Student Accommodation Bunbury

With the widest number of student housing near ECU South West Campus, University of Queensland, RMIT University Australia and many more you will always have plenty of options around you. The city offers international students some of Australia's finest higher education institutions. Owing to this, student housing in the city has witnessed massive growth. Thousands of international students flock to get the best of higher education. Find hundreds of student rooms from en suites, shared flats and self-contained accommodation for various Bunbury Universities

Here are your accommodation options:

• Shared rooms: Students share a bathroom, kitchen, and common space
• Private rooms: Offers a personal study space and shared common kitchen and living room
• Studio flats: Studio  accommodation offers student complete privacy with a sleeping area, study space, bathroom, and kitchen
• Entire flat: Offers a bedroom, study space, ensuite bathroom, and wardrobe

All our Bunbury properties are located close to public transport, have amazing facilities (like gyms, Instagrammable rooftop terraces, gaming lounges, and theatre rooms), and a range of living options to pick from. You can expect swimming pools, outdoor decks, BBQ and picnic areas, and lounge spaces in most of the apartments here. Each area has unique qualities, but all offer excellent accommodation choices close to various sought after locations. 

Students from around the globe come to Bunbury for its top-notch universities, cultural diversity, exciting culinary scene, bountiful job market, and so much more. Western Australia surrounded by beautiful hills and valleys offers a convenient getaway from everyday student life! 

Museums and Entertainment: Home to Australia’s best performing entertainment centre, Bunbury Regional Entertainment Centre (BREC), the Bunbury Regional Art Gallery (BRAG) with Australia’s biggest music festival and performing arts organisation, Bunbury is a hub for culture. 

Restaurants, Cafes and Markets: With trendy new cafes and street food markets that serve up fresh food produce and delicious eateries, you’ll never run out of options. Hit the road and taste beers and ciders at Ferguson Valley. Visit Boulevard Cafe or Ferguson Valley for an afternoon lunch.

Markets: Check out Bunbury’s CBD for cool second-hand marketplaces, independent boutiques and farm-grown food produce. The largest shopping centres include Bunbury Forum, Bunbury Centrepoint and Eaton Fair. 

So what are you waiting for? Book a room, already! Didn’t we tell you, House Of Student will make it super-easy to find your perfect student accommodation in Bunbury!

• College Grove: This suburb is where the ECU (South West) campus is located. Living here offers the closest proximity to the university, making it ideal for walking or a very short commute. It's likely to have student-focused amenities and potentially more affordable housing options due to the student population.
• East Bunbury: Located relatively close to the ECU campus and offering good access to the city center. It might provide a balance of affordability and lifestyle amenities.
• Bunbury City Centre: Offers a range of housing options and is the central hub for transport, shopping, and entertainment. While potentially not the absolute closest to the ECU campus, public transport links should make it accessible. Affordability might vary depending on the type of accommodation.
• Waterloo: Situated a bit further from the immediate vicinity of ECU but still within a reasonable distance via public transport. It's mentioned as potentially offering affordable student apartments.

Proximity to Universities:

• College Grove will have the best proximity to the ECU South West Campus.
• East Bunbury and areas closer to the city center will require utilizing public transport to reach the university.

Public Transport:

• Bunbury has a public transportation system called TransBunbury, which operates bus routes throughout the city and surrounding areas.
• The Bunbury Bus Station is the main transport hub.
• Areas along the main bus routes connecting to the ECU campus will be convenient for students relying on public transport. You can find route information and timetables on the Transperth or TransBunbury websites.
• Walking and cycling are also viable options for getting around Bunbury, especially in areas close to the university or within the city center.

Affordability:

• Based on general trends, areas slightly further from the city center and directly surrounding the university campus (like parts of College Grove) might offer more affordable rental options compared to prime locations in the city center or coastal suburbs.
• Shared housing will likely be the most cost-effective option for students in any of these areas.
• ECU Village Bunbury offers on-campus accommodation with all-inclusive rates, which can help with budgeting.

Dolphin Discovery Centre: Located on the shores of Koombana Bay, this is a premier attraction where you can learn about and even interact with wild bottlenose dolphins. You can observe them from the Interaction Zone or join an eco-cruise for a closer look.

Koombana Bay: A beautiful and calm north-facing beach known for its resident dolphin population. It's a great spot for swimming, relaxing, and dolphin spotting from the shore. The foreshore has been redeveloped and is popular with families.

Bunbury Wildlife Park: Home to a variety of Australian native animals, including kangaroos, koalas, emus, and various bird species. It offers a chance to get up close to wildlife and learn about conservation efforts.

Bunbury Regional Art Gallery (BRAG): Housed in a distinctive pink heritage building (a former convent), BRAG is the largest public art gallery in regional Western Australia. It features a diverse collection of art and hosts changing exhibitions.

Street Art Trail: Bunbury boasts the largest collection of street and public art in regional Australia. Pick up a map from the Visitor Centre and explore the numerous murals and art installations scattered throughout the city.

Victoria Street: The bustling heart of Bunbury's CBD, known for its unique shops, cafes, restaurants, and small bars. It's a great place for strolling, dining, and people-watching.

Marlston Hill Lookout: Climb the Rotary Tower for panoramic 360-degree views of the "City of Three Waters" (the Indian Ocean, Koombana Bay, and Leschenault Inlet).

Bunbury Farmers Market: A popular market showcasing fresh, local produce, gourmet foods, and artisanal products. It's a great place to experience the region's flavors.

Bunbury Museum and Heritage Centre: Discover the history of Bunbury and its development as a vibrant port city through engaging exhibits. The museum is located in the former Bunbury Boys School.

Leschenault Inlet: A serene waterway offering opportunities for walks along the dual-use pathway, kayaking, and enjoying the natural surroundings, including the Mangrove Boardwalk (southernmost mangroves in WA).

Wyalup-Rocky Point: A significant Indigenous site with unique volcanic rock formations and beautiful ocean views, especially at sunset.

Bunbury Lighthouse: A historic black and white checkered lighthouse offering views of the coast. It's located on the site of Bunbury's first lighthouse and is connected to Victoria Street by a timber stairway.

Maidens Reserve: Offers scenic walking paths and lookouts with views of the Indian Ocean.

Big Swamp Wetlands: A natural oasis with walking trails beneath paperbark trees, offering opportunities for birdwatching.

Koombana Park Lookout: Overlooks Leschenault Inlet, the Mangrove Boardwalk, and Koombana Bay.

Wardandi Boodja: A striking five-and-a-half-meter steel bust sculpture representing a Noongar face, located on the Koombana Bay foreshore.

Buses: TransBunbury is the public transportation system in Bunbury. Offering a fleet of 37 buses, it consists of various routes and can be navigated using a SmartRider card as credit. 

Biking and Walking: The city is eminently manageable on foot but taking a bike is extremely convenient 
too. And it saves you lots of money!

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