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10 Best Student Residences in Brisbane

Brisbane student residences range from private studios and lofts to shared apartments and furnished rooms. The best fit depends on your campus, preferred level of privacy, length of stay and whether you want a social residence or a quieter base.

Compare the actual commute to UQ, QUT or another campus, then check what rent includes. Room layout, Wi-Fi, utilities, study areas, resident events, onsite support and access to gyms, pools or kitchens can materially change everyday living.

How this guide is ordered

Every business on this page was measured on the same four things: how focused it is on student residences, how its clients rate it, how much it tells you up front and which parts of Brisbane it looks after.

Businesses on this site may take up paid services that lift how visible they are.

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10 Student Halls of Residence in Brisbane Compared

Domo Accommodation, Brisbane#1
What stands out
  • Bills included with furnished rooms

  • Unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi

  • Pool and sauna access

Domo Accommodation

5.083 reviews
92 Quay St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Best for
International students settling in BrisbaneWorking professionals needing furnished roomsMedium- to long-term stays

Domo Accommodation provides fully furnished rental rooms in Brisbane for students and working professionals, with bills included. Rooms are set up with a bed, desk, chair and welcome kit containing sheets, pillows and covers, while unlimited Wi-Fi supports study, work and everyday connection. The service is suited to international students, workers and others wanting a ready-to-live-in base rather than an unfurnished rental. Domo also offers room types to match different needs, and selected accommodation includes on-site pool, sauna and gym access. Secure on-site car parking is available, giving drivers another practical feature to consider when choosing a longer stay.

Campus View Apartments, Brisbane#2
What stands out
  • Inclusive utilities and unlimited Wi-Fi

  • Walking distance to Ipswich medical precinct

Campus View Apartments

5.039 reviews
17 Pring St, Ipswich QLD 4305, Australia
Best for
Students and hospital staff needing furnished Ipswich roomsResidents wanting utilities and Wi-Fi included

Campus View Apartments provides furnished student and professional accommodation in Ipswich’s medical precinct. Private bedrooms are available in two-, three- or eight-bedroom units, with shared living and kitchen areas, a coin-operated laundry and an outdoor covered BBQ area. Rooms include a bed, wardrobe, desk, chair, lamp, television, Ethernet point and individually controlled split-system air-conditioning. Rent includes electricity, water, gas and unlimited ultrafast Wi-Fi, while common areas are professionally cleaned weekly. The location is within walking distance of Ipswich Hospital, the UQ Clinical School and USQ Ipswich Campus, and close to restaurants, parks and public transport. Security features include gated fencing, window and door screens, video surveillance and individual room keys.

Austin Apartments, Brisbane#3
What stands out
  • Rooftop pool with city views

Austin Apartments

4.980 reviews
77-79 Grey St, South Brisbane QLD 4101, Australia
Best for
Students and small families seeking apartment livingLonger stays near restaurants and museums

Austin Apartments offers modern, furnished apartment living in South Brisbane, with views, smart storage and a rooftop pool area overlooking the city. Its location also places residents close to restaurants and museums, making it suited to students, small families and longer stays.

On-site managers Gayle and Bryce handle day-to-day building support and respond to maintenance or resident queries. The property is presented as well maintained and organised, with practical attention to move-out coordination and repairs.

UniLodge School Street Studios - Student Accommodation Kelvin Grove, Brisbane#4
What stands out
  • Private studios and loft apartments

  • Five minutes from QUT Kelvin Grove

  • Regular community events

UniLodge School Street Studios - Student Accommodation Kelvin Grove

4.860 reviews
33 School St, Kelvin Grove QLD 4059, Australia
Best for
QUT students wanting private accommodationStudents moving away from homeResidents seeking organised community activities

UniLodge School Street Studios provides private student accommodation in Kelvin Grove Urban Village, close to QUT Kelvin Grove. Students can choose studio or loft apartments with no shared rooms or facilities, while the property’s common areas add opportunities to study, socialise and meet other residents. Facilities include a BBQ area, common room, lounges, table tennis, games, a microwave and secure bicycle parking. A Community Spirit Program runs regular events, and the location is five minutes from QUT Kelvin Grove, near the free shuttle to QUT Gardens Point and within reach of UQ Herston and St Lucia. Rental car spaces are limited and subject to availability.

