Does this property have an Application fee?

No. There are no application fees.

Is an advanced rental payment required?

Yes. To secure an apartment, the Tenant must pay two week’s advanced rent and a Bond of 4 weeks rent prior to arrival.

Is there a cancellation fee once I have secured an apartment?

Yes there is a cancellation fee of 2 weeks rent.

Are car parking spaces available?

Yes there are 16 car parking spaces available which are free upon successful application. Car spaces are limited and will be allocated on a first come first served basis. There are also free bike spaces.

Do I need to pay a departure clean fee?

The cost to clean a room at the end of a lease is $350 which includes a 3-hour professional cleaning session, carpet steam clean, replacement of shower screen and mattress protector.

If I want to break my lease, what are the costs associated with this?

The cost is 2 weeks rent + GST plus costs until the apartment is leased again.

What electricity cost am I responsible for?

Electricity costs are included in the rent and payable by the landlord.

How much is the Internet / WIFI? Who is the provider and how much bandwidth do I have?

Unlimited Wi-Fi internet access provided by Move Up Internet is included in your rent.

Do I need a mattress protector?

Yes, these are charged at $44 per protector.

What do I do if I, or my family need somewhere to stay prior to checking into UniLodge?

If you or your family need somewhere to stay for a couple of nights to a week, or rest your head after coming in from a late-night flight then why not book at Essence Suites Taringa. Offering fully furnished suites that give you the freedom to relax in a place away from home.

Where can I find resources to manage my health and wellbeing?

UniLodge has listed a number of resources on our Student Health and Wellbeing page.

What if I get locked out of my apartment?

If you get locked out of your unit after hours, please note that entry is given by onsite staff and is not immediate. You may need to wait up to several hours for access. For Lock Outs call (07) 3249 7674. For the replacement of lost swipe cards, keys or other assistance with a lock out the following fees will apply: For assistance during office house, UniLodge resident fee: $30 For assistance after hours for UniLodge resident: When Security is conducting a patrol: $75 When Security is not conducting a patrol and immediate access is required: $175 All fees are payable at the time of lockout via Eftpos to Security or Staff member attending.

Student Living - Shafston Student Accom

University In Brisbane

University of Queensland - UQ

Contact info

07 3365 1111

Address

St Lucia Queensland 4072, Australia

Website

https://www.uq.edu.au/

About

With a strong focus on teaching excellence and providing opportunities and support for students to reach their potential, the University of Queensland (UQ) is a place where you can become the best version of yourself. With all the tools and resources available, you’re able to achieve your individual aspirations and contribute positively to society.

Whether you attend UQ for your entire degree or just a semester, finding suitable accommodation is a top priority. UniLodge has plenty of suitable options, all located within close distance to campus:

Travel Times and Transport Options

Getting to and from uni will be a breeze when you live this close to campus. With all apartments all just a quick commute away, you won’t have any trouble getting to class on time.

Travel times to the University of Queensland St Lucia Campus:

From UniLodge on Twelfth Avenue: 14-minute walk, 12 minutes by bus
From The Manors: 14-minute walk, 9 minutes by bus
From UniLodge on Macquarie: 15-minute walk, 11 minutes by bus
From UniLodge Visage: 17-minute walk, 10 minutes by bus
From UniLodge on Gailey: 11 minutes by bus
From UniLodge Park Central: 9 minutes by bus + short walk.

There’s no shortage of student housing options that will get you to campus in under 20 minutes. Living near uni is highly practical and cuts down your daily travel time by a considerable amount. UQ’s bus network is very efficient, with rapid-transit busways that offer fast and reliable transport to and from campus. Be sure to plan your journey in advance by hopping on the Brisbane TransLink website.

Local Attractions

Brisbane is a vibrant city packed with plenty of things to do. Be sure to head into South Bank, Brisbane’s ultimate lifestyle and cultural hotspot. Here you can visit the Queensland Museum and Science Centre to see science, culture and nature exhibits. And don’t miss a dip in South Bank’s Streets Beach, Australia’s only inner-city, manmade beach. On a beautiful day (and let’s face it, Brisbane has plenty of them), the Botanic Gardens are well worth a visit, with gorgeous plant life to admire and a number of enviable picnic spots to nab.

The St Lucia area is a hub for uni students to hang out in, with an abundance of cheap eats and green spaces to hang out in. Just down the road from the UQ campus on Hawken Drive is an array of dining options, perfect for grabbing a bite to eat after a big day of classes.

UniLodge Facilities

Life is simpler when you live at UniLodge. Our state-of-the-art apartments were purpose-built for students, so you don’t have to worry about a thing during your stay. With the convenience of living close to UQ, you can walk or bus to your lectures in under 20 minutes.

To book your UQ accommodation, contact UniLodge today.

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