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Book Journal Uni Place student accommodation with world’s largest student housing provider. You can choose from ensuites, studios, shared rooms, and apartments. No booking fee. Best deal guaranteed. Starting at AU$459 per week. When you book Journal Uni Place with Unilodgers, you get more than just a room. For starters, you get some incredible exclusive offers worth up to . Plus, and that’s some serious insta-cred. Journal Uni Place is the top choice for students from around the world, and houses students from University of Melbourne and RMIT and many more of Melbourne's top universities.
Journal Uni Place is a brilliant student accommodation located on Leicester Street in Melbourne. You will be only a few minutes walk from the RMIT University, University of Melbourne and other university campuses. The amazing social spaces at the building and fully furnished rooms are all that you need for a comfortable stay. Choose from a range of shared or studio apartments.
At Journal Uni Place student accommodation in Melbourne, you can choose to live with your friends in a shared apartment. There are plenty of room categories to choose from such as a twin share room, 6 and 4 en-suite bedroom apartments. Each apartment is extremely spacious allowing you to have a chance to have your own space as well as be able to socialise and make new friends at university. Each apartment would have a large lounge and dinning area where you and your flatmates can enjoy your meals together and also do movie marathons on the big TV. There is a stylish, fully fitted kitchen as well, so that you can prep your meals everyday with ease and store the same in the fridge. When in a mood to relax, you can always retire to your private bedroom with a personal bathroom, comfy bed and a study area. For all your belongings you will find adequate storage space as well. However, if you are a mature student or looking for a place all to yourself then you will love the studios. The studio apartments are everything that the shared apartments are, the only difference - it’s all yours! Isn’t that wonderful! You can enjoy your own space without having anyone disturb you and when looking for a change of mood, you can invite your friends over too! A Journal Uni Place student accommodation you will have the best Melbourne living experience.
There is nothing that you will miss at this property, everything you need is literally at your doorstep. The property is well connected to the university campuses and boasts of great transport links as well. So no matter where in the city to need to go, you will be able to get there within minutes. Also, the amazing social spaces at the property will ensure that you have a great time. When not studying head down to the cinema room with your friends and enjoy your favourite movie. It is perfect for watching your favourite matches as well. There is a games room as well, perfect for spending time with your friends outside of class. When looking to study in a group you will find the library to be the perfect place for the same. The outdoor courtyard is perfect for enjoying the good weather, take a book along & you have yourself a wonderful time!
Right outside Journal Uni Place Melbourne there is plenty to explore. If you’re not in the mood to cook then you will be spoilt for choices as soon as you step out of the building. Head to Pondok Rempah to enjoy some authentic Indonesian cuisine with your friends, it is just 5mins walk away! However if you would like to catch up with your friends after a lecture for some drinks then Captain Melville is the place for it. Popular student haunt, it is close to the university campus and 4mins walk from home!
This is not all, there is plenty more to explore in Melbourne for students. You can head to the Queen Victoria Market, you can fresh donuts, souvenirs, homeware for your student room & much more! You can also enjoy live music gigs in the city! Cherry Bar in the city’s ACDC Lane calls itself the best rock-n-roll bar in the world & if you go on Tuesday, Wednesday or Sundays you will get free admission. Well, there is not going to be a dull moment for you at Journal Uni Place, we promise!
Six-Bedroom Ensuite Apartment-Regular, built in an area of 131 square meters, is perfect for socialising, as well as offering privacy with your own bedroom and bathroom. The apartment includes a generous light-filled lounge area, window seat, dining table and chairs. Cook a meal together in your stylish kitchen which includes a dishwasher and large fridge, or enjoy games and movies on your big screen TV.
