informs you that you have been refused to study in Australia. You will then be officially notified and your tenancy agreement will be canceled without penalty.
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Can I keep pets?
No pets allowed. Under no circumstances are you allowed to bring any pets or animals into the building, including fish.
Is there a kitchen in my room?
The studio unit has an independent kitchen, and the multi-person room has a large communal kitchen
Do I still have to pay if my visa is not approved?
If you are unsuccessful in obtaining an Australian student visa by the rental start date, we ask that you write an email requesting visa cancellation, which must be submitted to you along with the email within 24 hours of being notified by the Home Office The apartment informs you that you have been refused to study in Australia. You will then be officially notified and your tenancy agreement will be canceled without penalty.
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How do I pay my rent?
Rent is payable in accordance with the tenancy agreement and must be paid in advance. Payment methods are as follows: Bank transfer to UniLodge bank account. Direct deposit to nominated UniLodge bank account. Credit card at the front desk during business hours (subject to 3% surcharge).
What items need to be prepared in advance?
The apartment will provide basic furniture and home appliances, and the bedding needs to be brought by the babies, such as sheets, quilts, pillows, etc. You can buy bedding gift packs on the apartment website, or go to the supermarkets around the apartment to buy them.
What if I want to cancel the lease?
When considering early termination of your residential tenancy agreement, it is your responsibility to: Continue to pay all rent until a new occupant moves in or the residential tenancy agreement is terminated, whichever comes first. Pay all associated costs, including advertising costs and rental break fees as stated in the property rental agreement. In all cases, an exit cleaning fee will be charged.
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What is Bond?
Bonds are sent to the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA) - a government organisation. Bond cannot be used as a rental at any time. The cost of any repairs or excessive cleaning can be deducted from the Bond upon exit.
What do I need when I check in for the first time?
Items you will receive at check-in: Room access card Copy of occupancy report for your room Copy of rental agreement Mandatory check-in orientation will be provided on the day of arrival
Can I bring some more furniture?
No other furniture will be permitted in a resident's room unless a written application has been submitted to and approved by UniLodge Management. Every request will be considered individually according to the size of the room and furniture.
Do I need to clean the room?
right. Tenants are responsible for the daily cleaning of the room. In addition to this, UniLodge rooms will be inspected for cleanliness and damage in accordance with the Residential Tenancies Act upon due notice.
Who can provide support if I have personal questions?
Don't be afraid to confide in any personal issues that hold you back to a designated UniLodge staff member, they are here to support you and provide guidance, help and referrals where necessary.
Are parents allowed?
Can't
Is there an application fee?
No
Do I need to pay rent first?
Tenants need to pay one month's rent in advance as a deposit
Is there a cancellation fee?
If the contract is terminated early there will be a cancellation fee
Is there a cleaning fee?
Unilodge will arrange professional cleaning for you, starting from 230 Australian dollars
How much should I pay if I want to terminate the contract?
2 weeks rent and tax, 165 AUD for advertising, and rent until a tenant is found
how much do i have to pay for electricity
Each tenant pays against their personal meter and has an account with the utility
Is early check-in possible?
Generally, early check-in is not allowed. After the apartment is booked successfully, the date cannot be changed. If you arrive in Melbourne in advance, you can contact the consultant teacher to try to communicate with the apartment to negotiate the check-in time or book a short-term transitional apartment
How to repair the damaged room?
Just go to the front desk of the apartment to report for repairs.