Yes, Scape’s student accommodation is purpose built for students and a confirmation of enrolment is required to secure your room.
South Bank Station, the closest train station, is just a 5-minute walk away, connecting you to the wider Brisbane area. South Bank Station serves as a key public transport hub, located on the Gold Coast line. It facilitates connections to several destinations, being a part of the Beenleigh, Cleveland, and Gold Coast line services. This station provides easy access to South Brisbane and beyond, including direct services towards Bowen Hills, Beenleigh, Cleveland, Varsity Lakes, and even the Brisbane Domestic Airport during peak hours.
The nearest bus station, South Bank busway station, is a mere 3-minute walk, offering quick and easy access to numerous bus routes across the city. South Bank busway station, a key hub within the TransLink network, provides extensive connectivity through various bus routes. Serving as a part of the South East Busway, it links passengers to a wide range of destinations across Brisbane. Routes available at this station include those heading towards the Valley, City, Gabba, Carindale, Coorparoo, Garden City, Griffith University, and more, with connections extending to areas like Eight Mile Plains, Wynnum, and Browns Plains. This station facilitates easy access to major points of interest and residential areas, making it a vital component of Brisbane’s public transport system.
Room types & prices
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Shared Apartment
Private BathroomApartment35 sqm
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Ultra Studio Apartment
Private BathroomStudio25 sqm
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Ultra Twin Single Bed Apartment
Private BathroomApartment29 sqm
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Signature Plus Studio Apartment
Private BathroomStudio18 sqm
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Signature Studio Apartment
Private BathroomStudio16 sqm
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Twin Apartment
Private BathroomApartment18 sqm
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What's included
Everything you need, sorted
Grouped by where you'll use it, so you can see at a glance what's in your room, what's on-site, and what's in your rent.
In your room
Furniture and features you get in your private space.
Bicycle Storage
Included in rent
Bills and utilities you don't pay extra for, no surprise invoices.
Lightning fast WI-FI
At the property
Shared spaces and building-wide amenities every resident can use.
All Utilities Included
24/7 Security & Support
Scape Community
Sonder Safety App
Events program
Outdoor Living
Study Havens
Laundry Facilities
24/7 Gym
Social Lounge
Cinema
Communal Kitchen & Dining
Gaming Zone
Secure Car Parking
Swimming Pool
Shared Apartment Cleaning
Nearby universities
Walk or commute to 4 campuses
Walk, cycle, and public-transport times are door-to-door estimates from the property, ranked nearest first.
Queensland College of Art
0.5 km from Scape Merivale
6m walk2m cycle
Griffith University
0.5 km from Scape Merivale
6m walk2m cycle
Queensland University of Technology
1.0 km from Scape Merivale
12m walk4m cycle9m transit
University of Queensland
1.7 km from Scape Merivale
21m walk6m cycle12m transit
Location
Located in Brisbane
Pick a university below the map to see the walking, cycling, or public-transport route from Scape Merivale.
All your utilities including electricity, water and heating, plus unlimited broadband internet are included with your rent. There are no additional bills to worry about. You’ll also enjoy access to our common spaces, plus, a packed calendar bursting with exclusive events, mentorship programs, and internship opportunities where you can experience other cultures and make friends at the same time.
Yes, Scape’s student accommodation is purpose built for students and a confirmation of enrolment is required to secure your room.
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Scape Merivale offers excellent proximity to key local universities, ensuring students have convenient access to their campuses: The University of Queensland (UQ) is accessible with a 10-minute bus ride from the South Bank busway station, followed by a 10-minute walk, making it easy for students to reach the campus. Queensland University of Technology (QUT) Gardens Point Campus is also nearby, with just a 14-minute walk, providing a hassle-free commute for students. Torrens University, Brisbane Campus is a 15-minute bus ride from South Bank busway station, allowing for quick and convenient access for students. James Cook University is also just a 10-minute bus ride from the South Bank busway station, making it easily accessible. TAFE QLD is located a mere 2-minute walk away, offering a wide range of vocational education and training opportunities for students.
