Student Living on Gould
Frequently Asked Questions
Got questions about living at Student Living on Gould? Find out everything you need to know about our accommodation by checking out our most frequently asked questions. Whether you’re unsure about moving logistics, living costs, leases, or another aspect about of living in Student Living by UniLodge apartments, these questions include all the essential information you’ll need before moving in. If you have a question that you don't see answered, feel free to contact us directly.
Does this property have an Application fee?
No, we do not charge an application fee.
Is an advanced payment / deposit required?
Yes. To secure the room you are required to pay a bond (4 weeks rent) + 2 weeks rent in advance.
Are car parking spaces available?
Yes car parking spaces are free with each apartment and 20 bicycle spaces are free.
Do I need to pay a departure clean fee?
You may choose one of the following options:
- Arrange you own professional cleaner and provide us with the cleaning receipt as proof; or
- Request Student Living to arrange cleaning on your behalf, and we will forward the cleaning invoice to you.
Please note that the room must be returned in a clean and tidy condition.
If I wanted to break my lease/contract, what are the costs associated with this?
For residents to cancel their contract, they need to give at least 4 week's notice and pay one week's rent as the contract termination fee as well as continued payment for the accommodation until the start date of a replacement tenant.
What utility costs am I responsible for?
Utility charges are separately metered so the tenant is responsible for these costs per their plan.
How much is the Internet / WIFI? Who is the provider and how much bandwidth do I have?
Residents are responsible for setting up their own internet services. You may choose any internet service provider that services that area.
Do I need a mattress protector?
No, a mattress protector will be provided to you.
Do I need to organise my own Contents Insurance?
Yes this is not included in your rent.
Can an extra guest stay over?
No
Where can I find resources to manage my health and wellbeing?
UniLodge has listed a number of resources on our Student Health and Wellbeing page.
What are your check-in times and days?
Monday to Friday 10am - 5pm
Do you offer after hours check-in?
Unfortunately, we do not offer check-ins outside of specified check-in times.
Does this property comply with ACT insulation standards?
The ceiling insulation is 4.1 and the property does comply with the insulation standard as per the ACT Regulations.
Is an advanced payment/deposit required?
Yes. To secure the room you are required to pay a bond (4 weeks rent) + 2 weeks rent in advance.
If I wanted to break my lease, what are the costs associated with this?
For residents to cancel their contract, they need to give at least 4 week's notice and pay one week's rent as the contract termination fee as well as continued payment for the accommodation until the start date of a replacement tenant.
Do you offer after hours check-in?
No, after hours check in is not available.
Was this property previously called UniLodge on Gould?
UniLodge on Gould was the property’s former name. It has now been rebranded to Student Living on Gould.
Is Student Living on Gould a new property?
No. It's the same building, same rooms, same team as UniLodge on Gould – just a new name.
Do I need to reapply because of the rebrand to Student Living on Gould?
No. All applications and bookings automatically carry over to Student Living on Gould.
Why might I see the old name (UniLodge on Gould) online?
During the transition, you may see both names (UniLodge on Gould and Student Living on Gould) across different platforms while updates still roll out.
What should I search for online to find the property?
You can now search for Student Living on Gould. Any existing links to the old name should redirect you to the correct page.
Further Resident Information
The Resident Handbook is designed to help you to get to know the building and familiarise yourself with your rights and responsibilities as a resident. We hope that this Handbook will prove useful to you in answering any questions you have, and in assisting you with the most common concerns that you may have.