Q: Is an advanced rental payment required?

Yes. To secure an apartment, the Tenant must pay two week’s advanced rent and a Security Deposit / Bond of 4 weeks rent.

Q: Are car parking spaces available?

Yes there are 19 car parking spaces available at a cost of $55 per week. There are also 426 free bicycle spaces available.

Q: Do I need to pay a departure clean fee?

The cost to clean a room is $199 per room.

Q: Do I need a mattress protector?

Yes, these are charged at $15 per single and $20 per double bed.

Question 1

Does this property have an Application fee?

Accepted Answer

No. There are no application fees.

Question 2

Is an advanced rental payment required?

Accepted Answer

Yes. To secure an apartment, the Tenant must pay two week&rsquo;s advanced rent and a Security Deposit / Bond of 4 weeks rent.

Question 3

Is there a cancellation fee once I have secured an apartment?

Accepted Answer

Yes there is a cancellation fee of 2 weeks rent.

Question 4

Are car parking spaces available?

Accepted Answer

Yes there are 19 car parking spaces available at a cost of &#36;55 per week. There are also 426 free bicycle spaces available.

Question 5

Do I need to pay a departure clean fee?

Accepted Answer

The cost to clean a room is &#36;199 per room.

Question 6

If I wanted to break my lease, what are the costs associated with this?

Accepted Answer

The cost is 2 weeks rent plus costs until the apartment is leased again.

Question 7

What electricity cost am I responsible for?

Accepted Answer

Electricity and Water costs are included in the rent and payable by the landlord.

Question 8

How much is the Internet / WIFI? Who is the provider and how much bandwidth do I have?

Accepted Answer

Internet access and unlimited WIFI is provided by Vostronet and is included in your rent.

Question 9

Do I need a mattress protector?

Accepted Answer

Yes, these are charged at &#36;15 per single and &#36;20 per double bed.

Question 10

Do I need to organise my own Contents Insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. This is not included in your rental payments

Question 11

Can I have an extra guest stay over?

Accepted Answer

There is no charge to have an extra guest for a maximum of 3 nights. An ongoing charge of &#36;50 per week is required within studio apartments only.

Question 12

What do I do if I, or my family need somewhere to stay prior to checking into UniLodge?

Accepted Answer

If you or your family need somewhere to stay for a couple of nights to a week, or rest your head after coming in from a late-night flight then why not book at Essence Suites Taringa. Offering fully furnished suites that give you the freedom to relax in a place away from home.

Question 13

Can Groups Stay at South Bank?

Accepted Answer

South Bank Brisbane offers a variety of twin share and 6 bedroom multi-share apartments. All room are fully-furnished with a kitchenette including fridge/freezers, microwaves and cook tops. 
With dedicated social areas, comfortable lounges, media room and a rooftop garden all group bookings are welcome to come and experience the enjoyable atmosphere of South Bank.

Question 14

If my visa is not approved do I still have to pay?

Accepted Answer

If you were not successful in receiving a visa to study in Australia before the commencement of your lease start date, we ask that you write an email requesting cancellation, which must be submitted to the property at which your booking is held within 24 hours of you receiving notification from the Department of Home Affairs, along with the email from the Department of Home Affairs advising your refusal notice to study in Australia. You will then be formally advised that your lease agreement will then be cancelled without penalty.

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Rooms and Apartments

Studio Apartments

6 Bedroom Multishare Apartment

2 Bedroom Apartment

Studio Twin Share

Room Inclusions

Important information for new residents

Resident Handbook

UniLodge Under 18's

Factsheet