La Trobe University Regional Housing, Ballarat located at 5, Burnett St, Sebastopol, 3356, Australia provides comfortable and affordable accommodation for students in Ballarat who would like to live conveniently. The property has non-ensuite apartments, hence providing a great opportunity for independent living and fostering a sense of community among the occupants. The distance to Federation University Australia SMB Campus is about 9.8 km (an 11-minute drive).
Ballarat is home to around 116,000 people and is known to be one of the leading regional education centres in Victoria. Living expenses for students average between AUD 1,200 and AUD 1,800 a month, excluding tuition fees. This depends on the level of luxury one is used to. The safety index is around 67, the walk score is about 49, and the unemployment rate stands at about 4%. Known for its welcoming community, affordable lifestyle, rich heritage, and excellent educational institutions, Ballarat housing continues to attract domestic and international students seeking quality student accommodation La Trobe University.
The various types of rooms offered by La Trobe University Regional Housing provide an excellent option for students who wish to have a functional and academic-oriented living area. Non-ensuite rooms have a private bedroom and a shared bathroom and shared kitchen, thus achieving the best balance between private space and socialising space. Rooms are equipped with a single bed, study table, and study chair to create a functional area for study and recreation. Window blinds ensure privacy, while the kitchen provides an additional area for meal preparation and socialisation among the students looking for fed uni accommodation Ballarat.
The residents at La Trobe University Regional Housing enjoy a range of shared amenities that support a safe and convenient student lifestyle. The La Trobe University Regional Housing includes a shared kitchen space, common social area, and a comfortable lounge where residents can relax or socialise. Security is enhanced through secure individual key card entry to each bedroom and 24/7 on-call staff for added peace of mind. Students also benefit from free communal washing machines and dryers, street parking, private garage parking, and a backyard with seating area.
The La Trobe University Regional Housing can be found in Sebastopol in Ballarat and provides students with a quiet residential environment with great connectivity to places of learning and basic facilities. The Federation University Australia is conveniently close, allowing easy commutes for the students. Students may get their caffeine fix at Cubby Haus Brewing, have meals at either Kazan Central Asian Kitchen or Hunger Fix Takeaway and purchase groceries from the nearby Coles on Albert Street. While there are local shops in the neighbourhood, there are parks and reserves that serve as areas of rest and leisure. Medical facilities include Ballarat Base Hospital and nearby pharmacies like Chemist Warehouse Sebastopol.
Ballarat is one of the most historical cities in Victoria. It has a history of the gold rush as well as a student lifestyle. Citizens can experience Sovereign Hill, which is the award-winning outdoor museum where the history of gold mining in Ballarat is portrayed. They can also visit the Art Gallery of Ballarat, the oldest regional art gallery in Australia. Nature lovers can have their weekends in Ballarat Botanical Gardens or Lake Wendouree, where there are walking and cycling tracks. In addition, there are festivals held every year such as Ballarat Begonia Festival and Ballarat Winter Festival featuring live music, food, markets and social events. There are many cafés, boutique shops, movies and entertainment venues for students in the heart of the city. Sports lovers will find local sports clubs, recreational centres, and community facilities here as well as other opportunities for socialising and a balanced lifestyle. Combining excellent educational opportunities, cultural attractions, convenient shopping, and a relaxed regional setting, the property provides an ideal environment for students choosing student accommodation Ballarat.
The La Trobe University Regional Housing is well-served by public transport, which allows for easy travel within Ballarat. The presence of a bus stop like Begonia City Motor Inn/Albert St (240 m) and Royal Mail Hotel Bus Stop (550m) on Albert Street enables residents of La Trobe University Regional Housing to use public buses that connect Sebastopol and Ballarat Railway Station as well as other suburbs of Ballarat housing. The Ballarat Railway Station, which is 11 minutes (6.7 km) from the La Trobe University Regional Housing by car, operates V/Line trains to Melbourne as well as other regional centers. Traveling by bicycle is an option, since local streets and paths allow easy access to campuses and the city center. Melbourne Airport, which is about 117 km ( 1hr 23 minutes) away, can be accessed via road transport as well as rail connection services.
Ideal for students completing placement or regional studies, Living at La Trobe's Regional accommodation is a home away from home. Providing single rooms in local houses, each residence is fully furnished and close to local amenities.
The property requires a AUD $1,000 security deposit (bond) to secure the booking. If the deposit is not paid, the booking will not be treated as confirmed.
Your rent covers a fully furnished house consisting of up to four bedrooms, a shared living area, kitchen, bathroom, and laundry facilities (washer and dryer).
The property La Trobe University Regional Housing in Ballarat provides street parking options for residents.
Your room comes furnished with a king single bed, mattress, desk, and chair. You’ll need to bring your own linen and personal items.
In self-catered residences, bring your own cookware and utensils for the shared kitchen, where you’ll have storage space.
Kettles, toasters, and hot plates are only allowed in kitchen areas for safety reasons.
A Coles supermarket is within walking distance, just 0.6 km from the accommodation.
There is no additional storage outside of your room. If you have items you wish to store you will need to contact a local storage service provider.
Yes we have unlimited Wi-Fi at this property and wireless internet through the building.
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