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Melbourne

Australia

Melbourne is a major university destination in Australia. Compare housing, campus access, public transport and contract conditions on the exact address before committing.

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Safety 76/100
Affordability 34/100
Student-friendly 96/100
Nightlife 92/100
Transport 90/100

Last reviewed: 2026-08-26. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

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Neighborhood ranking

Best neighborhoods for students

  1. Parkville 100/100
  2. CBD–Carlton 96/100
  3. Brunswick 96/100
  4. Clayton 96/100

Best neighborhoods for nightlife

  1. CBD–Carlton 96/100
  2. Parkville 100/100
  3. Brunswick 96/100
  4. Clayton 96/100

Best neighborhoods for quiet living

  1. Parkville 100/100
  2. Brunswick 96/100
  3. Clayton 96/100
  4. CBD–Carlton 96/100

Best neighborhoods for low rent

  1. Clayton 300 EUR
  2. Brunswick 350 EUR
  3. Parkville 410 EUR
  4. CBD–Carlton 430 EUR

Best neighborhoods for safety

  1. Clayton 96/100
  2. Parkville 100/100
  3. Brunswick 96/100
  4. CBD–Carlton 96/100

Neighborhood cards

Where to live in Melbourne

Parkville

Student hub

Parkville is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
410 EUR
Studio
664 EUR
Apartment
943 EUR
Safety 76 Student-friendly 100 Nightlife 74 Commute 90
Pros
  • student-friendly: 100/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 410 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Melbourne.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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CBD–Carlton

Nightlife

CBD–Carlton is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
430 EUR
Studio
697 EUR
Apartment
989 EUR
Safety 73 Student-friendly 96 Nightlife 92 Commute 90
Pros
  • student-friendly: 96/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 430 EUR.
  • Useful for University of Melbourne.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Brunswick

Balanced

Brunswick is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
350 EUR
Studio
567 EUR
Apartment
805 EUR
Safety 76 Student-friendly 96 Nightlife 74 Commute 90
Pros
  • student-friendly: 96/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 350 EUR.
  • Useful for RMIT University.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Clayton

Lower rent

Clayton is a practical area to compare for campus access, daily services and public transport.

Room
300 EUR
Studio
486 EUR
Apartment
690 EUR
Safety 79 Student-friendly 96 Nightlife 74 Commute 90
Pros
  • student-friendly: 96/100 in this guide.
  • Indicative room rent: 300 EUR.
  • Useful for Monash University.
Cons
  • Check the exact block and building before signing.
  • Busier profile: check noise and activity at different times.
  • Rent and commute are indicative and depend on the exact address.
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Study

Major universities in Melbourne

University of Melbourne

Università pubblica

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ArtsBusinessEngineeringHealth
Nearest neighborhoods
CBD–CarltonParkville
Commute from top areas
  • CBD–Carlton10–35 min
  • Parkville10–35 min

Rent analysis

Average rent by neighborhood

Indicative monthly asking levels for rooms, studios and apartments.

CBD–Carlton
430 EUR
Parkville
410 EUR
Brunswick
350 EUR
Clayton
300 EUR
Neighborhood cardsRoomStudioApartment
CBD–Carlton430 EUR697 EUR989 EUR
Parkville410 EUR664 EUR943 EUR
Brunswick350 EUR567 EUR805 EUR
Clayton300 EUR486 EUR690 EUR

Cheapest: Clayton, Brunswick, Parkville

Mid-range: Clayton, Brunswick, Parkville

Premium: CBD–Carlton, Parkville, Brunswick

Safety

Safety notes

Safer neighborhoods

Parkville, Brunswick, Clayton

Areas to be careful with

nodi di trasporto affollati e aree nightlife a tarda ora, strade isolate e rientri dopo l’ultimo servizio

  • Risk varies by street and time; housing fraud is a common arrival risk.

Student perspective: Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Nightlife

Where to go out

CBD–Carlton

food, events and social life

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Parkville

food, events and social life

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Transport

Getting around Melbourne

Use the official operator linked below for routes, fares, student eligibility and last services; products from different operators may not be interchangeable.

Metro Metro Trains MelbourneYarra Trams
Tram / busBus PTV per i collegamenti trasversali.
TrainTransport data under review
Pass info Verify the current student product, age or residence conditions and the required proof directly with the operator.
WalkabilityTransport data under review
Bike-friendlinessTransport data under review

Transport sources Public Transport Victoria

Cost of living

Monthly budget estimate

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Spending items

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Figures are not published until they are checked and linked to a source.

Decision guide

Pros and cons of living in Melbourne

5 strengths

  1. Use the official operator linked below for routes, fares, student eligibility and last services; products from different operators may not be interchangeable.
  2. University of Melbourne: poli di studio rilevanti per la città.
  3. Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.
  4. Casa, distanza dal campus e consumi sono le variabili che incidono di più; le cifre non sono preventivi garantiti.
  5. CBD–Carlton, Parkville, Brunswick sono tra le zone analizzate nella guida.

5 drawbacks

  1. Risk varies by street and time; housing fraud is a common arrival risk.
  2. Fast-changing availability
  3. Rent, scores and commute notes are indicative and should be verified before real decisions.

FAQ

Questions about moving to Melbourne

Which area is best for a student?

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

How much should I budget for a room?

Check the exact journey at class and evening hours, the building condition, the landlord’s identity and the full agreement before paying any deposit.

Does the map show every official boundary?

No. It shows validated real areas useful for orientation; the map note states the source and coverage limits.