Iglu Melbourne City, melbourne

Iglu Melbourne City Student Accommodation: Your Home in the Heart of Melbourne

If you want to live close to the action, Iglu Melbourne City puts you right in the middle of it. Located at 229 Franklin Street, this student accommodation is close to universities, public transport, shops, cafés and plenty of places to spend your free time. It can work well if you’re moving to Melbourne for the first time and want most of your day-to-day needs within easy reach.

You can choose between a shared apartment and a private studio, depending on how much space and privacy you prefer. With study areas, social spaces, a gym and practical facilities on site, you can also handle most parts of student life without going too far from home.

Room Options at Iglu Melbourne City

There are a few different room types at Iglu Melbourne City, so you can pick a setup that suits your budget and how you like to live.

Room type	Starting price
Single Bedroom – 6 Share Apartment	AUD 515/week
Single Bedroom – 5 Share Apartment	AUD 525/week
Standard Studio Apartment	AUD 675/week
Premium Studio	AUD 735/week

The shared apartments give you your own bedroom while allowing you to share the wider living space with other students. This can be a good option if you like having people around and want to meet others after moving to Melbourne.

If you’d rather have your own space, the standard and premium studios offer more privacy. They give you a place where you can study, relax and follow your own routine without sharing your main living space.

What does the rent include?

Your weekly rent includes several essential utilities, including Wi-Fi, water, gas and electricity. Having these costs included can make it easier to keep track of your weekly student budget.

Facilities You’ll Use Day to Day

Iglu Melbourne City has a mix of spaces for studying, relaxing and spending time with other residents.

Study and Social Spaces

When you need to concentrate, you can use the dedicated study rooms rather than trying to work from your bedroom. These can also come in handy when you have assignments or exams coming up.

When you’re done studying, the social spaces and lounge area give you somewhere to take a break or catch up with friends. There are also outdoor courtyards and a BBQ area, which can be useful when you want to get outside or organise a casual meal with other residents.

The property also runs on-site events, giving you an easy way to meet people without having to organise everything yourself.

Gym and Recreation

You’ll have access to an on-site gym, so fitting a workout into your routine doesn’t mean paying for another gym membership or travelling across the city.

Everyday Convenience

A few practical facilities can make day-to-day life easier. There’s an on-site laundry for your regular washing, along with bike storage if you cycle around Melbourne.

The Grab & Go Breakfast is convenient on busy mornings with an early lecture or when you don’t have time to make breakfast.

Residents can also use the Sonder Safety App for extra support.

Safety

The property is fitted with CCTV and secure door entry to help manage access to the building. These features can provide you with some added reassurance, especially when you’re living away from home for the first time.

Living at 229 Franklin Street

What is one of the biggest advantages of Iglu Melbourne City? Its central location. You’re close to Melbourne’s CBD, so a trip to university, the shops or meeting friends doesn’t have to be a long one.

If you've got some extra time, there's plenty to do in the area around Franklin Street, too. Go for a coffee, shop, visit Queen Victoria Market or find a quiet corner in one of the nearby parks.

Getting to University

Several universities and educational institutions are accessible from Iglu Melbourne City.

• University of Melbourne

• Victoria University

• William Angliss Institute Australia

The central location also makes it easier to reach other parts of Melbourne if your campus is further away.

Getting Around Melbourne

Public transport is one of the main advantages of living in this part of the city.

The Queen Victoria Market/Franklin St bus stop is close to the property, while Flagstaff Railway Station, State Library Station and Melbourne Central Station provide access to Melbourne’s wider transport network.

You’ll also have tram services nearby, including the Flagstaff Station/La Trobe St #3 stop. This gives you plenty of options when travelling to university, meeting friends or exploring different parts of Melbourne.

Everything You Need Nearby

Living in the CBD means you won’t have to travel far for everyday essentials.

Groceries and Shopping

For smaller grocery runs, IGA Local Grocer Franklin St is nearby. If you need to do a bigger shop, ALDI on Swanston Street, Coles Melbourne Central and Woolworths Melbourne Central are also within reach.

When you want to shop for something other than groceries, Melbourne Central, Emporium Melbourne and QV Melbourne have plenty of stores, restaurants and entertainment options.

You can also visit Queen Victoria Market for fresh produce and a more local shopping experience.

Cafés and Restaurants

Melbourne’s café culture is one of the things you’ll quickly notice as a student. Around Iglu Melbourne City, you can grab coffee from places such as Brick Lane Melbourne, Market Lane Coffee, Higher Ground or Journal Cafe.

For meals, you’ll have options ranging from casual food to sit-down restaurants, including Diner on Franklin, MISTER MUNRO Restaurant and Bar, Cadevin and Higher Ground.

If you’re heading out with friends in the evening, Captain Melville and Coopers Inn are nearby options for a relaxed drink and meal.

Parks and Green Spaces

City living doesn’t mean you have to spend all your time surrounded by buildings. Flagstaff Gardens is a convenient place to go for a walk, sit outside or take a break from your studies. If you want more space and a change of scenery, Carlton Gardens is another option.

Libraries and Study Spaces

If you don’t want to study in your accommodation, there are plenty of options near Melbourne. State Library Victoria is a great option for students looking for a quiet place to work, while narrm ngarrgu Library and Family Services and City Library provide additional spaces for study and reading.

Health & Fitness

For health care, the wider city area is home to the Royal Melbourne Hospital and St Vincent’s Hospital Melbourne.

Or if you want to work out in a different way, the on-site gym or nearby options like Fitness First Melbourne Central Platinum will be up your alley.

Is Iglu Melbourne City the Right Fit for You?

If you want to be close to Melbourne’s CBD and have universities, transport, shops and cafés nearby then Iglu Melbourne City can be a practical option. The choice of a shared flat or a studio is up to you. You can make a choice about the kind of arrangement you can afford and the level of privacy you want.

The included utilities can make weekly budgeting easier and the study rooms, gym, social areas and on-site facilities give you useful spaces that you won’t need to leave the property for.

Most importantly, the central location allows you the freedom to make the most of Melbourne outside your lectures. You can get to class, grab coffee, meet friends, run errands, and explore the city without spending the majority of your day travelling.

Make Iglu Melbourne City Your Home

If central Melbourne is your thing, Iglu Melbourne City is a great base for student living in Melbourne. Check out the room types, compare them to your budget and consider how much space and privacy you want before you book.

The city is on your doorstep and a range of facilities are within the property, so you are able to settle into Melbourne, with plenty of opportunity to study, meet people and enjoy your time in the city.