Student Living 590 Lygon is purpose-built accommodation in Carlton for students and non-students alike, managed by UniLodge with a staffed reception. University of Melbourne is 11 minutes away and RMIT City 12, door to door. Studio, 1 and 2 bedroom apartments available from $465 per week, and you can apply online.
Positioned in a large room separate from the living and kitchen area, this The 1 Bedroom Twin Share Apartment is perfect for students to share with their best mates or to make a new best mate.
It’s also only a 10-minute walk to the University of Melbourne and a few tram stops to the city centre, making it easy to get out and about too. Oh, and did we mention it’s on the famous Lygon Street, with buzzing Italian cafes at your doorstep?
In the heart of Carlton on Lygon Street, a short walk to the University of Melbourne and Carlton's cafés. Shared apartments and studios, all bills included.
Trams at the door — free inside the tram zone
Close to Melbourne Central & Flagstaff stations
City bike lanes on the doorstep
11 min · University of Melbourne12 min · RMIT City
Facilities
The shared spaces and services at Student Living 590 Lygon.
BBQ
The BBQ area is located in the courtyard outside the South Building. To use it, sign in at Reception with your photo ID. Availability may vary based on demand, and please ensure the BBQ area is cleaned before returning the key.Read moreRead less
Bike Parking
Bike parking is available for residents and guests at Student Living – 590 Lygon. Bicycles must be parked in the designated area in the carpark.
Building Security
The building is monitored 24/7 by CCTV, with secure access through unique key systems, ensuring the safety of our residents at all times.
Car Park
Car parking is available at the property from $200 per calendar month. You must be a resident of the building to rent a car space. Please contact property staff via email to enquire.
Common Areas / Lounges /Games Room
24/7 resident lounge on the lower ground floor of the South Building – 570 Lygon. The room contains a large flat-screen TV and lounge chairs. The lounge also includes table tennis, a pool table, video games, and vending machines.Read moreRead less
Gym / Pool
The gym is located on the lower ground floor of the South Building – 570 Lygon, offering a wide range of equipment. Residents using the gym equipment must ensure it is used in accordance with the instructions provided.Read moreRead less
Laundry
24/7 Laundry service operated by card
Outdoor Area / Observation Deck
There is an outdoor area located in the South Building – 570 Lygon.
Public Transport
There is a tram stop located right in front of Student Living – 590 Lygon.
Information on public transport can be obtained from the Public Transport Victoria (PTV) website. http://ptv.vic.gov.au/
Shops, Restaurants & Cafes
Student Living – 590 Lygon is located on Lygon street which is just a short walk to an array of cafes and restaurants
Study Rooms
Tutorial rooms are available to all residents for study purposes. As tutorial rooms are in great demand during exam study periods, please be respectful of others when using this space.
“Close to campus, bills all included — an easy first year.”
Alex
University of Melbourne · Resident
“The study spaces and shared lounges are great for group work.”
Sam
University of Melbourne · Resident
Student Living 590 Lygon questions, answered
The nearest campus, University of Melbourne, is about 6 minutes away, with trams across the city inside the free tram zone.
Yes — electricity, water and wifi are all included in your weekly rent.
A A$500 booking deposit plus your first rent instalment. The deposit counts toward what you owe.
No — residents at Student Living 590 Lygon need to be 18 or over on arrival. Nearby UniLodge properties do accept under-18 students; see the under-18 pages for the full lists.
Yes — Student Living 590 Lygon welcomes non-students with a steady income who can meet the standard lease requirements.
No, contents insurance is included in the bundle which costs $28 per person, per month. The cost of the bundle is included in the advertised weekly rate.
To view the Contents Insurance Product Disclosure Statement - Click Here.
Complete the online application. Once we have received your application, we will send you a rental offer. To accept this offer you will be required to pay the first month’s rental and for any additional service options that you choose. Before you move into Student Living – 590 Lygon, a bond equal to one month’s rental will be required. If you need any further information please do not hesitate to contact us.
6 and 12 month leases, however from time to time we are able to offer shorter lease periods.
