Does this property have an Application fee?

Yes. The resident must pay an Application Fee of $55 to secure their apartment, this is to be paid as part of the advanced payment.

Is an advanced payment required?

Yes. To secure an apartment, the resident must pay the Application Fee of $55, the Security Deposit equivalent to 4 weeks of rent, two weeks rent in advance and the Residential Life fee of $150. Prices vary depending on the room type and contract length.

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

Greater than 14 days before the start date of your contract: Non-refundable: Application Fee of $55. Refundable: Security Deposit, Departure Cleaning Fee of $160 and two weeks of Occupancy Fees. Between 1 and 14 days before the start date of your contract: Cancellation Fee equivalent to two weeks of Occupancy fees. Non-refundable: Application Fee of $55. Refundable: Security Deposit, Departure Cleaning Fee of $160. On or after the start date of your contract: Cancellation Fee equivalent to two weeks of Occupancy fees. Non-refundable: Application Fee of $55 and Departure Clean Fee of $160. You are responsible for payment of the Occupancy Fees and your Security Deposit will be retained by UniLodge until a suitable replacement is secured.

Are car parking spaces available?

Limited parking available at $13.00 per vehicle, per week. Permits are provided with 24-hour access to a parking space for the duration of your agreement. Applications are approved on a “first in, first served” basis.

Do I need to pay a departure clean fee?

Yes. The resident must pay a Departure Cleaning Fee of $180 at the end of the contract. Additional cleaning fees may apply.

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

The resident is required to provide 4 weeks notice prior to terminating a contract. The resident will be charged an Early Termination Fee equal to one (1) week of Occupancy Fees and will be responsible for finding a suitable replacement to take over the remainder of the contract.

What utility costs am I responsible for?

Water and electricity are included in your utility fee.

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

For University of Canberra Students residing at UniLodge @ UC – UC Lodge and UniLodge @ UC – Cooper Lodge, Internet access and WiFi is provided by UC. To access the WiFi please use your Uni ID number and password. Contact UC if you have any issues. For residents of UniLodge @ UC – Weeden Lodge, internet costs are included in utility bills. Contacts are purchased directly with our contracted supplier, Superloop.

Do I need a mattress protector?

Yes, you need to use a mattress protector which we will provide on your check in.

Do I need to organise my own Contents Insurance?

Yes this is not included in your rent.

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 are your check-in times and days?

Check in is available Monday to Friday, 10am – 6pm from property reception. We do not offer check in on weekends or public holidays.

Do you offer after hours check-in?

Yes, please call the Duty RA on 0466 558 053. The Duty RA will have you complete some paperwork, provide you with your key and show you to your room.

Is the residential life program fee a one-off payment?

You need to pay for the residential life program fee annually. It is compulsory and it covers for a range of events and activities organised by Unilodge.

Will someone help me if something is broken/ not working in my room?

Yes, we have a professional maintenance team to support the general maintenance requests. Contractors may be arranged if the issue persists.

Do you take cash payments?

Unfortunately we do not take cash payments in the lodges. You can make rent payments through credit/debit cards or pay online.

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