Q: How to make a booking at UniLodge Toowong?

Complete the online application. • Once we have received your application, we will contact you by email to confirm your reservation. At this time, you will be required to pay a booking deposit equivalent to 4 weeks rent. The booking deposit will be part of your first rent payment. • Before you move into UniLodge Toowong, a bond equal to 4 weeks rent will be required. • A cancellation fee of 4 weeks rent will apply to cancellations made less than 1 month prior to the start date of your lease (as per your letter of offer). • Your initial booking deposit can be made by Bank Transfer or with our reception team in person. If you need any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

Q: Do I have insurance?

Landlord’s insurance does not provide cover for the tenant’s possessions. (note: it is strongly recommended the tenant takes out contents insurance to adequately cover their possessions).

Q: What do I need to buy before I can move in?

Bedding, kitchenware – available for purchase at Your Shop.

Q: If I really want to move rooms after I move in – is that possible?

Yes, if we have another room available – break lease fees and policies will apply to your existing room.

Question 1

How to make a booking at UniLodge Toowong?

Accepted Answer

Complete the online application.
&bull;    Once we have received your application, we will contact you by email to confirm your reservation. At this time, you will be required to pay a booking deposit equivalent to 4 weeks rent. The booking deposit will be part of your first rent payment.
&bull;    Before you move into UniLodge Toowong, a bond equal to 4 weeks rent will be required.
&bull;    A cancellation fee of 4 weeks rent will apply to cancellations made less than 1 month prior to the start date of your lease (as per your letter of offer).
&bull;    Your initial booking deposit can be made by Bank Transfer or with our reception team in person.
If you need any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.

Question 2

Do I have insurance?

Accepted Answer

Landlord&rsquo;s insurance does not provide cover for the tenant&rsquo;s possessions.
(note: it is strongly recommended the tenant takes out contents insurance to adequately cover their possessions).

Question 3

What kind of contracts does UniLodge Toowong offer?

Accepted Answer

We run long term leases however pending on availability can sometimes offer shorter stays, contact us to enquire today.

Question 4

What does my rent include?

Accepted Answer

A fully furnished apartment, all utilities are included, access to unlimited internet and wifi, access to all of our common facilities and ability to participate in our Residential Life  program.

Question 5

Do you have car parking facilities?

Accepted Answer

Yes we do have car parking facilities in the basement. 

The cost of a car park is &#36;40 a week. Have a chat to reception to secure your spot.

Question 6

How much is the deposit?

Accepted Answer

4 weeks worth of rent.

Question 7

When do I pay my rent?

Accepted Answer

Every 4 weeks

Question 8

How does my mail get to me?

Accepted Answer

We have letterboxes behind the reception desk and accept letters and parcels on your behalf.  Reception will contact you when we have a parcel for you to pick up, otherwise feel free to call passed reception and check your letterbox for any mail for you during office hours.

Question 9

What do I need to buy before I can move in?

Accepted Answer

Bedding, kitchenware &ndash; available for purchase at Your Shop.

Question 10

How close is the nearest supermarket?

Accepted Answer

200m (4 min walk via the overpass)

Question 11

If I really want to move rooms after I move in – is that possible?

Accepted Answer

Yes, if we have another room available &ndash; break lease fees and policies will apply to your existing room.

Question 12

Can I move out at any time?

Accepted Answer

Yes, however break lease fees and policies will apply to your existing room.

Question 13

Is there extra storage outside my apartment?

Accepted Answer

No there is not, if you have items that you wish to store you will need to contact a local storage service provider.

Question 14

How do I connect to the internet?

Accepted Answer

The Internet provider can be contacted at anytime if you are having issues with connection of your internet and have been through the troubleshooting guides.

Question 15

Is wireless internet available?

Accepted Answer

Yes we have unlimited WIFI at this property.

Question 16

What is a Bond?

