Monash University, Clayton Campus Accommodation - Page 3

About Monash University, Clayton Campus

1. The University of Monash University, Clayton Campus distance from CBD:

• Bus -  45 - 54 minutes

• Taxi - 21 minutes

2. Monash University, Clayton Campus, follows a two-semester academic year system. Each semester has around 12 weeks.

3. The best month to book a Monash University, Clayton Campus accommodation after the university offer to study is accepted is March to May. Accommodation applications are processed on a first-come, first-served basis, which generally starts for:

• New Undergraduate - March-April
• New postgraduate -  May-June
• For returning students -  March-May

4. Other campuses of Monash University, Clayton Campus:

• Monash University, Caulfield Campus

• Monash University, Parkville Campus

• Monash University Peninsula Campus

Monash University, Clayton Campus Off-Campus Student Housing Options 

PBSAs and Private Lets are the most popular off-campus student accommodation in Melbourne. These are a little more expensive than on-campus student rooms but offer additional benefits such as flexible contract length, flexible move-in dates, independent social life, modern amenities along with room rent, electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, maintenance, and security included in bills. The only differences are:

1. Purpose-built student accommodation: Average rent AUD$1200- AUD$3200/month.

• Generally located within walking distance from the university.

• Popular student accommodations near Monash University, Clayton Campus include South Yarra Student Accommodation, Journal Central, and Flagstaff Gardens Student Accommodation.

2. Private Student Houses (Private Lets): Monash University, Clayton Campus's median weekly rent for private rentals is around AUD$550 per week.

• Generally located in residential areas, anywhere in the city.

• Recommended Monash University, Clayton Campus private housing include Essence Hotel Carlton, The House of Monash - 7 Arnott street, and The House of Monash - 12 Arnott street.

Secure a Private Student Room Near Monash University, Clayton Campus Without a University Offer Letter

UniLodge Australia may accept advance bookings for a limited number of rooms for such students, with cancellation and refund provisions. T&C is applied according to the provider. We suggest checking our cancellation and refund policies before booking a room or speaking with our multilingual student housing experts.

Popular Student Areas to Live Near Monash University, Clayton Campus

1. Clayton

Clayton’s average rent is around AUD$200–AUD$450/week. It’s a 30- to 45-minute walk from campus. Monash University, Clayton Campus accommodation options include Belong@Clayton Apartment.

• Walking - 30-45 minutes

• Cycling - 15-30 minutes

• Taxi - 5-10 minutes

• Bus - 10-20 minutes

2. Oakleigh

Oakleigh’s average rent is around AUD$200–AUD$400/week. It’s a 25- to 35-minute commute away from campus. Monash University, Clayton Campus accommodation options include Unilodge Melbourne CBD.

• Taxi - 15-20 minutes

• Bus - 25-35 minutes 

3. Carnegie

Carnegie’s average rent is around AUD$200–AUD$380/week. It’s a 20- to 30-minute commute away from campus. Monash University, Clayton Campus accommodation options include Student Village Melbourne.

• Taxi - 10-15 minutes

• Bus - 20-30 minutes 

Benefits of Booking Off-Campus Student Rooms Over On-Campus Accommodation

• Early bird offer (Off-campus student accommodations generally offer discounts or early booking offers.)

• Unlike university accommodation, there are many student room types to choose from.

• No offer, no visa, no problem! Easy cancellation process.

• Avoid expensive last-minute private student accommodation bookings.

• Stay with your friend or partner despite being enrolled in different universities in the city.

• More privacy because on-campus accommodations usually have shared facilities and common areas.

• Off-campus and private facilities generally have modern facilities such as gyms, cinemas, and game rooms.