Scape South Bank, brisbane

Scape South Bank Student Accommodation: Your Brisbane Home Base

A good student home needs to work around the rest of your week. Getting to campus should be manageable, groceries should not require a long journey, and there should be somewhere to study, exercise or simply switch off once the day's work is done. Scape South Bank student accommodation is located at 53 Tribune Street, South Brisbane, putting residents in an inner-city area with universities, public transport, shops, restaurants and recreation spaces close by.

The residence has both private studio options and a shared five-bedroom apartment. Inside, the facilities cover a wide range of student needs, including Study Rooms, a Study Lounge, Social Spaces, a Games Room, Cinema Room, Rooftop Terrace, Gym, Communal Kitchen and On-site Laundry. Security is also built into the accommodation, with 24-hour security, Secure Door Entry, On-Site Security, CCTV and the Sonder Safety App.

Room Types at Scape South Bank

The accommodation gives students a choice between private studios and shared living. The studio categories differ in their specifications and starting prices, with several versions offering views. Students who prefer sharing can choose the five-bedroom apartment.

Private Studio Options

The listed studio options are:

Room type	Starting price
Signature Studio	AUD 499.0/week
Signature Studio - Views	AUD 509.0/week
Signature Plus Studio	AUD 549.0/week
Signature Plus Studio - Views	AUD 589.0/week
Ultra Studio	AUD 679.0/week
Ultra Studio - Views	AUD 699.0/week

The Signature Studio starts from AUD 499 per week, while its Views version begins at AUD 509. The Signature Plus Studio starts at AUD 549, rising to AUD 589 for the Views option.

At the higher end of the listed studio choices are the Ultra Studio, from AUD 679 per week, and the Ultra Studio - Views, from AUD 699.

Shared Apartment

Students looking for a shared arrangement have the:

• 5 Bedroom Apartment: From AUD 449.0 per week

The prices are subject to availability and individual lease terms. 

Facilities for Student Life

Scape South Bank has facilities spread across study, recreation, fitness, practical services and social activities. The building gives residents several spaces to use throughout the day rather than restricting most activity to their individual rooms.

Study & Social Spaces

For academic work, residents have access to:

• Study Rooms: Dedicated areas for coursework and focused study.

• Study Lounge: A quieter shared space for getting assignments and other academic work done.

When the books can wait for a while, there are several communal options:

• Social Spaces: Shared areas for meeting and spending time with other residents.

• Lounge Area: A relaxed setting for downtime.

• Games Room: A recreational space for playing games and socialising.

• Cinema Room: An on-site entertainment space for watching films.

• Rooftop Terrace: An outdoor area with views across Brisbane.

• Bar-be-que (BBQ) Area: A shared outdoor cooking space for informal gatherings.

• On-site Events: Organised activities that give residents opportunities to meet other students.

The range is useful for different kinds of downtime. A resident can work in a study room, meet friends in the lounge area, spend some time in the games room, or head upstairs to the rooftop terrace when they want to be outdoors.

Wellbeing & Fitness

The accommodation also includes facilities for keeping active:

• Gym: An on-site fitness facility for residents.

• Table Tennis Table: A recreational option for a quick game or a break from studying.

The gym means students can fit exercise into their schedules without adding a separate trip to an external fitness centre. The table tennis facility provides something less structured for those looking for a short break.

Safety & Support

Security features at Scape South Bank include:

• ​​​​​24-hour security

• Secure Door Entry

• On-Site Security

• CCTV

• Sonder Safety App

The physical security measures cover controlled entry, surveillance and security personnel. The Sonder Safety App provides an additional safety and emergency-support resource for residents.

Convenience & Inclusions

Several practical facilities are available within the property:

• On-site Laundry: Laundry facilities for residents.

• Bike Storage: Secure storage for bicycles.

• Car Parking: Parking facilities for residents who need them.

• Communal Kitchen: A shared cooking space for preparing meals and spending time with friends.

These facilities cover some of the routine parts of living independently, from washing clothes and storing a bicycle to preparing meals within the residence.

What's Included in Your Rent?

Rent at Scape South Bank includes several essential household utilities:

• Wi-Fi

• Water Bill

• Heating Bill

• Gas Bill

• Electricity Bill

Including these services in the rent gives students a clearer accommodation figure to work with when planning their weekly expenses. It describes the rent as all-inclusive for the listed utilities, although food, transport and other personal spending remain separate.

Prime Location in South Brisbane

The Scape South Bank address is 53 Tribune Street, South Brisbane. The property sits in an area known for its cultural attractions, restaurants and access to Brisbane's city centre.

South Brisbane also has a useful public transport network around it. Students can reach bus stops, railway stations and other transport connections from the accommodation, making the location relevant for university commutes and trips around Brisbane.