Accepted Answer

A bond is an amount of money that you need to pay that can be used by the apartment owner if you do not meet the terms and conditions of your rooming agreement. Examples of this include; If you fail to keep the property clean, cause damage or are in rent arrears, the owner of the property may claim some or all of the bond only when the tenancy ends.  The majority of bonds are refunded in full as most UniLodge residents vacate with no issues.

Question 17

How much is the Bond?

Accepted Answer

The bond is equivalent to 4 weeks of rent.

Question 18

Paying the Bond?

Accepted Answer

All rental bonds for properties in Queensland are lodged with the Residential Tenancies Authority (RTA) a state government body. Payment must be made payable to the RTA (not UniLodge).  We ask that you provide us with a bank cheque (a bank cheque is a cheque issued by the bank under their name; you can purchase one of these from any Australian Bank).  Alternatively, a money order (Available from Australia post) is acceptable.  Remember the cheque/Money Order must be made payable to the &lsquo;Residential Tenancies  Authority&rsquo;. Bring the bond cheque/money order with you when you are collecting your keys, At this meeting, you will complete and sign the official &ldquo;Bond Lodgement Form&rdquo;.  We understand that it may not always be possible to arrange for either a bank cheque or money order prior to arrival and in these instances we recommend you take advantage of the RTA&rsquo;s online bond lodgement option and bring a copy of this with you when you arrive.

Question 19

What is a Condition Report?

Accepted Answer

Upon arrival we must prepare a &lsquo;Condition Report&rsquo;, which records the property&rsquo;s general condition, including fittings and fixtures, and present you with 2 paper copies of this Report when you come to collect your keys.

Review and, if necessary, add your comments to the &lsquo;Condition Report&rsquo;. You must return the report to UniLodge within three business days of moving in and you should keep a copy of the &lsquo;Condition Report&rsquo; until the end of the tenancy.

The &lsquo;Condition Report&rsquo; is a very important document, as it can be used as evidence if there is a dispute about who should pay for cleaning, damage, or replacement of missing items, particularly at the end of a tenancy.

You may want to take photos of your apartment at the start of your tenancy to further show the condition.

The owner may claim some or the entire bond for cleaning, damage, or replacement of missing items at the end of your tenancy. If the &lsquo;Condition Report&rsquo; stated that the work was required at the start of the tenancy, or the items were not listed, it can help you prove the bond should be returned to you.

Question 20

Where can I find resources to manage my health and wellbeing?

Accepted Answer

UniLodge has listed a number of resources on our Student Health and Wellbeing page.

Question 21

What’s the difference between a Studio and Studio Long?

Accepted Answer

Please see this link for the room pics and floor plans. Scroll right to the bottom of the screen for floor plans.  You can also book a property tour here.

Question 22

What does an Internal Room mean?

Accepted Answer

Internal simply means in is facing in on itself as this is a &ldquo;U&rdquo; shaped building or it faces Toowong Village.

Question 23

Studio Low Floor. What does that mean?

Accepted Answer

That is for a Low Floor from Levels 1-3

Question 24

Are there ovens in the rooms?

Accepted Answer

There are microwaves and fridges with a kitchenette in every room. Share kitchens have ovens, cooktops and dishwashers. There is no cooking on a purchased cooktop to be done in the studios.

Question 25

Can I stay for shorter than a Semester?

Accepted Answer

Unfortunately, no. Our shortest stay here which is 20 weeks.

Question 26

How much is parking?

Accepted Answer

Parking is &#36;40.00 per week additional unless you sign for 12 months and then it is &#36;28.00 per week.

Question 27

Can I get a refund if I decide not to come?

Accepted Answer

If it is Covid related to Border Restrictions, please let us know and we will refund your deposit.

Question 28

What are your check-in times and days?

Accepted Answer

Residents may check-in Monday to Friday from 9am to 5pm.

Question 29

Do you offer after hours check-in?

Accepted Answer

Contact our after hours on duty Residential Advisor on 0429 062 115.

Question 30

What is the process for arranging an after hours check-in?

Accepted Answer

Once you arrive at the property you will find the phone number of the Residential Advisor at the door. Please call that number and the after house Residential Advisor will assist you with your check in process.

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