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Student Living-590 Lygon, melbourne

590 Lygon Street, Carlton Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria 3053


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Student Living-590 Lygon

Student Living 590 Lygon: Your Melbourne Home in Carlton

Carlton is one of Melbourne's most recognisable student neighbourhoods, and Student Living 590 Lygon places residents directly along one of its best-known streets. Located at 590 Lygon Street, Carlton Victoria, Melbourne, this UniLodge property provides a practical base for students who want to stay close to universities, public transport, food, shopping and the everyday services that make city living easier.

Lygon Street brings plenty of activity to the area, with its Italian heritage reflected in the restaurants, cafés and local businesses that line the precinct. The property itself offers private and shared accommodation, while facilities such as a courtyard, BBQ and picnic area, exercise gym and 24-hour front desk cover some of the basic requirements of student living.

For students researching student living d1 Melbourne, the property is also worth considering in the context of its Carlton location. The address places residents within a neighbourhood where university campuses and public transport sit alongside a substantial collection of food, shopping, recreation and study options.

Location & Getting Around

The Student Living 590 Lygon location is in Carlton, a suburb with a strong connection to Melbourne's university community. Its streets combine older architecture with student housing, cafés, restaurants, shops and educational institutions, giving the area a character that feels distinctly different from the commercial centre of Melbourne.

Lygon Street itself is one of the main features of the neighbourhood. The street is well known for its Italian heritage and its concentration of cafés, restaurants and shops, making it easy for residents to find places to eat or spend some time outside their accommodation.

Nearby Universities

Several major educational institutions are accessible from Student Living 590 Lygon.

University of Melbourne is nearby, making the property particularly relevant for students who need regular access to the university precinct. Victoria University is another institution accessible from the area, while William Angliss Institute Australia provides an option for students pursuing courses connected with hospitality, tourism and culinary studies.

The presence of several institutions around central Melbourne also means the location can work for students enrolled in different academic environments rather than being tied to one campus.

Local Amenities

The streets surrounding the property cover much of what students need during an ordinary week, from groceries and coffee to shopping, recreation and places to study.

Supermarkets

For groceries and everyday essentials, residents can visit Woolworths Lygon Court, IGA X-Press Plus Liquor and Coles Express Carlton (Lygon & Elgin St).

These provide different options depending on the size of the grocery run. Smaller stores can be useful for picking up a few things on the way home, while larger supermarket options are available when a more substantial shop is needed.

Cafes & Restaurants

Food is one of the most noticeable parts of the Lygon Street area. Residents have access to cafés and restaurants including Caffe Corretto, Johnny, Vince & Sam's, Cafe Notturno and Brunetti Classico.

Brunetti Classico is particularly well known for pastries and coffee, while the wider Lygon Street area provides plenty of alternatives for meals and casual dining. For students, this creates a neighbourhood where grabbing coffee or meeting friends for food can become part of the normal weekly routine.

Shopping

Shopping options extend from the immediate Lygon Street area into the wider central Melbourne retail district.

Lygon Court Shopping Centre provides a nearby retail option, while Queen Victoria Market offers fresh produce and a very different shopping experience. Melbourne Central provides access to a larger collection of retail outlets, with Emporium Melbourne also within reach for fashion and lifestyle shopping.

This combination means students have both local shops and larger central-city destinations available when they need them.

Parks & Green Spaces

Carlton has several green spaces where residents can get away from the more built-up parts of the neighbourhood.

Argyle Square, Lincoln Square and Cardigan Street Park are nearby options for a short walk or a quiet break. Carlton Gardens provides a larger green setting, while Princes Park offers another space for outdoor recreation.

These areas can be useful when students want to spend some time outside without turning a break into a major trip across Melbourne.

Libraries

Students who want to study outside their accommodation have access to Carlton Library and RMIT University Carlton Library. The City Library in the CBD provides another option for reading, research or independent study.

Having libraries within the wider neighbourhood gives students alternatives to working from their room, particularly during longer periods of coursework or exam preparation.

Health & Wellbeing

For medical services, MyHealth Carlton and Lygon Court Medical Clinic are available in the surrounding area.

Students looking for places to exercise can use Anytime Fitness Carlton, Carlton Baths or Zap Fitness Carlton. These provide alternatives for residents who prefer an external fitness facility rather than relying solely on exercise within their accommodation.

Social Spots

Carlton's social scene includes several nearby pubs. Green Man's Arms, Prince Alfred Carlton and The Lincoln provide places to meet friends and spend an evening away from the property.