UniLodge Toowong - Student Accommodation Brisbane#5
What stands out
  • Rooftop pool with Brisbane River views

UniLodge Toowong - Student Accommodation Brisbane

4.7595 reviews
29 Archer St, Toowong QLD 4066, Australia
Best for
Students wanting furnished accommodation near UQInternational students seeking community events and staff support

UniLodge Toowong provides furnished student accommodation in modern studio apartments, with options to live privately or share with a friend. Weekly rent includes unlimited Wi-Fi, water and electricity, alongside study areas, secure entry and on-site facilities including a rooftop pool with river views.

Its Toowong location places students close to the University of Queensland, the city, public transport and Toowong Village. The Community Spirit Program adds regular events and staff support for residents building a social network, making the property especially relevant to students arriving from overseas or moving out of home.

Students planning their commute can reach UQ St Lucia by bus in around 11 minutes, or choose ferry and bikeway routes. Applications are available for upcoming study periods, including Semester 2 2026 and 2027.

Scape Toowong - Student Accommodation Brisbane#6
What stands out
  • Monthly resident events

  • Dedicated student accommodation

Scape Toowong - Student Accommodation Brisbane

4.5207 reviews
611 Coronation Dr, Toowong QLD 4066, Australia
Best for
International studentsStudents seeking community events

Scape Toowong provides student accommodation in Brisbane for people seeking a place to live while studying. The residence is suited to international students and others looking for a social setting, with monthly events and shared amenities supporting opportunities to meet other residents. Front-desk assistance is part of the living experience described at the property. Its Toowong location places students in a dedicated accommodation environment rather than a standard short-stay hotel.

Scape St Lucia - Student Accommodation Brisbane#7
What stands out
  • Opposite Toowong Village

Scape St Lucia - Student Accommodation Brisbane

4.4239 reviews
33 Glen Rd, Toowong QLD 4066, Australia
Best for
Students wanting rooms near Toowong amenities

Scape St Lucia provides student accommodation in the Toowong area, with spacious air-conditioned rooms and wireless internet. The residence is positioned opposite Toowong Village, close to shops and bus stops, and near walking and cycling routes. The University of Queensland St Lucia campus is described as a 25-minute walk or 10-minute bus trip. It suits students wanting a practical base near local amenities, although the nearby train station and occasional construction can create noise.

Iglu Brisbane City Student Accommodation#8
What stands out
  • Private bedrooms in share apartments

  • Direct bus to UQ outside

Iglu Brisbane City Student Accommodation

4.4172 reviews
65 Mary St, Brisbane City QLD 4000, Australia
Best for
Students wanting CBD accommodation near Brisbane campusesStudents choosing between shared living and a studio

Iglu Brisbane City Student Accommodation combines central student living with a choice of shared apartments and studios. Multi-share apartments provide private bedrooms with shared or private bathrooms, plus communal kitchens and living areas, while studios combine sleeping and study space with a private bathroom and kitchenette. Residents have unlimited high-speed Wi-Fi, study tables, meeting rooms, lounges, a cinema room, gym, laundry and terraces. The building is near QUT’s Gardens Point campus, with a direct bus to UQ outside, and offers weekday breakfast and coffee, secure access and 24/7 onsite support.

Iglu Kelvin Grove Student Accommodation, Brisbane#9
What stands out
  • On the doorstep of QUT Kelvin Grove

Iglu Kelvin Grove Student Accommodation

4.3175 reviews
62 Blamey St, Kelvin Grove QLD 4059, Australia
Best for
QUT Kelvin Grove studentsInternational students seeking supported accommodation

Iglu Kelvin Grove Student Accommodation places students on the doorstep of QUT’s Kelvin Grove campus, around 3km from Brisbane’s CBD. Accommodation includes multi-share apartments with private bedrooms, shared bathrooms and communal kitchens and living areas, as well as one-bedroom apartments with private bathrooms and study space. Residents have access to high-speed Wi-Fi, 24/7 onsite support, study areas, a gym, laundry, social spaces and a courtyard. Weekday semester breakfast and a regular events programme add practical and social support for students living away from home.

UniLodge Herston - Student Accommodation Brisbane#10
What stands out
  • Study, cinema and gaming spaces

  • Residential Life community programme

UniLodge Herston - Student Accommodation Brisbane

4.2540 reviews
Lady Lamington Building, Herston Quarter, 86 Bramston Terrace, Herston QLD 4006, Australia
Best for
Students wanting campus and city accessInternational students seeking communityStudents choosing furnished accommodation

UniLodge Herston provides purpose-built student accommodation close to QUT Kelvin Grove, with bus access to UQ and proximity to UQ’s dental and medical faculties. Residents can choose private or shared rooms, with selected options offering balconies, openable windows and high ceilings.