Getting Around Brisbane

Several bus stops are listed close to Scape South Bank, Brisbane, including:

• Cultural Centre Station, Platform 3

• Merivale St near Russell St, stop 2A

• Stanley St at Gallery Of Modern Art

For train travel, residents have access to:

• South Brisbane Station

• South Bank Station

• Roma Street Station

South Brisbane and South Bank stations provide rail connections across the city, while Roma Street is a major transport hub for wider journeys.

Around Your New Home

The area around South Bank Scape has a mixture of supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, shopping destinations, green spaces and libraries. This gives students places to handle everyday errands without having to make every trip into the city centre.

Daily Essentials

For groceries, residents can use:

• Woolworths Metro Fish Lane

• IGA Local Grocer South Brisbane

• EzyMart Grey Street

Coles West End is another supermarket option a short trip away.

The different stores can serve different kinds of shopping, from a quick purchase at a convenience store to a larger grocery run.

Dining Out

South Brisbane has a broad selection of places to eat. The listed restaurants include:

• Como Restaurant

• Southside Restaurant

• Calida Steak & Bar

For coffee, a lighter meal or a casual stop between classes, students can visit:

• Newport's Cafe

• CHUFFED MERIVALE

• Raw Space Cafe

When the plan is to meet friends for an evening rather than grab a quick meal, Hotel Terminus and Goldie's Tavern are also nearby options.

Shopping & Entertainment

The South Bank Shopping Precinct is close to the accommodation and provides local shopping and entertainment options. For a broader selection of stores and services, students can travel into the city to Queen Street Mall and MacArthur Central Shopping Centre.

These destinations give residents a choice between staying within the South Bank area for everyday shopping and travelling a little farther for the larger city-centre retail areas.

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Parks & Recreation

One of the useful things about staying at Scape South Bank is that the area does not end with shopping streets and university buildings. Several outdoor spaces are close by, giving students somewhere to walk, sit outside or spend time away from their usual study routine.

The main options listed around the accommodation are:

• South Bank Parklands: A large riverside recreation area with green spaces, walking paths and a man-made beach. It is particularly close to the accommodation and gives residents an easy option when they want some time outdoors.

• Musgrave Park: A local green space suited to outdoor activities and quieter breaks.

• Davies Park: Another nearby option for a walk, run or some time outside.

For students who prefer reading or studying away from their accommodation, there are also several libraries around the area. State Library of Queensland, West End Library and Brisbane Square Library provide additional places to access library resources or work in a different setting.

The State Library of Queensland is particularly close to the cultural and educational parts of South Bank, making it useful for students who want to combine a study session with some time around the riverside precinct.

Why Choose Scape South Bank?

Scape South Bank brings together private and shared accommodation at 53 Tribune Street, South Brisbane, with a room selection that ranges from Signature Studios to larger Ultra Studios and a five-bedroom apartment.

The listed private rooms start at AUD 499 per week for the Signature Studio. The Signature Studio - Views begins at AUD 509, the Signature Plus Studio at AUD 549, and its Views version at AUD 589. Students looking for an Ultra Studio can choose between the standard version from AUD 679 and the Views option from AUD 699. The shared 5-bedroom apartment starts at AUD 449 per week.

The rent includes Wi-Fi, water, heating, gas and electricity, covering the essential utilities specified in the accommodation information. On the practical side, residents have access to an on-site laundry, bike storage, car parking and communal kitchen.

There is plenty of shared space as well. Study Rooms and a Study Lounge provide dedicated areas for academic work, while the Social Spaces, Lounge Area, Games Room and Cinema Room offer residents somewhere to spend their downtime. The Rooftop Terrace and BBQ Area provide outdoor options, while On-site Events add organised activities to the community calendar.

Fitness and recreation are covered through the on-site gym and table tennis table. Security arrangements include 24-hour security, Secure Door Entry, On-Site Security and CCTV, with the Sonder Safety App providing another safety resource.

Location is another substantial part of the Scape South Bank Brisbane setup. Bus stops around Cultural Centre Station, Merivale Street and the Gallery of Modern Art provide local connections, while South Brisbane Station, South Bank Station and Roma Street Station connect residents to the wider Brisbane transport network.

The surrounding area has plenty for everyday life. Woolworths Metro Fish Lane, IGA Local Grocer South Brisbane and EzyMart Grey Street provide grocery and convenience options, with Coles West End available a little farther away. Restaurants such as Como Restaurant, Southside Restaurant and Calida Steak & Bar sit alongside cafés including Newport's Cafe, CHUFFED MERIVALE and Raw Space Cafe. Hotel Terminus and Goldie's Tavern provide additional social venues.

Shopping is available around the South Bank Shopping Precinct, while Queen Street Mall and MacArthur Central Shopping Centre provide larger city-centre retail options. Students can also make use of South Bank Parklands, Musgrave Park and Davies Park, with State Library of Queensland, West End Library and Brisbane Square Library offering further places to study.

For students researching Scape South Bank student accommodation in Brisbane, the main comparison points are the room arrangement, starting weekly price, included utilities, on-site facilities and proximity to their university or other regular destinations.