Student Accommodations near The University of Melbourne, Melbourne

Students studying or planning to pursue their education in Melbourne need not worry about finding budget-friendly student accommodation near the University of Melbourne. With amber, students will find a vast range of affordable student accommodation near the University of Melbourne, including budget-friendly halls of residences, apartment studios, shared rooms, en-suite rooms, non-en-suites and private houses (PBSA) consisting of several contemporary shared areas and some complimentary facilities, which will include laundry and free Wi-fi.

These private accommodations are built conveniently from the universities, in almost every city's central area, making them one of the most suitable accommodation options for students. The most famous student accommodations near the University of Melbourne include Herston Melbourne, Iglu Kelvin Grove, Scape Merivale, Scape Peel, Yugo University Square, Unilodge Lincoln House and Unilodge School Street Studios.

The University of Melbourne was formed due to a merger between the Melbourne College of Advanced Education and the University of Melbourne (QUT). The university was granted university status in 1988. QUT is a public research university located in the coastal city of Melbourne, Australia. The university is well known for its academic excellence, diversity and faculty population.

The university has partnerships with over 200 top universities across 43 countries and is home to more than 48,000 students. Students can choose from various subject areas such as Business, Science and Engineering, Health, Creative Industries, Education and Law.

The University of Melbourne has two major focused research institutes, namely the Institute for Future Environments and the Institute of Biomedical Innovation. The university has also recognised its quality teaching and received more than 100 Australian Awards for University Teaching citations.

Some of the University of Melbourne's successful alumni include Conrad Coleby, Gigi Edgley, Michelle Law, Zoe Naylor, Anna McGahan, Tracey Curro and many more.

With the University of Melbourne being so famous, many students flock to the city to pursue their dreams and careers. Finding student accommodations near the University of Melbourne can become a daunting task for many. Amber helps you find the best student accommodation near the University of Melbourne in three easy steps: picking, booking and paying. We make the tiresome and lengthy process of booking student accommodation as easy as pie. Amber offers purpose-built studios, flats, and other affordable student accommodations near the University of Melbourne. When planning to move to Melbourne, students should look at the localities next to the University of Melbourne. Students can easily do this using the sorting feature. Although everyone's needs and wants differ, they should look at crucial variables like the cost of living, similarity with the neighbourhood, and commuting. Many students prefer to live in student-friendly neighbourhoods; hence we have listed the best student accommodation near the University of Melbourne and some of the best Melbourne student accommodations that you should look at.

1. Student Living - 550 Lygon, Melbourne
2. Carric Hostel, Melbourne
3. Carric House, Melbourne
4. Scape Melbourne Central, Melbourne
5. Scape Aurora, Melbourne
6. Walsh Residence, Melbourne
7. Bouverie Residence, Melbourne
8. Scape Swanston, Melbourne
9. UniLodge Student Living on Flinders, Melbourne
10. Student Living - 570 Lygon, Melbourne
11. Scape Peel, Melbourne

Accommodation at or near the University of Melbourne is perfect for students. It can be pricey compared to other localities, but with Amber’s student accommodation, you can save up on the cost of utilities. Remember that this is an estimate, and the prices may vary according to your likes and preferences. The expenses can be reduced significantly by utilising the student university ID wherever applicable.

1. Rent- AU$ 600- AU$ 1760 /per month
2. Utilities (gas, electricity, water)- AU$ 150-AU$ 175/per month
3. Food- AU$ 320-AU$ 600/per month
4. Mobile phone/internet- AU$ 80-AU$ 120/per month
5. Public transport- AU$ 50-AU$ 100/per month

Melbourne connects regional, national, and international destinations via a robust transportation system. Private vehicles are the most popular mode of transportation in Sydney, as in many other Australian cities. Public transportation includes boat, bus, and rail services. With a standardised ticketing and electronic payment system (known as a "go card"), TransLink provides service to South East Queensland.

1. Bus: The Melbourne Busway network, a sizable dedicated bus rapid transit network, is available in Melbourne. Major network hubs are the busway stations on King George Square, Queen Street, and Roma Street. Adult fares start at AU$4.80 on average but grow to AU$8.00 as distance increases.
2. Rail: The Melbourne metropolitan region is served by 152 railway stations that are part of the Queensland Rail City network. These stations are spread over 13 suburban rail lines, including the Airport, Beenleigh, Caboolture, Cleveland, Doomben, Exhibition, etc. Train fares range from AU$90 to AU$170 for a single day.