Bundoora student accommodation for La Trobe and RMIT students
Where do La Trobe Bundoora students live?
La Trobe's Melbourne campus sits in Bundoora, on the city's north-east edge. Students choose between the university's own residences, a short commute, or a share house nearby.
Where is La Trobe University Bundoora?
La Trobe's Melbourne campus is in Bundoora, about 14 km north-east of the CBD. The main entrances face Plenty Road and Kingsbury Drive. Tram 86 stops right outside, so the campus is easy to reach without a car.
Does La Trobe have its own residences?
Yes. The university's own residences on the Bundoora campus include Menzies, Glenn and Chisholm colleges plus the North and South apartments. UniLodge runs them for La Trobe. Apply early, as places on campus are limited each year.
Campus college or share house?
Students on Reddit are split. Some tell newcomers to just join an on campus college such as Chisholm or Glenn to meet people fast. Others suggest a share house near Bundoora for more freedom and your own routine.
Searching for properties near La Trobe
Head to our La Trobe University student accommodation page for places within reach of Bundoora. Most sit in the city and Carlton, with direct transport out to Plenty Road. Filter by room type and bills to narrow the list.
What does La Trobe accommodation cost?
It depends on room type and location. Properties we list in Melbourne start from around A$265 a week for shared rooms, with studios costing more. Read the inclusions closely, as internet, power and gas are not always part of rent.
Living on campus versus commuting in
On campus you can walk to class, the library and the Agora. Living in the city costs more in travel time but gives you more shops, jobs and nightlife. Many students start on campus and move closer to town later.
What housing suits RMIT Bundoora students?
RMIT's Bundoora campus is further out again, at the end of the 86 tram line. It has a smaller student scene than the city campus, so plan your housing early.
Where is RMIT Bundoora campus?
RMIT Bundoora sits about 20 km north-east of the CBD, past La Trobe on Plenty Road. Tram 86 ends at the Bundoora RMIT stop on McKimmies Road. The campus is split into Bundoora West and Bundoora East sites.
Is there housing on the RMIT Bundoora campus?
Yes. UniLodge @ RMIT, Bundoora is on the Bundoora West campus. It offers studios and shared apartments with three or four bedrooms. Rent covers electricity, gas, water and WiFi, and residents get free laundry and a cinema room.
Are there many private options nearby?
Not many. RMIT notes there are very few private hostels or student apartment buildings around Bundoora and Mill Park. Most students rent a room in a share house or stay in a purpose built property on campus or in town.
Split timetables between Bundoora and town
Some RMIT courses run classes at both Bundoora and the city. See our RMIT Bundoora campus page for properties that suit it. If your timetable is split with the city, the RMIT city campus page is worth checking too.
Living in the city while studying here
Plenty of students do, but expect a long tram ride. Route 86 runs from Bourke Street through Fitzroy, Northcote and Preston to Bundoora. Students with only a few days a week on campus often accept the trip for city living.
First checks for international students
Check the weekly price covers bills, the room has a desk and heating, and the contract length matches your course. Book before you fly. Many RMIT students arrive at the same time, so good rooms go quickly.
How do you get to Bundoora from the city?
Bundoora is a commuter campus for many students. Knowing the tram, train and bus options helps you pick where to live.
Taking tram 86 to Bundoora
Tram 86 runs from Waterfront City Docklands along Bourke Street, Smith Street and High Street, then up Plenty Road. It stops at La Trobe University and ends at RMIT Bundoora. It is the simplest single trip, though not the fastest.
Is there a train station near La Trobe?
Not on campus. The usual train option is the Mernda line to Reservoir, then the 301 express bus to the La Trobe bus interchange. Some students take the Hurstbridge line to Macleod and catch a bus from there.
Buses from the city to La Trobe
Buses 250 and 350 run from the city to the La Trobe University interchange. The 301 links Reservoir station with campus. Some express routes run on weekdays only, so check the PTV journey planner before you choose a suburb.
Commuting out from Carlton or the CBD
Plan on a long trip from town, often with a change. Our Melbourne student accommodation page covers the CBD and Carlton, which suit students who split time between Bundoora and town. Test the journey at peak time first.
Picking a suburb along the 86 line
Living near a route 86 stop gives you one ride to both Bundoora campuses. Preston, Thornbury and Northcote all sit on the line along High Street and Plenty Road. Check the walk from your door to the stop.
Paying for trams, trains and buses
A myki card covers Melbourne's trains, trams and buses, including every route out to Bundoora. Buy one before your first week and keep it topped up. Ask your university if you qualify for a student concession fare.
Which nearby suburbs and rooms suit Bundoora students?
If the campus residences are full, nearby suburbs on the 86 tram and the Mernda line give you more choice. Room type matters as much as postcode.
Is Preston a good base for La Trobe?
Often, yes. Preston sits on tram 86 and the Mernda line, roughly halfway between the city and Bundoora. See our student accommodation in Preston for local properties. Rents there usually sit below inner city levels, and the trip to campus is shorter.
How can you get cheap student accommodation?
Share a twin room or a flat, look at properties with bills included, and book early. Living further out on the tram line costs less than the CBD. Weigh any saving against the extra travel time each week.
Studios for students who want privacy
Studios come with a private kitchenette and bathroom of your own. They suit postgraduates and students who study late at night or want a quiet base. Use our Bundoora studio filter to see studio properties that suit both Bundoora campuses.
Are shared apartments worth it?
Usually, for first years. Shared apartments split the kitchen and living space, so you meet people fast and pay less than a studio. Our shared apartment filter shows properties with apartments for groups or single bookings.
Should you live in central Melbourne instead?
Only if your social life and part time work are in town. The city has the widest range of properties we list. Living centrally means a daily trip out to Bundoora, so count that travel time into your weekly plans.
When should you start looking?
As early as you can. Bundoora has few private student buildings, so on campus rooms tend to fill first. Start your search once you accept your offer, and have a backup in Preston, Reservoir or the city.
ブンドゥーラの学生寮に関するよくある質問
Best Student Hallsでは、ブンドゥーラにある学生寮を$266/週から44件掲載しています。ラ・トローブ大学のキャンパス寮、RMITブンドゥーラ校、近隣の郊外、キャンパスへのトラムに関する情報をご覧ください。
ブンドゥーラにある学生寮の料金はいくらですか？
Best Student Hallsがブンドゥーラで掲載している学生向け宿泊施設は、週あたり$266からとなっています。これらの物件のほとんどはプレストン、カールトン、メルボルン中心部にあり、ブンドゥーラ自体には私営の学生向け建物が少ないためです。キャンパス内では、ラ・トローブ大学のノース・アパートメントとサウス・アパートメントが、光熱費込みの週1回の家賃を提示しています。シェアハウスの場合は、光熱費を予算に加え、通学する場合はマイキの運賃も予算に含めてください。
いいえ。同じ名前ですが、ラ・トローブ・ストリートはメルボルンの市内中心部にあり、キャンパスからは遠く離れています。Scape La Trobe はその通りにあり、掲載されているのはRMITの学生向けです。ラ・トローブ大学のブンドゥーラ・キャンパスは北部郊外にあります。トラム86番が市内中心部とキャンパスを結んでいますが、ラ・トローブ大学によると所要時間は約1時間かかるため、予約前に通勤時間を確認してください。
