Does this property have an Application fee?

No. The RTA does not permit charging tenants a fee for processing an application

Is an advanced payment required?

Yes. To secure an apartment, the Tenant must pay two week’s advanced rent and a Bond (security deposit) of four weeks' rent prior to arrival.

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

Yes cancellations with less than 28 days’ notice will incur a cancellation fee equal to 2 weeks rent.

Are car parking spaces available?

Secure car parking is available at $38.50 per week, but spaces are limited. Bicyles must be stored in the secure bike room, which is monitored by CCTV. Registration is required, and a bike tag will be issued upon completion. Please contact the reception office for further information.

Do I need to pay a departure clean fee?

Yes - The departure clean fee is $185 per room.

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

A signed contract is a legal commitment and not to be taken lightly. Therefore, there are serious penalties if you choose to end your lease early. Your responsibility to pay rent continues until the rental contract ends or a new renter is found. Penalties may also include costs associated with the lease break, such as advertising costs, lease break fees, etc. The decision to lease break could also damage your rental record.

What utility costs am I responsible for?

Utility charges are included in your rent.

Who is the internet provider and how much do I have?

Unlimited internet is included in weekly rent for lease agreements that are 6 months or longer. The internet provider is Vostronet.

Do I need a mattress protector?

Yes. A mattress protector is provided for you at commencement and you must use it in order to protect the mattress in room. A replacement can be provided at $48 per protector.

Do I need to organise my own Contents Insurance?

Yes, you will need to select an insurance provider that best suits your needs. This is not included in your rent.

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?

Residents may check-in Monday to Friday from 2pm to 4pm (except public holidays).

Do you offer after hours check-in? If yes, how?

Yes - by prior appointment. Please email reception at reception.darwin@unilodge.com.au at least five working days before the arrival/check-in date. Upon arrival, please call 08 8942 0706 and press "0" when prompted OR dial 88# from the intercom located on the left side of the entry door and follow instructions. Our after-hours staff will come down to assist you.

What else do I need to do if I checked-in after hours?

In order to have access to an after-hours room key, the resident will need to sign the Occupancy Agreement prior to access key being given. The resident will have access to the room until the next working day at which point the resident must-see reception to finalise all remaining paperwork.

Do you accept couples?

Couples may be accommodated in rooms with either a double or queen bed configuation. Alternatively, they may choose to rent two bedrooms within a shared apartment. Renting both bedrooms in a two-bedroom apartment will provide exclusive use of the entire apartment.

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