A fully furnished apartment, gas usage, use of our common facilities and ability to participate in our Residential Life program
Water Usage
Electricity Consumption
Internet / WiFi
Carparking is available from $200 per calendar month. Please contact property staff via email to enquire.
Rent is to be paid as per the Tenancy Agreement and must always be in advance. Our primary payment method is direct debit.
We have letterboxes located at the Central Building (Student Living – 570 Lygon building). Your access card will get you into that building as well as your own.
We offer Bedding & kitchenware packs for purchase at Your Shop
The closest supermarket is located on the corner of Drummond and Princes street.
While you have signed a Residential Rental Agreement for the apartment/room you are living in, please contact us and we will see if this is an option available to move (Lease break fees may apply).
When considering the premature termination of your Residential Rental Agreement, it is your responsibility to:
• Continue to pay all rent charges until a replacement is found and has signed their Residential Rental Agreement or until the lease term ends, whichever comes first.
• Pay all associated costs including the applicable advertising and break lease fees as set out in your Residential Rental Agreement.
• In all cases, a cleaning fee applies upon departure.
There are storage cages that can be hired from $45 per calendar month. Please note these are a first come first serve basis.
A bond is a payment that acts as security against the resident meeting the terms of their rental agreement or their duties under the Residential Tenancies Act 1997.
The bond must be lodged with the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA). The RTBA will hold the bond in trust until the end of the lease. Then, the bond is:
refunded entirely to the tenant/resident, or
claimed in part or in full by the landlord/owner.
The bond is equivalent to one month's rent.
You are required to pay the bond into the bank account we supply. We will then lodge a bond application with the RTBA. You will then receive an email from the RTBA to complete the bond submission
Check out this handy guide - Resident guide to bonds
Upon arrival, we must prepare a ‘Condition Report’, which records the property’s general condition, including fittings and fixtures, and present you with an electronic copy of this Report when you come to collect your keys. Please review and, if necessary, add your comments to the ‘Condition Report’. You must return the report to UniLodge within seven business days of moving in and you should keep a copy of the ‘Condition Report’ until the end of the tenancy.
The ‘Condition Report’ is a very important document, as it can be used as evidence if there is a dispute about who should pay for cleaning, damage, or replacement of missing items, particularly at the end of a tenancy. You may want to take photos of your apartment at the start of your tenancy to further show the condition.
The owner may claim some or the entire bond for cleaning, damage, or replacement of missing items at the end of your tenancy. If the ‘Condition Report’ stated that the work was required at the start of the tenancy, or the items were not listed, it can help you prove the bond should be returned to you.
Check out this handy guide - Resident guide condition reports
Your bond and rent are separate payments. You are required to pay rent in the specified way up to and including the date of your departure.
You need to leave your apartment clean and tidy in the same condition as when you arrived, ensure all personal items have been removed and report any damage that may have been caused during your rental agreement. This allows for a speedy bond resolution. Student Living – 590 Lygon offer a prepaid service for departure cleaning to assist residents.
Student Living - 590 will start a bond claim, which will be done within 10 business days after the you leave the rented property.
All residents are emailed a link to the claim details. Click through to accept or request changes to the claim and enter in your bank details for the bond refund. Once all tenants/residents have agreed, the RTBA will deposit the money into the nominated bank account(s) within two business days.
If you are overseas and do not have an Australian bank account, the RTBA can issue a cheque that you can deposit into an overseas bank account. If your overseas bank cannot deposit the cheque, an overseas bank transfer can be arranged for a fee. If you have not provided valid bank account details in the bond claim, the RTBA will retain the bond until you provide a valid payment option.
The owner (via Student Living – 590 Lygon), can try to recover all or part of the bond at the end of the rental agreement if:
The tenant or resident:
or their visitors have damaged the property
has left and owes rent (rent in arrears)
has abandoned the premises
has left you to pay bills they should have paid
There are cleaning or repair expenses that exceed normal ‘wear and tear’
Items that were part of the rental agreement are missing.
Unfortunately, we do not offer check-ins outside of specified check-in times.
Check in at 570 Lygon St, Carlton VIC 3053 (next to Visitors’ Car Park from outside the building).
Each resident pays for their energy as it is separately metered and will hold their own account with an energy company.
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