- Apartment
- Studio
- Apartment
- Furnished
- Fully booked
About Local Kensington - 48 Lightwood Walk, Melbourne
- Price from
- A$650 / wk
- Range A$650 – A$1,420 / wk
- Room types
- 4 options
- Studio, Apartment
- Lease length
- 34–52 weeks
- Furnishing
- Fully furnished
Located at 48 Lightwood Walk, Kensington, 3031, Australia, Local Kensington 48 Lightwood Walk Melbourne student accommodation offers premium studios, 2B and 3B rooms. This property is close to major universities, including the University of Melbourne (a 13-minute drive away) and Monash University (Parkville Campus) (a 9-minute drive away).
Melbourne offers an unbeatable lifestyle with limitless career networking opportunities across finance, tech, and creative sectors. The employment rate is 64.1% (Australian Bureau of Statistics), and the city offers career opportunities in fields like medical research, healthcare, business services, and retail. The city's crime index is 44.25 (Numbeo), and the safety index is 55.75 (Numbeo).
- Shortlisted by 1+ students
Features
- 48 Lightwood Walk Kensington VIC 3031 features fully furnished studios with a private room, a private bathroom, and a private kitchen. The 2 Bed 1 Bath rooms have two bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. The 3 Bed 2 Bath rooms have three bedrooms, a living room, a kitchen, and a bathroom. Each bedroom in this student accommodation in Melbourne includes a bed and built-in wardrobes. The kitchens are fully equipped with a dishwasher, oven, fridge, and induction cooktop. The rooms include storage, split-system air conditioning, a dryer, and a washing machine.
- Local Kensington 48 Lightwood Walk offers shared amenities such as a BIG screen room for movies, a resident lounge, and WFH & meeting spaces for those who are working remotely. There is a private dining room, games room, bike storage, and an eco-friendly electric car share. Pet-friendly additions include outdoor space and a pet wash station. An outdoor pool, a gym, and a yoga studio are available, so students can stay fit and healthy.
- The BBQ area offers a perfect setting to host friends or enjoy dinner under the stars. Property features include a secure parcel & post area that ensures students receive their deliveries safely. An artist's creative studio and outdoor entertaining spaces help students de-stress and have fun.
Nearby places
- Students will find 48 Lightwood Walk Kensington very urban and convenient. This property is close to Ozford Australia and William Angliss Institute. For daily shopping, the Foodworks, Gertrude Grocer Kensington, and Woolworths North Melbourne supermarkets are nearby. Buy medicines from Amcal Arden Gardens Pharmacy and Acher Pharmacy. The Royal Melbourne Hospital is just an 8-minute drive away.
- Coffee lovers can grab a quick coffee and snacks at the Local Folk, Little Bunny Cafe, and Eight Black Pool & Café, located close to this property. For dining options, explore Rick’s Place Italian & Gluten Free Italian Restaurant, The Abyssinian Restaurant, and Viet Tongue Restaurant. The area also features East African restaurants like Zamzam Kitchen and New Somali Kitchen. For diverse food options, you will find the Turkish BaBaQ restaurant and the Sapa Hills Vietnamese restaurant.
- This student accommodation offers many nearby tourist spots for students to explore on weekends and during outings. The Melbourne Skydeck offers breathtaking city vistas, while Docklands Sunset Point has a scenic waterfront path for an evening walk. Students can also explore Webb Bridge, Parliament Gardens, the historic Melbourne Central Clock, and experience digital art at Imaginator.
Commute
- Commuting is easy for students, as the 48 Lightwood Walk is surrounded by quick transport options. Macaulay Station/Macaulay Rd bus stop is a 5-minute walk away, while the North Melbourne Station/Dryburgh St bus stop is a 29-minute walk away. Kensington train station is just a 7-minute walk away. For domestic and international travel, students can reach Melbourne Airport in a 16-minute drive.
Rooms & prices
Choose a room to enquire about it directly.
4 room options
3 photosStudio
Fully booked- Private bathroom
- 1 bedroom
- 52 weeks
Bed · Built-in wardrobes · Dishwasher · Fridge · Oven
Ask about availabilityA$650 / wk
up to A$655
3 photos2 Bed 1 Bath
ApartmentFully booked- 2 bedrooms
- 34 weeks
Bed · Built-in wardrobes · Dishwasher · Oven · Fridge
Ask about availabilityA$805 / wk
3 photos2 Bed 2 Bath
ApartmentFully booked- Shared bathroom
- 2 bedrooms
- 52 weeks
Bed · Built-in wardrobes · Dishwasher · Oven · Fridge
Ask about availabilityA$970 / wk
3 photos3 Bed 2 Bath
ApartmentFully booked- Shared bathroom
- 3 bedrooms
- 52 weeks
Bed · Built-in wardrobes · Dishwasher · Oven · Fridge
Ask about availabilityA$1,255 / wk
up to A$1,420
Amenities
12 facilities confirmed for this residence.
Essentials
- Fully furnished
- Private bathroom
Living & social
- Kitchen
- Laundry
- Common room
- Games room
- Outdoor space
- Air conditioning
Health & wellbeing
- Gym
- Swimming pool
Services
- Bike storage
- Parcel room
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- Artist creative studio
- Secure parcel & post area
- Outdoor entertaining spaces
- BIG screen room
- Resident lounge
- WFH & meeting spaces
- Private dining room
- Games room
- Electric car share
- Dog-friendly outdoor spaces
- Bike Storage
- Pet Wash Station
- Outdoor pool
- Gym & yoga studio
- BBQ area
Ratings & reviews
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Location
48 Lightwood Walk, Kensington VIC 3031, Australia
Nearby
- Baxter Institute0.31 mi
- Trinity College1.34 mi
- city center2.4 mi
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Payment
Pay In Instalment
- Rent is due on the first day of every month.
- Students are encouraged to set up automatic payments to ensure timely rent payments.
Mode Of Payment
- Automatic payments (AutoPay) are recommended for monthly rent payments.
Additional Fees
- Lease break fees may apply if a student withdraws after signing the lease and making payment.
Cancellation
Cooling Off Period
- No cooling-off period is offered.
No Visa No Pay
- Students who do not receive their visa before the lease start date may cancel their application and apply for a full refund.
Early termination by students
- Once a lease has been signed and payment has been made, the student has committed to the lease.
- Students may end their lease by paying a lease break fee based on the remaining lease term:
- 1–3 months remaining: 1 week's rent.
- 4–6 months remaining: 2 weeks' rent.
- 7–9 months remaining: 3 weeks' rent.
- 10–12 months remaining: 4 weeks' rent.
Replacement Tenant Accepted
- Instead of paying the lease break fee, students may continue paying rent until the apartment is successfully pre-leased to a new resident.
- Rent payments cease once a new lease is signed for the apartment.
- Students must provide the leasing team with access to tour the apartment at least twice per week until a new resident is secured.
Extenuating Circumstances
- The cancellation outcome depends on the point at which the student cancels and the reason for cancellation.
- The provider stated that further details would be provided separately.
Questions about this residence
How much does Local Kensington - 48 Lightwood Walk, Melbourne cost?
Rooms start from A$650 / wk across studio and apartment options. Prices vary by room type and tenancy length.
How long can I stay?
Tenancies here run 34–52 weeks. Options include 52 weeks and 34 weeks.
Where is Local Kensington - 48 Lightwood Walk, Melbourne?
Local Kensington - 48 Lightwood Walk, Melbourne is at 48 Lightwood Walk, Kensington VIC 3031, Australia. It is 0.31 mi from Baxter Institute.