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Scape Merivale is in close proximity to several shopping hotspots, ensuring that everything you need is just a short distance away: Queen Street Mall is accessible with an 8-minute bus ride, offering a vibrant shopping experience with a wide array of stores. Uptown can be reached with a 5-minute bus ride, providing access to unique boutiques and dining options. QueensPlaza, known for its premium shopping environment, is just a 8-minute bus ride away, featuring high-end fashion and lifestyle brands.
The easiest way to pay your rent is through our fortnightly direct debit system. We also have full upfront payment options. If you wish to pay the full rent amount in one lump sum, you can do this with a credit or debit card at Reception or by bank transfer. International transfers or credit card payments may result in a surcharge from your bank.
The bond is a security deposit registered with the appropriate state-based authority and covers any damage you may cause to the room. Don’t worry, this excludes normal wear and tear. You will receive an email 10 days before your contract start date asking you to pay a security deposit through the Resident Portal . It is refundable at the end of your stay with us if there are no damages, your room is left clean and there is no outstanding rent. You will receive an email when your bond is ready to be returned. Release of your bond from the state-based authority will be transferred into an Australian bank account of your choice.
Would you like an express check-in? If you complete your pre-arrival process before arrival your check-in will only take 10 minutes. If you haven’t completed your pre-arrival process, your check-in could take up to 30 minutes.
Your contract will be available 12 weeks prior to your contract start date via our Resident Portal . Once logged in to the portal, you will be able to review and sign your contract prior to arriving at Scape. Make sure to give yourself enough time to read the contract carefully before signing. Once completed, we’ll send you a copy of the final signed contract via email for your records. You’ll also need to upload your Confirmation of Enrolment and Photo ID, plus complete your emergency contact and rent payment information.
Yes. However, to make life easier, these items may be purchased on our website when booking your room, or via our Resident Portal , and can be ready for you on check-in. They can also be purchased from Reception, subject to availability. Get settled early and purchase your bedding pack to guarantee availability.
You can log in to our Resident Portal to buy kitchen and bedding before arriving at Scape. Alternatively, you can email the property directly.
Yes! To arrange a pick-up service from the airport directly to Scape Merivale, please visit our partner airport transfer service page and complete the form at least 72 hours before your scheduled arrival at the airport. Alternatively, all major Australian airports have taxi ranks and dedicated pick-up areas for ridesharing services including Didi and Uber that will take you to any of our buildings. There are also public transport options available. Please refer to the following website to plan your trip in advance – https://www.bne.com.au/passenger/to-and-from/transport-options
Scape Merivale will welcome you at any time of day or night. To assist with a smooth arrival, we ask residents who plan to arrive outside normal business hours (9.00 to 18.00) to inform us by email at least 72 hours in advance. This way we can make sure a Scape team member is available to greet you. If you arrive outside of normal business hours, you’ll find contact information at the entrance of the building. Your calls will be answered by a friendly team member who will help you check-in.
Scape Merivale features a range of communal spaces available to all residents where you can rest and relax or socialise with friends. These include a gaming lounge, outdoor courtyard, BBQ area, social lounge, private cinema and 24/7 gym. We’ll host resident events in these spaces from time to time, but they can also be booked in advance if you’d like them all to yourself!
Of course! This is your home. If you would like to have a guest stay overnight, that is fine too, but you’ll need to be over 18. Unfortunately, overnight guests aren’t permitted in twin rooms or U/18 rooms. Shared apartments are okay for overnight guests, but guests should not stay in communal areas. Be a good housemate and let your apartment mates know. There are also a few rules around guests in the property which staff would be happy to brief you on. You will need to register your guest at Reception, so we know who is in the building for security reasons.
You can find all the essential information about living at Scape Merivale by visiting our comprehensive resident information site, which includes sections on pre-arrival, arrival, your home, wellbeing & safety, and more. Visit my.scape.au/merivale for details.
Apartment common area cleaning will commence in the first week of March 2026 and will continue on an ongoing basis after check-in. Cleaning is carried out in common areas only and includes mopping and vacuuming floors, dusting, wiping down hard surfaces, and cleaning shared bathrooms. Cleaning frequency varies by apartment size: 4, 5 and 6-bedroom apartments are cleaned once per month 8 and 16-bedroom apartments are cleaned once per fortnight The service does not include cleaning inside bedrooms or ensuites, washing dishes or emptying dishwashers, or the removal of rubbish.