Transport Links

Public transport is an important part of the location, particularly for students travelling between Carlton, the CBD and university campuses.

Bus Stops

Nearby bus connections include Lygon St/Elgin St and Cardigan St/Grattan St. These stops provide routes into the surrounding parts of Melbourne and add another option for students whose destination is not directly served by tram.

Tram Stops

Melbourne's tram network is readily accessible from the neighbourhood. Relevant stops include Lygon St/Elgin St #112 and Melbourne University/Swanston St #1.

For students travelling regularly to university or into central Melbourne, tram services can form part of the everyday commute.

Train Stations

For journeys further across Melbourne, Melbourne Central Station and Parliament Station are within reach. Melbourne Central also connects with the tram network, making it useful for journeys that involve changing between transport modes.

The combination of buses, trams and trains gives residents several ways to approach their regular journeys rather than relying on a single route.

Accommodation Options at Student Living 590 Lygon

The accommodation at Student Living 590 Lygon includes both private and shared arrangements. Students can choose a self-contained studio, share a bedroom with another resident or opt for a larger two-bedroom arrangement.

The listed prices begin at approximately AUD 399 per week, although room availability and pricing can change.

Room Types & Pricing

Room Type

Starting Price Per Week

Studio Apartment

AUD 399

Studio

Not specified

1 Bedroom Twin Share

AUD 450

2 Bedroom Large

AUD 565

Studio Apartment

The Studio Apartment starts from around AUD 399 per week. It provides a private accommodation setup for students who prefer having their own space rather than sharing their main living environment.

A general Studio option is also available, although a starting price is not specified for this category.

The studio arrangements can suit students who value privacy and want their accommodation to provide a dedicated space for studying, resting and managing their own routine.

1 Bedroom Twin Share

The 1 Bedroom Twin Share starts from approximately AUD 450 per week. This arrangement allows two students to share the accommodation and can work for friends who want to live together or for students open to sharing with another resident.

Shared accommodation also changes the character of the living experience, since everyday spaces become part of a joint routine rather than being used by one person alone.

2 Bedroom Large

For students looking for more space, the 2 Bedroom Large starts from around AUD 565 per week.

The larger layout provides another shared accommodation option for students who want separate bedrooms while having more room within the overall apartment. It can therefore sit somewhere between a smaller shared arrangement and a completely private studio.

Specific room features and availability can vary, and the listed prices are starting figures rather than fixed rates for every booking.

Property Facilities & Student Life

The facilities at Student Living 590 Lygon are focused around outdoor space, fitness and resident support. The property gives students a few places to spend time outside their apartments while keeping essential assistance available through the front desk.

Wellbeing & Social Spaces

The BBQ/Picnic Area provides an outdoor setting for casual meals and gatherings. It can be used when residents want to eat outside, meet friends or organise a simple weekend cook-up.

There is also a courtyard, giving residents another shared outdoor space where they can sit, read or take a break from the apartment.

For fitness, the property has an Exercise Gym. Having a gym within the building gives residents an option for maintaining their regular exercise routine without needing to travel to another part of Carlton.

Student Services & Security

A 24-Hour Front Desk is available at the property, providing assistance to residents around the clock. It can be useful for general queries and concerns, while also giving the building a staffed point of contact outside ordinary daytime hours.

The combination of the front desk and on-site facilities keeps the property relatively straightforward from a practical perspective, with residents able to access assistance without having to leave the accommodation for every issue.

Life in Student Living 590 Lygon Carlton, Melbourne

Living at Student Living 590 Lygon puts residents in a part of Melbourne where university life, food, culture and everyday errands tend to overlap. Carlton has a strong student presence, but it is not defined by university buildings alone. Lygon Street brings restaurants, cafés and local shops into the neighbourhood, while the surrounding streets lead towards parks, libraries, shopping areas and the Melbourne CBD.

For students, that mix can make the area feel useful throughout the week rather than only during class hours. A morning might begin with coffee on Lygon Street, followed by lectures, an afternoon study session at a library and dinner somewhere nearby. On quieter days, the local parks and cafés provide an easy change of setting without requiring a long journey.

The location also keeps residents connected to the wider city. Melbourne Central, Queen Victoria Market and Emporium Melbourne are within reach, while the surrounding tram, bus and train connections make travelling beyond Carlton straightforward.

