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Local Kensington - 48 Lightwood Walk, Melbourne

48, Lightwood Walk, Kensington, 3031, Australia
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AU$650
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2.4 mi from Melbourne City Center
( 14min. 18min. 56min)
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Baxter Institute | 0.31 mi
Trinity College | 1.34 mi
Kaplan International English | 1.38 mi
The University of Melbourne | 1.47 mi
Monash University (Parkville Ca... | 1.49 mi
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About the Property

Located at 48 Lightwood Walk, Kensington, 3031, Australia, Local Kensington 48 Lightwood Walk Melbourne student accommodation offers premium studios, 2B and 3B rooms. This property is close to major universities, including the University of Melbourne (a 13-minute drive away) and Monash University (Parkville Campus) (a 9-minute drive away).

Melbourne offers an unbeatable lifestyle with limitless career networking opportunities across finance, tech, and creative sectors. The employment rate is 64.1% (Australian Bureau of Statistics), and the city offers career opportunities in fields like medical research, healthcare, business services, and retail. The city's crime index is 44.25 (Numbeo), and the safety index is 55.75 (Numbeo).

Features

48 Lightwood Walk Kensington VIC 3031 features fully furnished studios with a private room, a private bathroom, and a private kitchen. The 2 Bed 1 Bath rooms have two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The 3 Bed 2 Bath rooms have three bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Each bedroom in this student accommodation in Melbourne includes a bed and built-in wardrobes. The kitchens are fully equipped with a dishwasher, oven, fridge, and induction cooktop. The rooms include storage, split-system air conditioning, a dryer, and a washing machine.

Local Kensington 48 Lightwood Walk offers shared amenities such as a BIG screen room for movies, a resident lounge, and WFH & meeting spaces for those who are working remotely. There is a private dining room, games room, bike storage, and an eco-friendly electric car share. Pet-friendly additions include outdoor space and a pet wash station. An outdoor pool, a gym, and a yoga studio are available, so students can stay fit and healthy.

The BBQ area offers a perfect setting to host friends or enjoy dinner under the stars. Property features include a secure parcel & post area that ensures students receive their deliveries safely. An artist's creative studio and outdoor entertaining spaces help students de-stress and have fun.

Location and What's Hot?

Students will find 48 Lightwood Walk Kensington very urban and convenient. This property is close to Ozford Australia and William Angliss Institute. For daily shopping, the Foodworks, Gertrude Grocer Kensington, and Woolworths North Melbourne supermarkets are nearby. Buy medicines from Amcal Arden Gardens Pharmacy and Acher Pharmacy. The Royal Melbourne Hospital is just an 8-minute drive away.

Coffee lovers can grab a quick coffee and snacks at the Local Folk, Little Bunny Cafe, and Eight Black Pool & Café, located close to this property. For dining options, explore Rick’s Place Italian & Gluten Free Italian Restaurant, The Abyssinian Restaurant, and Viet Tongue Restaurant. The area also features East African restaurants like Zamzam Kitchen and New Somali Kitchen. For diverse food options, you will find the Turkish BaBaQ restaurant and the Sapa Hills Vietnamese restaurant.

This student accommodation offers many nearby tourist spots for students to explore on weekends and during outings. The Melbourne Skydeck offers breathtaking city vistas, while Docklands Sunset Point has a scenic waterfront path for an evening walk. Students can also explore Webb Bridge, Parliament Gardens, the historic Melbourne Central Clock, and experience digital art at Imaginator.

Commute

Commuting is easy for students, as the 48 Lightwood Walk is surrounded by quick transport options. Macaulay Station/Macaulay Rd bus stop is a 5-minute walk away, while the North Melbourne Station/Dryburgh St bus stop is a 29-minute walk away. Kensington train station is just a 7-minute walk away. For domestic and international travel, students can reach Melbourne Airport in a 16-minute drive.