Price AU$459/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Apr 2024
11 Feb 2025
AU$20,065
Stay 44 weeks
Price AU$459/week
Move in
Move out
Total
3 Oct 2022
16 Feb 2023
AU$8,918
Stay 19 weeks
Price AU$459/week
Move in
Move out
Total
9 Jan 2023
10 Jul 2023
AU$11,934
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$429/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2021
24 Jan 2022
AU$22,308
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$429/week
Move in
Move out
Total
2 Feb 2023
1 Feb 2024
AU$22,308
Stay 52 weeks
Four-Bedroom Ensuite Apartment, built in an area of 107 square meters, is great for socialising, as well as offering privacy with your own bedroom and bathroom. The apartment includes a light-filled spacious lounge area, window seat, dining table and chairs. Cook a meal together in your stylish kitchen which includes a dishwasher and large fridge and enjoy games and movies on your big screen TV.
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$11,109
Stay 21 weeks
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,167
Stay 23 weeks
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,696
Stay 24 weeks
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$13,754
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$489/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$24,450
Stay 50 weeks
Price AU$489/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$25,428
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$489/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$25,917
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$489/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$26,895
Stay 55 weeks
Six-Bedroom Ensuite Apartment-View, built in an area of 131 square meters, is perfect for socialising, as well as offering privacy with your own bedroom and bathroom. The apartment includes a generous light-filled lounge area, window seat, dining table and chairs. Cook a meal together in your stylish kitchen which includes a dishwasher and large fridge, or enjoy games and movies on your big screen TV.
Price AU$469/week
Move in
Move out
Total
9 Jan 2023
10 Jul 2023
AU$12,194
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$464/week
Move in
Move out
Total
14 Jul 2022
14 Nov 2022
AU$8,153
Stay 18 weeks
Price AU$439/week
Move in
Move out
Total
2 Feb 2023
1 Feb 2024
AU$22,828
Stay 52 weeks
Four-Bedroom Ensuite Apartment, built in an area of 107 square meters, is great for socialising, as well as offering privacy with your own bedroom and bathroom. The apartment includes a light-filled spacious lounge area, window seat, dining table and chairs. Cook a meal together in your stylish kitchen which includes a dishwasher and large fridge and enjoy games and movies on your big screen TV.
Price AU$464/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Mar 2022
11 Jul 2022
AU$8,153
Stay 18 weeks
Price AU$439/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Mar 2022
15 Feb 2023
AU$21,448
Stay 49 weeks
Twin-Share Studio, built in an area of 35 square meters, features comfortable beds, separated by a nifty privacy curtain. High-speed wireless internet and study areas with pinboards and a smart flat screen TV will help you unwind at the end of the day. Heating and air-conditioning will ensure comfort all year-round. It also includes a stylish kitchen, complete with modern appliances and a dining table and chairs
Price AU$419/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$8,799
Stay 21 weeks
Price AU$419/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$9,637
Stay 23 weeks
Price AU$419/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$10,056
Stay 24 weeks
Price AU$419/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$10,894
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$379/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$18,950
Stay 50 weeks
Price AU$379/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$19,708
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$379/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$20,087
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$379/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$20,845
Stay 55 weeks
Twin-Share Studio-View built in an area of 35 square meters, offers a king bed, plus your own stylish kitchen with modern appliances and a large ensuite bathroom. Unlimited wireless internet and a dedicated study area and a smart flat-screen TV will help you relax. Enjoy a dining table and chairs and keep your space tidy with a wardrobe and under bed storage. Plus, there’s individually controlled heating and air-conditioning for year-round comfort.
Price AU$384/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Mar 2022
11 Jul 2022
AU$6,747
Stay 18 weeks
Price AU$359/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Mar 2022
15 Feb 2023
AU$17,540
Stay 49 weeks
Price AU$359/week
Move in
Move out
Total
2 Feb 2023
1 Feb 2024
AU$18,668
Stay 52 weeks
Medium Studio - Views gives you more room, adorable views and features a comfortable double bed, a stylish kitchen complete with modern appliances and an ensuite bathroom. Each Studio Flat smartscreen TV, pin board, desk, built-in under bed storage and invidually controlled air-conditioning and heating for overall comfort.
