Journal Central is an excellent student accommodation in Melbourne that offers shared rooms, en-suite rooms, and studios, along with spacious social spaces, landscaped gardens, fitness facilities, and a rich activity program, providing an extraordinary living experience. At the same time, its prime location near prestigious educational institutions, like the University of Melbourne Parkville Campus (5 to 10-minute walk), RMIT University City Campus (10 to 15-minute walk), and Monash University Parkville Campus, etc., dining options, shopping centres, and convenient public transportation options ensure a vibrant and accessible lifestyle for students and residents.

 

Features & Living Experience

Journal Central, a student accommodation built in 2019 with 328 beds, offers shared rooms, en-suite rooms, and studios, providing residents with various options. With its spacious social spaces, including a library, cinema and games rooms, beautiful landscaped gardens and terraces, Journal Central goes beyond ordinary student accommodations, creating an extraordinary living experience. At the same time, the security of residents is ensured with 24/7 CCTV. Additionally, residents can enjoy fitness and recreational facilities like a gym, basketball court, table tennis, and pool table. Moreover, the apartment has a rich activity program designed for international students. The plan includes activities and courses related to life, learning, culture, employment, etc., to help enrich students' lives and growth.

 

Location and What's Hot?

The Journal Central is nestled at 502 Swanston Street. This prime location offers the convenience of several prestigious educational institutions within a short walking distance, including the University of Melbourne Parkville Campus (5 to 10-minute walk), RMIT University City Campus (10 to 15-minute walk), and Monash University Parkville Campus (10 to 15-minute walk), making it an ideal choice for students seeking a vibrant and accessible living experience. Near Journal Central, there is an array of dining options, including the famous Lygon Street's "Little Italy," the diverse Errol Street Dining Precinct, and the Asian cuisine along Flemington Road, are just a few minutes walk away, while shopping centres like Melbourne Central, QV Melbourne, and the iconic Queen Victoria Market, offering a wide range of retail stores, eateries, and fresh produce, are within a 10 to 20-minute walk, providing residents with a bustling and fulfilling lifestyle.

 

Student Travel Melbourne

Discover convenient public transportation options near Journal Central, including nearby tram stops like the Lincoln Square Tram Stop (Stop 4) and Melbourne University Tram Stop (Stop 1) on Swanston Street, accessible bus stops along Swanston Street and nearby streets, as well as easy access to Melbourne's train network by taking a tram or bus to nearby train stations like Melbourne Central Railway Station, providing students and residents with efficient ways to explore the city and its suburbs.

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What will you get

Common Amenities
Gated Community
Controlled Access
Wi-Fi
24 hours security
CCTV
Reception
Social Events
Laundry Room
Study Room
Lounge
Library
Mailroom
Bike storage
Communal Kitchen
Conference Room
Lobby
On-site Retail
Gym
Pool Table
Table Tennis
Theater
Game Room
Rooftop
Terrace
Outdoor Lounge
Courtyard
Room Amenities
Safety and Security
Bills Included

Room Types

Medium Studio View

week/person
Wi-Fi
Heating
Air Conditioning
Closets
TV
Chair
Desk
Refrigerator
Bed
Oven
USB Charging Port
Shower
Storage Room
Built-In Under Bed Storage
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$559/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$599/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$559/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$599/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$569/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$569/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$569/week

Square Studio View

week/person
Wi-Fi
Heating
Air Conditioning
Chair
Closets
Shower
Refrigerator
Built-In Under Bed Storage
Oven
Range hood
Storage Room
USB Charging Port
Bed
Desk
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$579/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$549/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$549/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$549/week

Large Studio corner view

week/person
Heating
Air Conditioning
TV
Refrigerator
Oven
Storage Room
Bed
Desk
Chair
Closets
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$709/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$709/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$709/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-02-15
AU$699/week

Twin-share

week/person
Wi-Fi
Heating
Air Conditioning
Chair
Closets
Refrigerator
Range hood
Oven
USB Charging Port
Storage Room
Shower
Bed
Built-In Under Bed Storage
Desk
TV
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$409/week
Duration:26 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$449/week
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$409/week
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$449/week

Two-bed Apartment Regular

week/person
Heating
Air Conditioning
Closets
TV
Refrigerator
Oven
Storage Room
Bed
Desk
Chair
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$509/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$509/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$509/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$549/week

Two-bed Apartment View

week/person
Heating
Air Conditioning
Desk
Chair
Closets
TV
Storage Room
Refrigerator
Oven
Bed
SOLD OUT
Duration:27 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$549/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:26 Weeks
Move in:2024-02-01
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:26 Weeks
Move in:2024-02-15
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-02-15
AU$499/week

Four-Bed Ensuite Apartment

week/person
Wi-Fi
Heating
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
USB Charging Port
Oven
Built-In Under Bed Storage
Range hood
TV
Bed
Desk
Chair
Closets
Storage Room
Shower
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$489/week
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$529/week
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$489/week
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$529/week

three bed ensuite regular apartment

week/person
Heating
Air Conditioning
Bed
Desk
Chair
Closets
TV
Storage Room
Refrigerator
Oven
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$489/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$489/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$489/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$529/week

Square Studio Regular

week/person
Wi-Fi
Heating
Air Conditioning
Refrigerator
USB Charging Port
Oven
Built-In Under Bed Storage
Range hood
Bed
Desk
Chair
Closets
Storage Room
Shower
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$579/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:27 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$579/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$539/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$539/week

Medium Studio Regular

week/person
Wi-Fi
Heating
Air Conditioning
Oven
TV
Bed
Desk
Chair
Closets
Shower
Storage Room
USB Charging Port
Refrigerator
Built-In Under Bed Storage
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$559/week
Duration:26 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$599/week
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$559/week
Duration:26 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$599/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:27 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$559/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$559/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$559/week

Large Studio Regular

week/person
Heating
Air Conditioning
Chair
Closets
TV
Storage Room
Refrigerator
Oven
Bed
Desk
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$619/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$619/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$619/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:27 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$659/week

three bed ensuite view apartment

week/person
Heating
Air Conditioning
Bed
Desk
Chair
Closets
TV
Storage Room
Refrigerator
Oven
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$449/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:52 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-25
AU$449/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$449/week
SOLD OUT
Duration:31 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-13
AU$539/week

6 Bed Ensuite

week/person
Games Area
Duration:51 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$469/week
Duration:26 Weeks
Move in:2024-07-08
AU$509/week

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