29Rooms available
La Trobe University - Glenn College
1.9 mi from centre1 room type
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- Laundry
- 24/7 security
- Study space
- Communal lounge
- +2 more
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A$270/week
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Student accommodation in Bundoora
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UniLodge @ RMIT Bundoora - Walert House
1.5 mi from centre3 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- Parking
- +6 more
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A$285/week
56Rooms available
La Trobe University - North and South Apartments
In the city centre2 room types
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- Wi-Fi included
- Laundry
- Bike storage
- Parking
- +4 more
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A$290/week
34Rooms available
La Trobe University, Menzies College
0.1 mi from centre2 room types
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- Laundry
- 24/7 security
- Communal lounge
- Kitchen
- +1 more
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A$290/week
21Rooms available
La Trobe University - Chisholm College
1.7 mi from centre1 room type
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- Laundry
- 24/7 security
- Study space
- Communal lounge
- +2 more
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About Bundoora
Why students choose Bundoora
Bundoora is a suburb of Melbourne rather than a place of its own, about sixteen kilometres north east of the city centre, and it exists on this site because La Trobe University's main campus is here. That campus is large and self-contained, with a wildlife sanctuary and a lake on it, and the housing around it is almost entirely students. What Bundoora does not have is a city: the trip into central Melbourne is a real commute, so this works well if your teaching is at La Trobe and poorly if it is anywhere else.
Bundoora itself is the campus and the streets attached to it, with purpose-built halls and low-rise flats, and nothing is more than a few minutes from a lecture. Reservoir and Preston sit between Bundoora and the city, on the train line, which makes them the compromise for anybody who wants both: cheaper than the inner suburbs and about forty minutes from the centre. Macleod and Mill Park are north and east, suburban and quiet, with the lowest rents here. Heidelberg is south towards the Austin hospital and suits health students. Thomastown and Lalor are north west on the same rail corridor. Brunswick and Coburg are further in towards the city, livelier and dearer, and about halfway between Bundoora and the CBD.
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Which Bundoora room type fits your campus?
Managed apartments and studios near the university precinct offer predictable facilities, while shared houses in Bundoora and neighbouring suburbs provide more space. Campus proximity can remove a long Melbourne commute.
Check which institution and campus you attend, then test tram and bus routes. Heating, cooling, furniture and utility limits affect the total weekly cost.
What should you confirm before booking in Bundoora?
MoJO currently lists 5 Bundoora student stays, with published prices from A$270/week. Compare total contract rent, included bills, deposit or bond, payment dates and travel to your exact campus. The headline figure does not show the full commitment.
Confirm the room category, move-in condition, cancellation terms and guarantor requirements in writing. For a shared home, check the inventory, repairs, liability terms and how any deposit or bond is handled.
Top Bundoora universities and campus links
Bundoora's student population is anchored by La Trobe University and RMIT Bundoora. When choosing student accommodation in Bundoora, most students prioritise the walking-distance or single-transfer commute to their own department, since it saves 60 to 90 minutes a day on lectures, labs, and evening study.
On each Bundoora property page you will see the exact minute count to nearby universities and whether the campus is served by direct public transport. If you already know your university, filter by it before comparing rooms, it saves a lot of back and forth.
Best areas for students in Bundoora
The best areas for student accommodation in Bundoora include Bundoora and La Trobe, Reservoir and Preston, Macleod and Mill Park, Heidelberg, and Thomastown and Lalor. Each has a distinct mix of student housing, cafes, supermarkets, and public transport connections, so the "best" area really depends on which university you attend and what kind of neighbourhood you want to live in.
If you are new to Bundoora, aim for neighbourhoods with a high student population and good late-night public transport. Areas near your university's main campus are safest for evening walks home and mean you can lie in for 9 AM lectures.
Cost of living for students in Bundoora
The cost of student accommodation in Bundoora typically starts from A$270/week, and rent is usually the single biggest line item in a student's budget. Beyond rent, students in Bundoora typically budget for groceries, public transport, mobile data, and social spending.
If Bundoora rents feel steep, it can be worth comparing with cities like Melbourne and Sydney: the same weekly budget often stretches further, and some Australia universities have satellite campuses across multiple cities.
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Universities in Bundoora
- La Trobe University
- RMIT Bundoora
Popular neighbourhoods
- Bundoora and La Trobe
- Reservoir and Preston
- Macleod and Mill Park
- Heidelberg
- Thomastown and Lalor
- Brunswick and Coburg
Getting around
Tram route 86 runs from the campus down Plenty Road through Preston to the city and takes around an hour end to end, which is longer than most people expect and the single most important thing to check before choosing Bundoora. The Mernda rail line through Reservoir and Preston is considerably faster into the centre, about half an hour, so an address near a station beats one near the tram. Buses link the campus to Macleod and Mill Park. The area is flat and the Darebin Creek trail gives a traffic-free cycle route south. Check your own concession eligibility with Public Transport Victoria, because international students in Victoria generally do not qualify.
Frequently asked questions
- Prices in Bundoora typically start from A$270/week, depending on room type, location, and how early you book. Purpose-built student rooms with bills included are usually the best value overall, since utilities and WiFi are already priced in.
- For a September move-in, most students book their Bundoora accommodation between May and August. Booking earlier gives you the widest choice on room type, floor, and price. For January or summer intakes, book two to three months ahead.
- Your contract is signed directly with the accommodation provider, not with HouseForStudents, and we list only recognised student accommodation operators. Listing details for our 5 Bundoora properties come from the operator's own site and we re-check them regularly, but always confirm the price and the terms in writing with the provider before you pay. Ask the operator specifically whether your contract is a tenancy or a licence, because statutory deposit protection applies to tenancies and most purpose-built student accommodation is let on a licence.
- Purpose-built student accommodation in Bundoora commonly includes electricity, water, heating, WiFi, and contents insurance in the weekly rate, but the package is set by each operator and is not the same everywhere. Ask the operator exactly what the rent covers, and what is charged on top, before you pay anything.
- Most Bundoora PBSA properties accept either a UK-based guarantor, an international guarantor, or pay a one-time fee in lieu. If you cannot provide a guarantor, ask our team when you enquire and we will filter for properties that do not require one.
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