The property combines study rooms, gaming zones, a private cinema, outdoor courtyards and a 24-hour gym with a multicultural student community. A Residential Life programme provides events, while on-site staff support residents settling into Brisbane and student life.

The comparison at a glance

#BusinessRatingReviewsBest for
#1Domo Accommodation 5.083International students settling in Brisbane
#2Campus View Apartments 5.039Students and hospital staff needing furnished Ipswich rooms
#3Austin Apartments 4.980Students and small families seeking apartment living
#4UniLodge School Street Studios - Student Accommodation Kelvin Grove 4.860QUT students wanting private accommodation
#5UniLodge Toowong - Student Accommodation Brisbane 4.7595Students wanting furnished accommodation near UQ
#6Scape Toowong - Student Accommodation Brisbane 4.5207International students
#7Scape St Lucia - Student Accommodation Brisbane 4.4239Students wanting rooms near Toowong amenities
#8Iglu Brisbane City Student Accommodation 4.4172Students wanting CBD accommodation near Brisbane campuses
#9Iglu Kelvin Grove Student Accommodation 4.3175QUT Kelvin Grove students
#10UniLodge Herston - Student Accommodation Brisbane 4.2540Students wanting campus and city access

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Student residences around Brisbane

The residences are spread across Toowong, St Lucia, Kelvin Grove, Herston, Brisbane City and Ipswich. Several are positioned near UQ or QUT, while others suit students connected to the Ipswich medical and university precinct. Use the stated travel times and campus links as a starting point, then check your own timetable and route. A nearby shop, bus, ferry, shuttle or train connection can matter as much as the room itself.

Student accommodation features covered

  • Furnished rooms and studiosReady-to-live-in bedrooms, studios, lofts and apartment options with furniture and study setups.
  • Shared apartment livingPrivate bedrooms with communal kitchens, living areas or bathrooms for students who prefer a shared format.
  • Inclusive utilities and Wi-FiSelected residences include electricity, water, gas and unlimited or high-speed internet.
  • Campus-oriented locationsOptions near UQ St Lucia, QUT Kelvin Grove, QUT Gardens Point, Herston and the Ipswich precinct.
  • Study and recreation facilitiesStudy rooms, common rooms, gyms, pools, cinemas, lounges, gaming spaces and outdoor areas.
  • Community and resident supportEvents, front-desk or onsite assistance and programmes designed to help students settle into Brisbane.

How to choose a Brisbane student residence

  1. Measure the real campus commuteAsk for the usual bus, ferry, shuttle or walking route to your campus, including the approximate travel time and the nearest stop.
  2. Confirm the room arrangementCheck whether the option is a private studio, shared apartment, private bedroom or room with shared bathroom and kitchen facilities.
  3. List every included billAsk whether rent includes electricity, water, gas, Wi-Fi, laundry or cleaning, and identify anything charged separately.
  4. Check intake and contract timingConfirm availability for your semester, application deadlines, minimum stay and the process for extending a stay.
  5. Inspect practical study supportAsk about desks, study rooms, internet capacity, quiet areas and onsite support if you expect to study from home.
  6. Match facilities to your routineDecide whether you will use a gym, pool, BBQ area, cinema, community events, parking or secure bicycle storage before paying for access.

Frequently asked questions

Which Brisbane student residences are closest to UQ or QUT?

UniLodge Toowong and Scape St Lucia provide Toowong-area options near UQ St Lucia. UniLodge School Street Studios and Iglu Kelvin Grove are close to QUT Kelvin Grove, while Iglu Brisbane City has access to QUT Gardens Point and a direct bus to UQ.

Do Brisbane student residences include furniture and bills?

Many listed options are furnished, but inclusions differ. Domo includes furnished rooms and bills, while Campus View Apartments includes electricity, water, gas and unlimited Wi-Fi. Ask each residence for the current room-specific inclusions before applying.

Are private studios available?

Yes. UniLodge Toowong, UniLodge School Street Studios and Iglu Brisbane City describe private studio or loft-style options. Iglu Kelvin Grove also offers one-bedroom apartments, while other residences focus more heavily on shared living.

Which residences suit international students?

UniLodge Toowong, Domo Accommodation, Scape Toowong, UniLodge Herston and Iglu Kelvin Grove specifically describe support or features relevant to international students, including furnished rooms, community events and onsite assistance.

Can students choose accommodation in Ipswich?

Campus View Apartments provides furnished rooms in Ipswich’s medical precinct, within walking distance of Ipswich Hospital, the UQ Clinical School and USQ Ipswich Campus. It offers shared units, inclusive utilities and Wi-Fi rather than private studio accommodation.

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