A Neighbourhood Built Around Student Life

Carlton's appeal comes partly from how much of everyday student life is concentrated around the neighbourhood. University of Melbourne is close by, while Victoria University and William Angliss Institute Australia are also accessible.

The food scene adds another dimension. Lygon Street's Italian heritage remains visible through its restaurants, cafés and local businesses, while nearby streets offer plenty of alternatives. Students can therefore choose between familiar local spots and the larger range of restaurants available as they move towards the CBD.

The same applies to shopping. Lygon Court Shopping Centre can cover smaller retail needs, while Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne Central and Emporium Melbourne provide broader options. Groceries are similarly spread across several stores, including Woolworths Lygon Court, IGA X-Press Plus Liquor and Coles Express Carlton.

Places to Study and Unwind

Student Living 590 Lygon provides an exercise gym and outdoor areas within the property, but Carlton also offers several alternatives when residents want to leave the building.

Carlton Library and RMIT University Carlton Library provide additional study environments, while the City Library offers another option closer to the CBD. These spaces can be useful during busy academic periods when students want somewhere different from their apartment for reading or coursework.

For time outdoors, Argyle Square, Lincoln Square, Cardigan Street Park and Carlton Gardens are all nearby. Princes Park provides another larger green space for those who want to walk, exercise or simply spend some time away from the built-up streets.

Why Choose Student Living 590 Lygon Melbourne?

Student Living 590 Lygon brings together a central Carlton location with a selection of private and shared accommodation. The room range includes studio options, a one-bedroom twin-share arrangement and a larger two-bedroom option, allowing students to consider different approaches to privacy, space and weekly cost.

The starting prices also cover several points across the accommodation range. The Studio Apartment begins at around AUD 399 per week, the 1 Bedroom Twin Share from approximately AUD 450, and the 2 Bedroom Large from around AUD 565. Students can compare these arrangements according to their preferred living setup rather than having to choose from a single room format.

The property itself keeps its facilities fairly focused. An BBQ/Picnic Area and courtyard provide shared outdoor spaces, while the Exercise Gym gives residents an on-site place to work out. The 24-Hour Front Desk provides resident assistance at any time.

Location is perhaps the bigger part of the overall picture. The property sits on Lygon Street, with cafés and restaurants immediately forming part of the surrounding environment. Supermarkets, shopping centres, libraries, parks, medical services, gyms and pubs are also available around Carlton, while public transport connections link the neighbourhood with the rest of Melbourne.

Students looking through student living d1 photos can therefore consider the accommodation alongside its surroundings. The property provides the apartment, courtyard, BBQ area and gym, while Carlton supplies much of the wider social, academic and everyday environment.

Book Your Stay at Student Living 590 Lygon Melbourne

Choosing Melbourne student accommodation involves more than comparing room prices. The type of room, facilities within the property and location around it all shape what living there will be like over the course of a university year.

At Student Living 590 Lygon, students can choose between private studio accommodation and shared arrangements, with starting prices from around AUD 399 per week for the listed Studio Apartment. The property also provides an exercise gym, courtyard, BBQ and picnic area, alongside a 24-hour front desk.

The 590 Lygon Street, Carlton location adds access to universities, public transport, food, shopping, green spaces, libraries, fitness facilities and healthcare services. For students who want to live close to the university precinct while remaining connected to central Melbourne, Carlton provides a setting where these parts of daily life sit fairly close together.

Prospective residents can explore the available room types and student living d1 Melbourne options in Melbourne, compare the accommodation arrangements and check current availability before making a booking through House of Student.


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590 Lygon Street, Carlton Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria 3053

590 Lygon Street, Carlton Victoria, Melbourne, Victoria 3053

Common questions

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Student Living 590 Lygon is located at 590 Lygon Street, Carlton Victoria, Melbourne. This places residents directly on one of Carlton's well-known streets, close to universities and local amenities.

The University of Melbourne is nearby, making it convenient for students. Victoria University and William Angliss Institute Australia are also accessible from this Carlton location.

Student Living 590 Lygon offers private Studio Apartments, 1 Bedroom Twin Share options for shared living, and larger 2 Bedroom Large apartments, catering to different preferences.

A Studio Apartment at 590 Lygon starts from approximately AUD 399 per week. Please note that room availability and pricing can change, so it's best to check current rates.

Yes, the 1 Bedroom Twin Share option is available for two students to share accommodation. This arrangement starts from approximately AUD 450 per week.

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