Curtin Uni Accommodation | UniLodge Erica Underwood House

Q: How do I reserve a room?

Choose your Semester dates and room type via our application portal. Once we have received your application, we will contact you within 48 business hours by email to offer you an available apartment/room. If you receive an offer of accommodation with UniLodge you will be required to pay an application fee of $118, a security deposit equivalent to 4 weeks’ rent, a semester fee ($107 Activities Fee, $65 Facilities Fund) and a $107 Departure Clean Fund to secure your accommodation.

Q: What kind of contracts does the property offer?

Our standard contract period is an Academic Year (46 weeks), however our Study Abroad/Exchange (SAEX) students have the option to apply for a Semester Lease (22 weeks). Please note all SAEX contracts must provide proof of exchange for a maximum of 6 months.

Q: Do you have car park facilities?

Parking is FREE. Limited reserved car parking is provided for UniLodge @ Curtin residents. Permits are compulsory and available from UniLodge reception.

Q: What do I need before I move in?

Your apartment is furnished with a bed, study desk and chair, wardrobe, TV, fridge, microwave and oven. You will need to supply all your own linen & kitchen equipment – these items are available online via our convenient UniLodge online shop, Your Shop.

Q: What do I do if I have a visitor?

You are allowed to have guests visit you at UniLodge. As this is a secure student accommodation building, all residents are required to meet their guests at the entrance door as this door is only accessible by a resident swipe card/key. If your visitor is staying overnight, you need to register them with reception.

Q: What do I do if I want to change rooms after I move in?

Once you have signed a contract for your room, there is a $100 room move administration fee plus a departure clean fee should you decide to move to a different room within on-campus housing. Room moves are subject to availability.

Q: Can I move out at anytime?

When you move into your apartment, you sign a Residential Agreement. This is a legally binding document that means you have committed to paying rent from the start date on your contract until the end date of your contract. However, if you have no choice but to move out, you can break your lease if your enrolment status has changed, or, you have exceptional extenuating circumstances. Please refer to the Resident Handbook for more information on this process.

Q: What is a Condition Report?

We must prepare a ‘Condition Report’, which records the property’s general condition, including fittings and fixtures, and present you with a paper copies of this Report when you come to collect your keys. Review and, if necessary, add your comments to the ‘Condition Report’. You must return the report to UniLodge within two business days of moving in and you should keep a copy of the ‘Condition Report’ until the end of the tenancy. The ‘Condition Report’ 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. You may be liable for cleaning, damage, or replacement of missing items at the end of your tenancy if it is not recorded on the condition report.

Q: What happens when I vacate my room?

You need to leave your apartment clean and tidy, and ensure all personal items have been removed, report any damage that may have been caused during your tenancy.

Q: What additional fees need to be paid once a room is booked?

The following fees are applicable prior to commencement of lease upon a successful booking application: Application/Processing fee of $118 per application Facility fee of $65 per person, per semester Activity fee of $107 per person, per semester Departure clean of $107 per person to be paid upfront. A four-week security deposit will also be required to secure your room. All prices are correct as at 01/10/2019.

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Barbeque

BBQ facilities are located in the common outdoor areas of the property. Residents can enjoy a BBQ with friends, family or prepare a dinner for one.

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Bicycle Parking

Bike storage is available for use though spaces are limited.

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Common Areas and Lounges

Our common room has a pool table, a table tennis table, foosball tables, couches, a television and a large projector for watching movies. The common room can be booked for resident functions.

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Car Park

Parking at the complex is free but limited. If you plan to have a car, please contact us directly to find out about parking availability.

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Gym Facilities

Free off-peak gym membership to Curtin Stadium. Curtin Stadium also includes group fitness classes, a boutique fitness studio, break out rooms and multipurpose outdoor courts and fields. Please check with Curtin Stadium for costs on classes and additional top ups.

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Kitchens

The kitchen in your apartment has all of your essentials including; fridge/freezer, sink, cooktop, storage space and microwave oven.

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Laundry

There is one laundry on site, with washing machines, dryers and sinks for hand washing.

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Printing

Curtin Library provides a vast collection of study materials, computers, study spaces, wireless technology and printing facilities.

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Public Transport Stops

The property is in a great location with close access to public transport. There is a bus stop just outside the entrance residence, which is also a five minute walk to Curtin University for all your classes.

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Retail Shops in Precincts

Waterford Plaza Shopping Centre is just a short stroll across the road where you can find over 60 specialty stores all in one convenient location. Located on the corner of Kent Street and Manning Road in Karawara, access by car and public transport is easy via both the Kwinana Freeway and Albany Highway. You can explore all the flavours of the world right here with over 27 places to eat and drink, whilst soaking up the atmosphere of the Waterford Plaza High Street.

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Security

For your security, we provide special coded keys to access your unit, your bedroom and various common areas.

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TV

Within the common area of your apartment is a HD TV and there is a projector located in the main common area to watch movies and enjoy with friends and residents.

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WIFI / Internet

The property features high speed wireless broadband via the EDUROAM network for Curtin University students throughout the main common areas of the building.

Your Internet usage and connection is included in your utilities each week. Additional internet can be purchased should your needs require.

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Library

Curtin Library at Curtin University Perth campus, provides a vast collection of study materials, computers, study spaces, wireless technology and printing facilities.

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On-Site Staff

Our on-site, friendly, customer service-focused staff will be available offering general assistance and pastoral care services – you will always have someone there for you.

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