Tupuārangi is purpose-built student accommodation in Christchurch, with a team on site around the clock. University of Canterbury is 3 minutes away, door to door. Studios and other rooms available, and you can apply online.
Tupuārangi is conveniently located on Homestead Lane, across the road from the main University of Canterbury Ilam campus. This close proximity to s all major bus routes into the heart of Christchurch making Tupuārangi an ideal choice for new first year university students.
Tupuarangi is located in Christchurch, Canterbury. Contact the reservations team or view the live listing for the exact address, transport links and what’s nearby.
3 min · University of Canterbury
Facilities
The shared spaces and services at Tupuārangi.
Spacious Common Areas
You will find plenty of spots to relax in our spacious and light-filled common areas. At the end of the day, relax on the couches, enjoy some time catching up with friends or do some study in this comfortable, welcoming space.Read moreRead less
Laundry
A commercial laundry is available for you to use.
Some helpful tips
Do not leave your clothes in the washer or dryer once the cycle has completed.
Each resident supplies their own laundry detergents and pegs.
Please use the correct detergent as directed on the noticeboard.Read moreRead less
Public Transport
Public transport in Canterbury, particularly in Christchurch, is reliable, affordable, and well-connected, making it easy for residents to travel across the city and surrounding areas. The network is primarily made up of Metro bus services, which operate frequent routes linking suburbs, universities, shopping centres, and key destinations, with high-frequency buses running every 10–15 minutes along major corridors. A central Bus Interchange in the city provides a convenient hub for transfers, while additional services extend to nearby towns such as Rangiora and Lincoln. With accessible fares, real-time tracking, and regular services around university campuses, public transport offers a practical and sustainable way for students and residents to get around without the need for a car.Read moreRead less
Security
As a Resident, it can be comforting to know that the property Main Entrance, Lifts and Rooms are via a security access card.
Talk to the Tupuārangi team
24/7 UniLodge staff available onsite at Tupuārangi or next door to Tupuānuku, along with UC Security.
Weekly rates at Tupuarangi vary by apartment type and stay length. Enquire with the reservations team or start an application for the current pricing and availability.
This will be confirmed soon. Please keep an eye out on our website for more information.
No, your contingency fees and residential fees are separate payments. You are required to pay rent in the specified way up to and including the date of your departure.
Booking is easy! There are a few ways you can do it:
Complete an application with the University of Canterbury Accommodation Services and they will
Yes — electricity, water and wifi are all covered by your weekly rent. One payment, no surprises.
Yes — the minimum stay is one semester, with half-year and full-year options also available.
Use the “Enquire” / apply links on this page, or contact the UniLodge reservations team, and they’ll help you with pricing, availability and booking for Tupuarangi.
Tupuārangi offers Studio Apartment and Shared Apartment. Every apartment type is listed in the picker above with current pricing and availability.
Tupuārangi accepts Australian (domestic) students under 18. International students under 18 can't be accommodated here — see our list of properties approved for international under-18s.
Tupuārangi is student accommodation, so residents need to be studying. UniLodge does house non-students at selected properties — see the Non-Students page for the list.
Tupuārangi is at 5 Homestead Lane, Christchurch Canterbury 8041. The map on this page shows the exact spot and what's nearby.
We offer only 41 week residential agreements to new first year students studying at the University of Canterbury.
No, there is no parking for Tupuārangi.
Your bedroom is furnished with a bed, study desk and chair, and wardrobe. You will need to supply all of your own linen and personal affects.
You are permitted to have visitors, as long as they comply with our Residential Rules. Overnight guests should be registered with the UniLodge staff tea.
There are no room moves in the first two weeks of your stay. Following this any room moves will be approved by the General Manager Portfolio as there is space available. There are no guarantees.
When you move into Tupuārangi, you sign a Residential Agreement. This is a legally binding document that means you have committed to paying the accommodation fees from the start date on your residential agreement until the end date of your residential agreement. If you move out early you may be subject to penalty fees.
A Contingency Fee an amount of money that you need to pay that can be used if you do not meet the terms and conditions of your residential agreement. Examples of this include If you fail to keep the property clean, cause damage or are in fee arrears, UniLodge may claim some or all of the contingency fee only when the residency ends. The majority of fees are refunded in full as most UniLodgers vacate with no issues.
To secure your stay with us, you will need to pay your deposit through our payment gateway online when you are going through the acceptance process.
This is a form you will be asked to fill out within 48 hours of your arrival. It is your responsibility to tell us the condition of the room/house when you arrive, and we will use this information for when you then move out to make sure you have kept the property in reasonable condition.
You need to leave your room clean and tidy in the same condition as when you arrived, and ensure all personal items have been removed, report any damage that may have been caused during your tenancy. This allows for a speedy contingency fee resolution.
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