Student Accommodation at Aurora in Melbourne

All your utilities including electricity, water and heating, plus unlimited broadband internet are included with your rent. There are no additional bills to worry about. You’ll also enjoy access to our common spaces plus a packed calendar bursting with exclusive events, mentorship programmes, and internship opportunities where you can experience other cultures and make friends at the same time.

Yes, Scape’s student accommodation is purpose-built for students and a confirmation of enrolment is required to secure your room.

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Scape Aurora is ideally located in Melbourne’s CBD, making it convenient to reach several top universities.

• The University of Melbourne: Just a short tram ride away, with a quick 2-minute walk to the tram stop and a 6-minute tram ride.
• RMIT University: A 7-minute walk or a brief tram ride with a 2-minute walk to the tram stop and a 2-minute ride.
• Swinburne University of Technology: Easily accessible by train, with a 21-minute train ride followed by a short walk.
• La Trobe University City Campus: Conveniently reached by tram or train, both involving short rides and walks.
• Victoria University City Tower: Within walking distance, or a quick tram or train ride.

Scape Aurora’s central location ensures you have easy and quick access to your university.

Scape Aurora has a free shuttle bus that will take you to and from the Monash University campus in Melbourne so you don’t need to bother with the hassle of organising transport.

A timetable for the shuttle bus is available at Reception.

Scape Aurora is conveniently located in the heart of Melbourne, ensuring you’re always close to public transport.

• The Melbourne Central train station is just a 2-minute walk away, providing quick access to trains running to all parts of the city and beyond.
• There are several tram stops nearby, including Melbourne Central tram stop and Elizabeth St – Stop 5, both within a short walking distance. Trams run frequently, making it easy to get around Melbourne.
• Bus stops are also within walking distance, with options on Little Lonsdale St, Aurora St, La Trobe St, and A’Beckett St, offering routes to various destinations around the city.

Scape Aurora is perfectly situated in Melbourne’s CBD, providing easy access to a variety of shopping experiences.

• Melbourne Central: Just a 6-minute walk away, Melbourne Central is a massive shopping mall with over 200 stores, including everything from designer clothing to homewares.
• QV Melbourne: A 7-minute walk from Scape Aurora, QV Melbourne offers over 250 stores, a cinema, bowling alley, and rooftop bar.
• Emporium Melbourne: Also within a 6-minute walk, Emporium Melbourne features a range of high-end and speciality stores.
• Queen Victoria Market: An 11-minute walk or a short tram ride, Queen Victoria Market boasts over 1000 stalls selling fresh produce, meats, seafood, and other goods.
• Bourke Street Mall: A 10-minute walk or a quick tram ride, Bourke Street Mall is a bustling shopping destination with a variety of stores.
• Chinatown Melbourne: A 12-minute walk or a short tram ride, Chinatown offers a wide variety of Chinese restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions.

Living at Scape Aurora ensures you’re never far from some of Melbourne’s best shopping destinations.

The easiest way to pay your rent is through our fortnightly direct debit system. We also have full upfront payment options. If you wish to pay the full rent amount in one lump sum, you can do this with a credit or debit card at Reception or by bank transfer. International transfers or credit card payments may result in a surcharge from your bank.

The bond is a security deposit registered with the appropriate state-based authority and covers any damage you may cause to the room. Don’t worry, this excludes normal wear and tear. You will receive an email 10 days before your contract start date asking you to pay a security deposit through the Resident Portal.

It is refundable at the end of your stay with us if there are no damages, your room is left clean and there is no outstanding rent. You will receive an email when your bond is ready to be returned. Release of your bond from the state-based authority will be transferred into an Australian bank account of your choice.

Would you like an express check-in? If you complete your pre-arrival process before arrival your check-in will only take 10 minutes. If you haven’t completed your pre-arrival process, your check-in could take up to 30 minutes.

What do I need to do to complete an express check-in?

Your contract will be available 12 weeks prior to your contract start date via our Resident Portal. Once logged in to the portal, you will be able to review and sign your contract prior to arriving at Scape. Make sure to give yourself enough time to read the contract carefully before signing. Once completed, we’ll send you a copy of the final signed contract via email for your records.

You’ll also need to upload your Confirmation of Enrolment and Photo ID, plus complete your emergency contact and rent payment information.

Yes. However, to make life easier, these items may be purchased on our website when booking your room, or via our Resident Portal, and can be ready for you on check-in. They can also be purchased from Reception, subject to availability. Get settled early and purchase your bedding pack to guarantee availability.

You can log in to our Resident Portal to buy kitchen and bedding before arriving at Scape. Alternatively, you can email the property directly.

Yes! To arrange a pick-up service from the airport directly to Scape Aurora, please visit our Airport Transfer page and complete the form at least 72 hours before your scheduled arrival at the airport. Contact your Scape location for pricing.

Alternatively, all major Australian airports have taxi ranks and dedicated pick-up areas for ridesharing services including Didi and Uber that will take you to any of our buildings. There are also public transport options available. Please refer to the following websites to plan your trip in advance – https://www.melbourneairport.com.au/Passengers/Parking/Ground-transport-options

Scape Aurora will welcome you at any time of day or night. To assist with a smooth arrival, we ask residents who plan to arrive outside normal business hours (9.00 to 18.00) to inform us by email at least 72 hours in advance. This way we can make sure a Scape team member is available to greet you.

If you arrive outside of normal business hours, you’ll find contact information at the entrance of the building. Your calls will be answered by a friendly team member who will help you check-in.

Scape Aurora features a range of communal spaces available to all residents where you can rest and relax or socialise with friends. These include a rooftop terrace and cinema, 24/7 gym, study spaces, and a massive communal kitchen. We’ll host resident events in these spaces from time to time, but they can also be booked in advance if you’d like them all to yourself!

Of course! This is your home. If you would like to have a guest stay overnight, that is fine too, but you’ll need to be over 18. Unfortunately, overnight guests aren’t permitted in twin rooms or U/18 rooms. Shared apartments are okay for overnight guests, but guests should not stay in communal areas. Be a good housemate and let your apartment mates know. There are also a few rules around guests in the property which staff would be happy to brief you on. You will need to register your guest at Reception, so we know who is in the building for security reasons.

Absolutely! Scape Aurora loves pets! Your furry friends are welcome to join you and make Scape Aurora their home too.

Yes, Scape Aurora allows dual occupancy for couples. We require the ID of both tenants, Confirmation of Enrolment (COE), and an additional $50 on top of the rent per week for every room type. This ensures that both residents enjoy all the same great benefits and amenities.

You can find all the essential information about living at Scape Aurora by visiting our comprehensive resident information site, which includes sections on pre-arrival, arrival, your home, wellbeing & safety, and more.

Visit https://my.scape.au/aurora for details.