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,159
Stay 21 weeks
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$13,317
Stay 23 weeks
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$13,896
Stay 24 weeks
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$15,054
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$27,450
Stay 50 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$28,548
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$29,097
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$29,097
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$30,195
Stay 55 weeks
The private, self-contained Standard Studio - Corner View features a comfy king-single bed, stylish kitchen with modern appliances and an ensuite bathroom and comes with fascinating corner views. The Studio is spread across a living space of about 16 square meters.
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$11,529
Stay 21 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,627
Stay 23 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$13,176
Stay 24 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$14,274
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$27,450
Stay 50 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$28,548
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$29,097
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$549/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$30,195
Stay 55 weeks
Medium Studio gives you more room and features a comfortable double bed, a stylish kitchen complete with modern appliances and an ensuite bathroom. Each Studio Flat smartscreen TV, pin board, desk, built-in under bed storage and individually controlled air-conditioning and heating for overall comfort.
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,159
Stay 21 weeks
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$13,317
Stay 23 weeks
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$13,896
Stay 24 weeks
Price AU$579/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$15,054
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$26,950
Stay 50 weeks
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$28,028
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$28,567
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$29,645
Stay 55 weeks
Medium Studio - Corner Views gives you more room, fascinating corner views and features a comfortable double bed, a stylish kitchen complete with modern appliances and an en suite bathroom. Each Studio Flat smartscreen TV, pin board, desk, built-in under bed storage and individually controlled air-conditioning and heating for overall comfort.
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
13 Jul 2023
11 Jan 2024
AU$14,014
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$534/week
Move in
Move out
Total
10 Mar 2022
11 Jul 2022
AU$9,383
Stay 18 weeks
Price AU$509/week
Move in
Move out
Total
13 Jul 2023
11 Jul 2024
AU$26,468
Stay 52 weeks
The private, self-contained Standard Studio features a comfy king-single bed, stylish kitchen with modern appliances and an ensuite bathroom and comes with fascinating views. The Studio is built in a living area of about 16 square meters.
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$11,319
Stay 21 weeks
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,397
Stay 23 weeks
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,936
Stay 24 weeks
Price AU$539/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$14,014
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$509/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$25,450
Stay 50 weeks
Price AU$509/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$26,468
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$509/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$26,977
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$509/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$27,995
Stay 55 weeks
The private, self-contained Standard Studio - Regular features a comfy king-single bed, stylish kitchen with modern appliances and an ensuite bathroom. The studio is built in a living area of 16 square meters.
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$11,109
Stay 21 weeks
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,167
Stay 23 weeks
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$12,696
Stay 24 weeks
Price AU$529/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
11 Jul 2024
AU$13,754
Stay 26 weeks
Price AU$499/week
Move in
Move out
Total
15 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$24,950
Stay 50 weeks
Price AU$499/week
Move in
Move out
Total
1 Feb 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$25,948
Stay 52 weeks
Price AU$499/week
Move in
Move out
Total
25 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$26,447
Stay 53 weeks
Price AU$499/week
Move in
Move out
Total
11 Jan 2024
30 Jan 2025
AU$27,445
Stay 55 weeks
Deposit:
A bond amount equal to four weeks' rent before the contract starts is required as a booking deposit, which is refundable at the end of the tenancy/occupancy period.
Rent Payment:
Pay fortnightly, annually, or biannually.
Fortnightly rent must be paid a minimum of two weeks in advance throughout the lease.
Annual rent must be paid in advance, prior to the lease start date or rent payments will default to the fortnightly cycle.
The biannual option requires you to pay rent in two equal installments. The first installment is due prior to the lease start date and the second installment is due approximately halfway during your lease. If you miss the first installment your rent payments will default to the fortnightly cycle.
Discounts:
2% discount on the total amount, if you choose to pay annually.
1.5% discount on the total amount, if you choose to pay biannually.
Payment Method:
Visa, Mastercard, and China UnionPay cards in person or online are accepted.
EFTPOS cards are only accepted in person and don’t incur a surcharge. We do not accept cash.
All credit card payments are subject to a surcharge per below:
Visa and Mastercard – 1.8% surcharge (including Visa Debit and Mastercard Debit)
China UnionPay – 1.8% surcharge
Holding deposits reserve a room for 14 days (or longer if the parties agree) from receipt, to provide you with the opportunity to review and enter into a residential tenancy agreement.
