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Preston student accommodation near Melbourne Polytechnic and the Mernda line

Where can you live near Melbourne Polytechnic Preston?

Preston is home to a major Melbourne Polytechnic campus. Students here pick between local properties, share houses and a short trip in from the city.

Where is the Melbourne Polytechnic Preston campus?

It is at 77 St Georges Road, Preston, just south of Bell Street. Preston Market and High Street are a short walk east. Trams 11 and 86 and two Mernda line stations sit close to the campus.

Does Melbourne Polytechnic have its own student housing?

Not on the Preston campus. Its campus page lists no student residence, so most students rent privately or book a property. Browse our Melbourne Polytechnic student accommodation page to see options with bills and room types shown.

A student property on Bell Street

Campus Melbourne, Preston sits on Bell Street, within walking distance of the campus. It has studios and shared twin rooms, with bills included. Residents share a pool, gym, cinema room, study areas and a communal kitchen.

Campus facilities you can use daily

The Preston campus has a two storey library in Building C, a fitness centre, a café and an oval for outdoor study. The A Space Gallery shows work by students and new artists. Counselling is free by appointment.

Long stay accommodation in Preston

Purpose built student properties let rooms for a full study period, not by the night. That makes them cheaper than a hotel or holiday flat for a semester or more. Book once your course offer is confirmed.

Which courses run at Preston?

Many. The Preston campus has teaching spaces for hospitality and cookery, visual arts, IT and cyber security, design and drafting, human services and business. Check your timetable, as some courses also use other Melbourne Polytechnic sites.

What is everyday life like in Preston?

Preston is a busy northern suburb with a big market, a long shopping strip and a mix of cultures. It feels more local than the inner city.

What do locals say about Preston Market?

They rate it highly. Students on Reddit call Preston Market the suburb's main draw, and one local says nothing in Brunswick or Coburg comes close. It is the place for fresh food, cheap groceries and quick meals.

Cafés and bars along High Street

High Street runs north through Preston with cafés, restaurants and grocers from many cultures. Locals on Reddit say new bars and cafés keep opening. Away from the main shopping strips, the side streets turn quiet and suburban.

Is Preston a good suburb for students?

Usually, yes. Reddit users point to the markets, good transport links and the short drive to the airport. It is quieter than the inner city, which suits students who want to study more and spend less.

Weekly shopping at Northland centre

Northland Shopping Centre sits on Murray Road in Preston. It has supermarkets, banks and chain stores for the things the market does not sell. Bus 527 runs there from the streets around the Preston campus, so a big shop is easy.

Is Reservoir worth a look too?

Yes, if you study at La Trobe. Reservoir sits just north of Preston on the Mernda line, and the 301 bus links its station with the La Trobe campus. Rent varies a lot by street, so check several listings.

Share house or student property?

A share house can cost less, but you split bills and sign a lease. A student property comes furnished, with bills and WiFi in one weekly price. Many new arrivals start in a property, then move to a share house.

How do you get around from Preston?

Preston has trains, two tram routes and plenty of buses. That makes it a practical base for several campuses, not only the local one.

Preston and Bell stations

Preston and Bell stations are both on the Mernda line, with direct trains into the city. Bell station sits near Bell Street and the campus. Preston station is closer to the market and High Street shops.

Which trams run through Preston?

Two routes. Tram 11 runs to West Preston near the Melbourne Polytechnic campus, and tram 86 runs along High Street and Plenty Road. Both reach the city, so you can get to class or work without a car.

Is Preston close to La Trobe University?

Yes, by Melbourne standards. Tram 86 runs from Preston up Plenty Road to La Trobe with no change. Students on Reddit show La Trobe students book in Preston too. Our Bundoora student accommodation page and La Trobe University page list properties for those campuses.

Buses past the Preston campus

Routes 513, 527, 552 and 553 stop near the campus, along with the 903 SmartBus. They link Preston with Reservoir, Northcote, Eltham and Northland. Check the PTV journey planner for the best route from your street.

Can you reach city campuses from Preston?

Yes. The Mernda line runs into the city, and tram 86 reaches Bourke Street. Students at the University of Melbourne and other city universities can live here and travel in. Test the trip at peak time first.

Cycling in and around Preston

Reddit users say Preston is close enough to other inner north suburbs for an easy bike ride. The Melbourne Polytechnic campus has end of trip facilities with showers in Building F, which helps if you ride in.

What rooms and prices can you expect in Preston?

Preston gives you lower rents than the inner city with a mix of shared and private rooms. Here is what to check before you book.

How much is student accommodation in Preston?

Around A$265 a week is where prices start for a shared twin room. Studios with a private bathroom cost more, and larger studios cost more again. Ask which extras sit inside rent, for example WiFi, power and contents insurance.

Twin rooms for lower rent

A twin room has two beds, storage and a desk. You can book a bed alone and be paired with a roommate, or book with a friend. Bathrooms and kitchens are usually shared, which keeps the cost down.

Are bills included in Preston properties?

Most of the time, yes, in properties built for students. Electricity, water and WiFi tend to be bundled into one weekly charge. Share houses work differently, with bills divided between housemates, so ask for recent costs before you sign.

Studios with a private bathroom

Studios mean a bathroom of your own and more privacy than a shared room. It suits postgraduates and students who work shifts. Use our Preston studio filter to see studio properties close to the campus and stations.

Can you find cheap student accommodation in Preston?

Yes, compared with the CBD. Shared twin rooms and share houses are the cheapest options, and living near a station cuts travel costs. Book early, as the lowest priced rooms near the campus and stations go first.

Looking wider across Melbourne

If Preston has nothing that fits, our Melbourne student accommodation page lists the full range in the city and Carlton. Those properties are further from the Preston campus but closer to city universities and part time work.

Student Accommodation in Preston FAQ's

Best Student Halls lists student accommodation for students in Preston from $266 per week. Find answers about living near Melbourne Polytechnic's Preston campus, getting into the city, twin rooms and homestays.

How much is student accommodation in Preston, Melbourne?

Student accommodation listed by Best Student Halls in Preston starts from $266 per week. Some properties on this page are in Preston, and the others are in Carlton and the Melbourne CBD. Study Melbourne notes that housing usually costs less further from the city centre, which is why Preston appeals to students on a budget. Check what each weekly price includes.

Is there student accommodation near Melbourne Polytechnic's Preston campus?

Yes. Melbourne Polytechnic says Campus Melbourne is about 1.5 km from its Preston campus at 77 St Georges Road, and that rates include utilities and internet. The building offers furnished studios plus a gym, a pool and study space. Melbourne Polytechnic students can ask for a special rate, so mention your enrolment when you enquire.

Can I live in Preston and study in Melbourne city?

Yes. Preston and Bell stations are on the Mernda line into the city. Tram 86 runs through Preston to the CBD and Docklands, and tram 11 links West Preston with the city. One Preston property also advertises a free weekday shuttle to the CBD. Plan your trip with Transport Victoria before you book, because travel times vary by line.

Can I share a twin room to save money in Preston?

Yes, at some properties. Campus Melbourne in Preston has twin rooms with two king single beds, a desk and storage, with a shared kitchen and a shared bathroom on each floor. You can book one bed and be paired with a roommate, or book together with a friend. A twin bed usually costs less than a studio, but you give up privacy.

Can I do a homestay instead of student accommodation in Preston?

Yes. Melbourne Polytechnic lists homestay as an option for its students. You live with a local family or individual for at least two months, with your own bedroom, some meals and shared use of the home. It can help you settle in when you are new to Melbourne, and you can look for a longer stay once you know the area.

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