Private rentals
560 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000
Address: 560 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000View the Melbourne CBD area guide
Melbourne CBD310 m from VU City TowerAbout A$405 per person per week with 2 sharing
Available from 11 Nov
Weekly rent (whole property)
A$810/wk
Layout
2 bed, 2 bath
Bathroom
2
Furniture
Furnished
Level
High floor
Available from
Available from 11 Nov
Rent includes
As per the rental agreement; ask an adviser to confirm
1Property details
The basics of this property in one table.
RentA$810/wk (whole property)
Approx. per monthA$3,510Estimated as weekly rent × 52 ÷ 12, not the contractual monthly rent.
Layout2 bed, 2 bath
Bathroom2
FurnitureFurnished
LevelHigh floor
Available fromAvailable from 11 Nov
Address560 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000
AreaMelbourne CBD
2Find housemates to rent with
A group of students take the whole property on a joint rental agreement and split the rent. A Yeeliving adviser helps you find co-renters and supports your application.
How many people are renting together
- On a joint rental agreement, each person is responsible for all of the rent and for any damage. CAV ↗
- The bond is capped at one month's rent when weekly rent is A$900 or less. Splitting it by the number of people is a guide only. CAV ↗
- Yeeliving only makes introductions and helps with applications. We do not sublet the property to you, and we do not collect rent or bond money.
A$405 per person per week
Whole property A$810/wk ÷ 2 people · about A$1,755 per person per month (split evenly; if room sizes differ, you can negotiate)
Find housemates to rent together →Finding housemates is free. Private rentals are a paid service, and an adviser explains the fee before the service starts.
3Inside the property and the building
Compiled from the agent's listing description and listing tags. Confirm with the agent before you move in.
- Furnished
- SPA
- Gym
- Swimming pool
- Common lounge
- Lift access
- Electronic monitoring
- Access control system
4Location and commute
Straight-line distance from 560 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 to each university. For transit, tap "Directions".
VU City TowerStraight-line distance310 mDirections ↗
VU City QueenStraight-line distance360 mDirections ↗
CQUniversity MelbourneStraight-line distance500 mDirections ↗
La Trobe CityStraight-line distance630 mDirections ↗
RMIT Melbourne CityStraight-line distance860 mDirections ↗
Distances are straight lines from the property location to the campus centre, not walking or driving routes.
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Open Xiaohongshu (RED) ↗5How to apply and what it costs
For a private rental, you apply through the real estate agent. You usually inspect first and submit documents, then sign once you are approved.
The most you may need before moving in (legal limit)Based on this property at A$810/wk: the upper limit for bond plus rent in advance. One month = weekly rent ÷ 7 × 365 ÷ 12 (CAV rent calculator).
About A$5,139.64 – A$7,039.28
How is the rent paid? Pick one to see the exact limit
BondUp to one month's rent; it can be higher if the weekly rent is above A$900 or VCAT approves more. It is lodged with the Victorian Government's Residential Tenancies Bond Authority (RTBA) and repaid at the end of the tenancy as the rules require.≤ A$3,519.64
Rent in advanceIf the agreement says rent is paid weekly, the rental provider can ask for at most 2 weeks in advance (A$1,620); for any other payment cycle, at most one month.A$1,620.00 – A$3,519.64
Rent for a yearEstimated on a 12-month rental agreement: weekly rent of A$810 × 52 weeks.About A$42,120
Yeeliving service feePrivate rentals are a paid service. Your adviser explains the fee before the service starts.Explained before service
Connect utilities and internetBefore you move in, Yeeliving helps you apply for free. You pay the bills yourself afterwards.Free to apply
This is the most the law allows, not what you will necessarily pay. The rules differ for rooms in shared houses and for student housing linked to a university. Source: Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) and the Residential Tenancies Act, sections 31, 40 and 41, checked on 16 Oct 2026. CAV ↗ · CAV rent calculator ↗
1
Ask an adviser
Tell an adviser your university, budget and move-in date. They help you confirm the latest status of this property.
2
Inspect the property
You can inspect it yourself, or ask a senior student in Australia to inspect it for you by video or in person. Yeeliving arranges it.
3
Prepare your documents
Common documents are a passport, visa, offer letter or CoE, and proof of funds or income. The agent's requirements apply.
4
Submit your application
An adviser helps you submit your application to the agent and follows up on the result.
5
Sign and pay the bond
Once you are approved, you sign the rental agreement and pay the bond and the first rent payment. The amounts follow the contract.
6
Connect utilities and internet
Before you move in, Yeeliving helps you apply to connect water, electricity and internet at no charge.
About fees: help with private rentals is a paid service, and your adviser explains the fee before the service starts. Applying to connect utilities and internet is free.
Early bird: pay an A$20 deposit by 15 December to lock in 10% off the service fee →
6About the property
A description compiled by Yeeliving.
1. Distance to universities
About 300 m from Victoria University, around a 4 min walk.
About 1.2 km from RMIT University, around a 15 min walk.
About 2.5 km from the University of Melbourne.
About 400 m from Flagstaff Station, around a 5 min walk.
About 700 m from Southern Cross Station, around an 8 min walk.
2. Surroundings
In the western part of the Melbourne CBD, within walking distance of Flagstaff Gardens, Queen Victoria Market, Melbourne Central, Emporium, Southern Cross Station and the Collins Street commercial precinct. Woolworths, Coles, ALDI, Asian grocers, cafes and a wide range of restaurants are nearby, with comprehensive local amenities and convenient transport.
3. Interior features
The building has a gym, heated indoor pool, spa, sauna, residents' lounge, BBQ area, shared activity space, bike storage room, secure access system, high-speed lifts, underground car park, CCTV system and parcel management facilities, giving residents a comfortable and convenient living environment.
7FAQs
How are private rentals charged?
Private rentals are a paid service; an adviser explains the fee before the service starts.
Can I view it first?
Yes. Senior students in Australia view by video or in person, arranged by Yeeliving. The viewing time is the one the property manager gives, and the adviser explains the fee before the service starts.
How far is it from Victoria University – City Tower?
560 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 is about 310 m in a straight line from the campus centre of Victoria University – City Tower (data date 7 Nov 2026). The actual route is longer; ask an adviser about travel times.
How far is it from Victoria University – City Queen?
560 Lonsdale Street Melbourne, VIC 3000 is about 360 m in a straight line from the campus centre of Victoria University – City Queen (data date 7 Nov 2026). The actual route is longer; ask an adviser about travel times.
8Other private rentals nearby
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Available now9The building
Melbourne GrandMelbourne Grand at 560 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne, is a 58-storey residential apartment building completed in 2020, with the residents-only Lonsdale Club on level 10. International students who value a pool, gym and yoga space in their building can use these shared facilities as points of comparison.This is the only rental listed in this building right nowSauna / spa · Gym · Common lounge · LiftSee the building guideListing information and photos come from the Yeeliving listings database and public information from partner agents. Distances are straight-line distances. Confirm rent and move-in dates with the agent and agreement.
Details updated 7 Nov 2026
A$810per week · whole property
Prices are subject to each building's final quote. Photos come from the buildings. Distances are measured in a straight line.