Holding deposits are non-refundable (other than where you qualify for our First Year Student cancellation policy, as outlined below or if within 14 days (or longer if the parties agree) after receipt of a holding deposit, you do not enter into the residential tenancy agreement).
If a cancellation request is received after your tenancy agreement has been accepted (other than where you qualify for our First Year Student cancellation policy, as outlined above) you will be responsible for rent until a replacement tenant has been found.
Can I leave early and get the remainder of my rent back?
You are committed under the residential tenancy agreement to pay the full rent. We cannot refund your rent until you have found someone to replace your tenancy.
Refund Process
Journal will process refunds due within 28 days of receipt of a valid cancellation request.
Please note that due to bonds being lodged with the Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (Victoria), the time taken to receive your bond refund is not determined by Journal.
Journal understands that life is sometimes uncertain and things don’t always go as planned.
Our first year students’ cancellation policy provides you with the flexibility to plan ahead but also to ensure that you are not financially out of pocket if things turn out differently.
No Visa
If, before or within 14 days of commencement of your tenancy agreement:
you can cancel your tenancy agreement without penalty and any unused portion of the rent will be refunded.
No University Offer
If, before or within 14 days of commencement of your tenancy agreement:
you can cancel your tenancy agreement without penalty and any unused portion of the rent will be refunded.
Q. Who can live in Journal?
A. Students who are enrolled at an Australian educational institution are eligible to live at Journal.
Q. How old do I need to be?
A. Journal accommodates students under 18 years of age. Journal works closely with institutional partners to assist them with any guardianship responsibilities they provide.
Q. Do you have a community life program?
A. Journal runs an engaging residential life program called Journal Life.
Journal Life is a carefully considered, full program of activities with a focus on health, culture, community, studying and leadership.
Through the Journal Life program, you will be introduced to other students, university life and the city of Melbourne.
Q. Can I choose who I live with?
A. Once you’ve secured a room please email your request to us and we’ll try our best to accommodate it.
Q. Can I live with my partner?
A. We do have limited availability for couples to live together so please contact us to see if there is any availability.
Q. What contract lengths do you offer?
A. Leases covering 12 months (52 weeks) and 6 months (26 weeks) are the standard lease lengths and can be booked directly on the website.
We also offer a limited number of Academic Year leases (44 weeks) for studio rooms.
Q. What is included in rent?
A. Rental includes all utilities, unlimited high-speed internet, full access to common areas and participation in the Journal Life program.
Q. What is not included in the rent?
A. While Journal offers one handy rental charge, laundry is not included in your rent. Every Journal facility has a well-equipped on-site laundry. Payments for the laundry can be made electronically, through the Journal App.
Q. What dates do contracts start?
A. Depending on the lease you select you may have up to three start dates to choose from. Available lease start dates are shown during the application process.
Q. Can I share a room?
A. Our Twin-Share Studios are the only shared room options.
Q. Can I have guests stay overnight?
A. Guests can stay for a limited time. All guests have to be registered with the Journal On-Site Support Team. They will not have their own key access and will need to abide by the Journal House Rules at all times.
Lowest price & best deals, guaranteed!
Get the lowest prices, plus Unilodgers exclusive offers that guarantee a sweet deal on every booking
Flexible is fun
Changed your mind? We don’t mind. Cancel or modify your booking easily within a specific time frame
Smart and easy
Our online interface makes it easy for you to safely and easily browse, book, and pay online for the spaces that make you go😍, with just a few clicks.
Real people, real time
Our easy system lets you do everything on your own. However, if you need any help, our Personal Student Advisors (who are real people, not bots!) are there to help you. From the day you start looking, until the day you move out, we offer 24x7 support.
The rent, the whole rent, and nothing but the rent
No extra fees - the rent is all you pay.
All. The. Choices.
With over 1.5 million student rooms, we have something to suit every preference. Studios private rooms, shared apartments, shared rooms - we’ve got them all.