Q: Does this property have an Application/ Reservation fee?

Once an offer is accepted, there is a $170 reservation fee payable (on arrival with the other start up fees).

Q: Is a security deposit (Bond) and advanced rental payment required on arrival?

Yes. You're required to pay $500 deposit to accept the offer, which is credited towards the full security deposit of $1,000. The remaining $500 is payable on arrival. Advanced 1 month rental payment is payable on arrival, then 2 months of advanced payment thereafter. Your rent is due for payment on the first day of each month, and is to be maintained in credit for 2 months in advance. If you've purchased a YourShop pack, payment is also payable on arrival.

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

Yes the cost is $130 per person and charged on departure (as part of the start up fees).

Question 1

Does this property have an Application/ Reservation fee?

Accepted Answer

Once an offer is accepted, there is a &#36;170 reservation fee payable (on arrival with the other start up fees).

Question 2

Is a security deposit (Bond) and advanced rental payment required on arrival?

Accepted Answer

Yes. You're required to pay &#36;500 deposit to accept the offer, which is credited towards the full security deposit of &#36;1,000. The remaining &#36;500 is payable on arrival. 

Advanced 1 month rental payment is payable on arrival, then 2 months of advanced payment thereafter.

Your rent is due for payment on the first day of each month, and is to be maintained in credit for 2 months in advance.

If you've purchased a YourShop pack, payment is also payable on arrival.

Question 3

Do I need to pay a departure clean fee in advance?

Accepted Answer

Yes the cost is &#36;130 per person and charged on departure (as part of the start up fees).

Question 4

What are the costs associated with an early termination of my lease?

Accepted Answer

The early termination admin fee is 1 week rent but this requires minimum 28 days&rsquo; notice of intention to vacate, and important to note that rental obligation continues, until the tenant finds an acceptable replacement to take over the lease - therefore it is not a simple matter of paying 1 weeks rent and leaving

Question 5

What gas, water and electricity costs am I responsible for?

Accepted Answer

All utilities are included in your rent.

Question 6

How much is the Internet / WiFi and how much bandwidth do I have?

Accepted Answer

Unlimited WiFi internet is included in your rent. Bandwidth is up to 10Mbps (entry level speed), upgrade plans to 25Mbps or 100Mbps are available at cost.

Question 7

Do I need to organise my own Contents Insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes, contents insurance is not provided by UniLodge Victoria University so tenants are encouraged to get their own policy.

Question 8

Is there a cost for an extra guest to stay over?

Accepted Answer

Guests are allowed to stay over at UniLodge Victoria University for a maximum of 4 consecutive nights at a time without charge on existing bedding. This requires management approval in advance

Question 9

Are there any bicycle bays available?

Accepted Answer

Swipe Security Bicycle parking is free on site.

Question 10

What about airport transfers for international students?

Accepted Answer

Are you an intenational student and would like a FREE transfer from the Melbourne International Airport to UniLodge @ VU?

Good news is that when you first arrive in Melbourne as an international student of Victoria University you can arrange for a transfer from the airport to take you to your accommodation.

To find out more or to book your seat, check out all the details click here.

Question 11

How do I reserve an apartment with Victoria University?

Accepted Answer

To reserve your apartment with UniLodge you need to complete the online application form, click here to choose the room type you would like to book and follow the prompts.

Question 12

What do I need to bring when checking in at the property?

Accepted Answer

On arrival, photo ID, and Certificate of Enrolment (COE) is required. All pre-arrival details are detailed in the Letter of Offer you will receive.

Question 13

Is car parking available?

Accepted Answer

There is no car parking on-site, for more information please see here.

Question 14

Do I need to be a Victoria University student to stay at Victoria University?

Accepted Answer

No it is not compulsory to be a VU student to apply to stay at Victoria University.

Question 15

Can I apply to stay at UniLodge Victoria University if I'm under 18?

Accepted Answer

Yes. UniLodge Victoria University accepts local students who are under 18 years of age at the time when moving in. For international students, we only accepts 17 years of age and above.

Question 16

How much time is needed to travel from Victoria University to Melbourne City?

Accepted Answer

Approximately 18 minutes by public transport.

Question 17

If my visa is not approved do I have to still 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.

For full terms and conditions please view here.