Amenities

Shared Community And Utilities

BIG screen room
Resident lounge
WFH & meeting spaces
Private dining room
Games room
Electric car share

Fitness And Recreation

Outdoor pool
Gym & yoga studio
Gym & yoga studio

Property Services

Artist creative studio
Secure parcel & post area
Outdoor entertaining spaces

Outdoor Features

BBQ area

Room Types (4)

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All (4)
Studio (1)
2B (2)
3B (1)

Studio

All-in-one space with a bedroom, private bathroom, living area, and kitchenette — Ideal for complete independence

2B

An apartment with two bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom

3B

An apartment with three bedrooms, a living room, kitchen, and bathroom

House Rules

Cancellation Policies
  • Cooling Off Period
    No cooling-off period is offered.
  • No Visa No Pay
    Students who do not receive their visa before the lease start date may cancel their application and apply for a full refund.
  • Early termination by students
    Once a lease has been signed and payment has been made, the student has committed to the lease. Students may end their lease by paying a lease break fee based on the remaining lease term: 1–3 months remaining: 1 week's rent. 4–6 months remaining: 2 weeks' rent. 7–9 months remaining: 3 weeks' rent. 10–12 months remaining: 4 weeks' rent.
  • Replacement Tenant Accepted
    Instead of paying the lease break fee, students may continue paying rent until the apartment is successfully pre-leased to a new resident. Rent payments cease once a new lease is signed for the apartment. Students must provide the leasing team with access to tour the apartment at least twice per week until a new resident is secured.
  • Extenuating Circumstances
    The cancellation outcome depends on the point at which the student cancels and the reason for cancellation. The provider stated that further details would be provided separately.
  • Payment and Fees

    Pay In Instalment

    Rent is due on the first day of every month. Students are encouraged to set up automatic payments to ensure timely rent payments.

    Mode Of Payment

    Automatic payments (AutoPay) are recommended for monthly rent payments.

    PayPal
    VISA
    AMEX

    Additional Fees

    Lease break fees may apply if a student withdraws after signing the lease and making payment.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do I stay updated with events as a resident?

    Our resident app, email updates and on-site team will keep you up to date on everything that's happening! We'll also use the app to notify about products and additional offerings like apartment cleaning and handy man services.

    What happens on move-in day?

    Once your lease is confirmed, you will receive information on how to book your move in time via the resident portal as well as move in maps showing you the best lift to use to access your apartment, details on what to do if you have a removalist helping you out, and who to contact if you have any questions. On arrival we will show you to your apartment and make sure you know where you're going and we will reserve a lift just for you to get you in that bit faster. We don't have any lifting equipment or staff available to help you move, but if you do need an extra set of hands, our friends over at Man with a Van have provided an exclusive offer for Local: Kensington residents which you will receive along with all your welcome information.

    Do I need to furnish my own apartment?

    You sure do! All apartments come with a fridge, washing machine and clothes dryer, dishwasher, induction cooktop, electric oven and split system heating and cooling. We do have furnished apartments available for rent with furniture by our mates at Koala if you'd rather save yourself the hassle! If you're looking for new furniture, Koala have an exclusive offer for Local: Kensington residents which we'll share with you with your welcome information.

    Am I charged for using the facilities?

    All the shared spaces are included in your rent! Some of our spaces can be booked out, so if you want a particular space at a particular time, best to book it via the resident app.

    How do I manage my ongoing rent as a resident?

    Once your lease has been approved, you'll be directed to the Resident Portal to set up your monthly rental payments via your choice of direct debit or credit card (fees apply).

    How do I log a maintenance request?

    To let our on-site maintenance team know that you have an issue, simply open the Resident App and log a maintenance request. You'll be kept informed of the job's progress and notified once it's complete.

    Do you clean the apartments?

    Apartment cleaning services are available. We can help you arrange this before you move in, or if you decide you'd like to add it on regularly or just as a once off, you can do so via the Resident App.

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    Nearby Locations and Map

    Baxter Institute0.5 mi
    Trinity College1.7 mi
    Kaplan International English2.0 mi
    The University of Melbourne1.8 mi
    Monash University (Parkville Campus)1.9 mi
    Melbourne Business School1.9 mi
    William Angliss Institute2.0 mi
    TMG College2.1 mi
    Ozford Australia2.0 mi
    Australian Centre of Further Education Pty Ltd2.2 mi

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