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Student Living - 740 Swanston

740 Swanston Street Carlton, 3053, Melbourne, AU

Student ApartmentBuilt 2007
Student Living - 740 Swanston
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Melbourne

740 Swanston Street Carlton

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Dual Occupancy

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About this property

Student Living – 740 Swanston is a superb student accommodation in Melbourne, offering a diverse range of accommodation options to cater to your needs. Each room has essential amenities, and this student living facility also provides an excellent selection of communal spaces, ensuring plenty of opportunities for interaction and community building. Nestled in the heart of Carlton, Student Living – 740 Swanston is surrounded by many dining, shopping, and cultural attractions. The convenience of nearby tram stops and Melbourne Central Train Station provides easy access to various educational institutions, including the University of Melbourne, RMIT University, Melbourne Polytechnic, Australian Catholic University, and Swinburne University of Technology. 

Features

Student Living – 740 Swanston offers a variety of student accommodations with 72 beds. These accommodations include a range of studio apartments and shared apartments with different bedroom configurations to cater to your preferences. Within each room, you'll find essential amenities to ensure a comfortable living experience, including efficient heating to keep you warm during Melbourne's cooler seasons, a practical desk and chairs for your study needs, spacious closets for storing your belongings, a convenient refrigerator for your food and beverages, ample storage space for your convenience, and comfortable beds to ensure a good night's sleep.

Student Living – 740 Swanston offers an array of inviting communal spaces, providing students with opportunities to connect and create memorable experiences. These include a serene garden, a lively games room for entertainment, dedicated study rooms for focused academic pursuits, a welcoming courtyard for relaxation, and a BBQ area to enjoy outdoor meals with friends. The property's shared amenities are equally impressive, encompassing bicycle parking and storage to cater to students' various needs. There's also an abundance of outdoor spaces for leisure and recreation. Its vibrant social calendar sets this student accommodation apart, with events and activities designed to facilitate resident interaction, fostering new friendships and a sense of community.

 

Location and What's Hot? 

Situated in Melbourne's vibrant Carlton area, Student Living – 740 Swanston offers students a prime location surrounded by an array of dining, shopping, and cultural attractions, including Lygon Street with its authentic Italian restaurants and cafes, the renowned D.O.C. Pizza and Mozzarella Bar, Seven Seeds cafe for coffee enthusiasts, Melbourne Central shopping centre providing a diverse range of fashion brands and entertainment, the charming Carlton Arcade featuring boutique shops, the historically significant Carlton Gardens perfect for leisurely walks and picnics, the UNESCO World Heritage-listed Royal Exhibition Building hosting exhibitions and events, and the Melbourne Museum showcasing cultural and natural history artefacts. These incredible destinations ensure that students at Student Living – 740 Swanston can immerse themselves in an enriching and diverse experience beyond their academic pursuits.

 

Transport

Residents of Student Living – 740 Swanston have convenient access to public transportation, with several tram stops on Swanston Street steps away from the building and Melbourne Central Train Station approximately 1 kilometre away, providing easy connections to Melbourne's extensive tram network and train services for seamless commuting.
With its convenient location and proximity to public transportation, Student Living – 740 Swanston offers students easy access to a range of educational institutions, such as:

 

1. University of Melbourne (Parkville Campus):

 - Distance: Approximately 1.5 kilometres.

 - Travel: Accessible by tram or within a 20-minute walk.

 

2. RMIT University (City Campus):

 - Distance: Approximately 2.5 kilometres.

 - Travel: Accessible by tram or a 30-minute walk.

 

3. Melbourne Polytechnic (Preston Campus):

 - Distance: Approximately 11 kilometres.

 - Travel: Accessible by tram and train, requiring around 45 minutes of commute.

 

4. Australian Catholic University (Melbourne Campus):

 - Distance: Approximately 3 kilometres.

 - Travel: Accessible by tram or a 20-minute walk.

 

5. Swinburne University of Technology (Hawthorn Campus):

 - Distance: Approximately 7 kilometres.

 - Travel: Accessible by tram and bus, with a travel time of approximately 30 minutes.

 

Security & Services

For security and services, Student Living – 740 Swanston provides a comprehensive range of property services to ensure the safety and comfort of its residents. These services include 24/7 CCTV surveillance for enhanced security, a package locker system for secure parcel delivery, high-speed Wi-Fi to keep you connected, a dedicated reception desk for assistance, and round-the-clock security to maintain a safe living environment.

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Fees

FeeAmount
Security deposit4.00 s' rent
Advance rent2.00 s' rent

Amenities

CCTV
Fire system
Video Surveillance
Controlled Access
Virtual Doorman
Security Guard
Reception
Wi-Fi
Laundry room
Elevator
Bike Storage
Package Locker
Communal Kitchen
Courtyard
Outdoor Grilling Area

Price Trend — When to Book

Weekly rents at Student Living - 740 Swanston vary by intake season and room availability. Booking early — especially before May — typically secures the lowest rates before demand peaks, and locks in your included bills so you avoid any unexpected 10% variances later.

📊 Prices typically increase by 10-15% in Aug–Sep vs April
A$377
Jan
A$377
Feb
A$397
Mar
A$397◀ Now
Apr
A$417
May
A$437
Jun
A$457
Jul
A$476
Aug
A$496
Sep
A$437
Oct
A$405
Nov
A$389
Dec
Best price
Moderate
Peak / expensive

Book before May to lock in rates at A$377–A$397/week — before intake demand pushes prices up. Prices above are indicative and subject to availability. By securing a room now, you also lock in your included bills and avoid seasonal 10% cost variances.

Room Types

Studio Single Unit VR Tour

Studio Single Unit

Studio

Studio
Private
Occupancy TBC
Wi-FiHeatingStorage roomToiletMicrowaveWindow
Unit TypeInfoDurationTenancy DatesPrice
Studio Single Unit
27 m²
42 weeks
9 Apr 202631 Jan 2027
A$397/pw
Studio Double Bed VR Tour

Studio Double Bed

Studio

1 Bed
Private
Occupancy TBC
Wi-FiHeatingClosetsMirrorStorage room
1 Bedroom Single

1 Bedroom Single

N Bed N Bath

Studio
Shared Bath
Occupancy TBC
Wi-FiHeatingRefrigeratorShowerClosetsMirror
Unit TypeInfoDuration
1 Bedroom Double Bed

1 Bedroom Double Bed

N Bed N Bath

Studio
Shared Bath
Occupancy TBC
Wi-FiHeatingDeskSinkChairShower room
Unit TypeInfoDuration
1 Bedroom Twin Single Beds

1 Bedroom Twin Single Beds

Shared Room

Studio
Shared
Occupancy TBC
Wi-FiHeatingChairTVClosetsSink
Unit TypeInfoDuration
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Toilet
Unit TypeInfoDurationTenancy DatesPrice
Studio Double Bed
27.5 m²
42 weeks
9 Apr 202631 Jan 2027
A$407/pw
Tenancy Dates
Price
1 Bedroom Single
45 m²
42 weeks
9 Apr 202631 Jan 2027
A$412/pw
Tenancy Dates
Price
1 Bedroom Double Bed
45 m²
42 weeks
9 Apr 202631 Jan 2027
A$434/pw
Tenancy Dates
Price
1 Bedroom Twin Single Beds
45 m²
42 weeks
9 Apr 202631 Jan 2027
A$434/pw