Yes — electricity, water and wifi are all included in your weekly rent.

What do I pay to secure a room?

A A$500 booking deposit plus your first rent instalment. The deposit counts toward what you owe.

Can non-students live at UniLodge West Tower Melbourne Quarter?

UniLodge West Tower Melbourne Quarter 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.

When can I move into West Tower?

West Tower opened in February 2026.

Why is the building referred to as West Tower at Melbourne Quarter?

West Tower is located within Melbourne Quarter - a vibrant precinct in central Melbourne. It includes dining, shopping, residential apartments and workplaces. West Tower is the final building in the precinct and the only one designed for Build-to-Rent.

What is Build-to-Rent?

Build-to-Rent (BTR) means homes that are purpose-built for renters, offering homes exclusively for lease rather than sale. BTR homes are owned and operated by a professional landlord, and have been designed with renters in mind, typically offering things like flexible leases, additional amenities, and services.

How many apartments will there be in West Tower?

West Tower has 797 apartments across a mix of studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom layouts.

What lease terms are available?

We offer flexible lease terms ranging from 6 months to 12 months, and even long-term leases of up to five years. Contact our leasing team for more details.

Do I need to pay anything before moving in?

Yes. You’ll need to pay a bond which is equal to 4 weeks’ rent, plus 2 weeks’ rent in advance when you sign your lease.

Is parking available in the building?

Yes, a limited number of parking spaces are available and can be leased for an additional cost. There is no visitor parking, but you’ll find public transport and paid parking nearby. Check out the location page for details.

How do I book a tour of West Tower?

You can contact us to arrange a private tour. We also offer live video tours if you can’t attend in person.

How do I rent an apartment at West Tower?

Our team is here to help! Contact us and they’ll guide you through the rental process.

Do you offer live video tours of the display apartments and resident amenities?

Yes, we offer live video tours. Simply select “Live Video Tour” when booking, then choose your preferred date, time, and preferred video call app.

West Tower, Melbourne Quarter

648 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008

4.5(112 reviews)Book a property tour

West Tower, Melbourne Quarter is a professionally managed build-to-rent building in Docklands — design-led apartments with flexible leases and a staffed reception. RMIT City is 12 minutes away and University of Melbourne (tram) 27, door to door. Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments available from $710 per week, whether or not you're studying.

Apartments at West Tower, Melbourne Quarter

Prices per week

Available

Studio

22 m²

Your own self-contained studio — all bills included.

Sleeps 2

$710/wkper apartment per week

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Limited

Deluxe Studio

22 m²

Your own self-contained studio — all bills included.

Sleeps 2

$710/wkper apartment per week

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What's included

Your room

All bills — power, water, wifi
Furnished, ready to move in
Fast wifi throughout
Weekly rent covers everything

The building

24/7 on-site team and security
Resident gym
Study rooms and shared lounges
Communal kitchen and dining
Secure key-card access

Services

On-site maintenance
Parcel and mail room
Resident events program
Bike storage
Laundry facilities

A resident relaxing in a UniLodge lounge

Sonder — 24/7 support

Confidential support any time via chat or call, safety check-ins, and in-person help in metro areas. Ask reception whether this building is covered.

About Sonder

Location

Melbourne Quarter is located between two famous Melbourne streets, Flinders Street and Collins Street, with the bonus of peaceful green spaces including TiTree Park and Sky Park for you to enjoy the sunshine. It’s easy to travel to your university campus with public transport options nearby. Melbourne Quarter is within the free tram zone* and across from Southern Cross Station, a major transportation hub with metro and V-line regional trains. You’ll also find the Skybus which operates a bus service to and from Melbourne’s Tullamarine Airport. Melbourne is known for its food, festivals, sporting events, art and entertainment and you’re perfectly located to explore everything the city has to offer. Whether you walk or take public transport, it’s easy to visit iconic spots like Marvel Stadium, Fed Square, the National Gallery of Victoria, the Royal Botanic Gardens, the State Library of Victoria and Melbourne’s famous laneways and street art. If you love food, you’re in the right place with a number of dining options in Melbourne Quarter. There are also many cafes, restaurants and different cuisines all waiting to be discovered. You’ll also find supermarkets and other essentials services within easy reach.

*See www.ptv.vic.gov.au to plan your trip and for up-to-date information.

In the new Melbourne Quarter precinct beside Southern Cross Station, a short walk to RMIT and the west of the city. All bills included.

Trams at the door — free inside the tram zone
Close to Melbourne Central & Flagstaff stations
City bike lanes on the doorstep

12 min · RMIT City27 min · University of Melbourne (tram)

Map showing West Tower, Melbourne Quarter, Docklands

Facilities

The shared spaces and services at West Tower, Melbourne Quarter.

Level 40 Amenities!

Residents have access to amenities on level 40, including an outdoor terrace and barbecue area with spectacular city views, bookable private dining room for hosting memorable dinners, lounge, and more.Read more

On-site Support

Our on-site Resident Services team is here to support you—from move-in to maintenance and everything in between. Plus, you’ve got after hours phone support for extra peace of mind, anytime you need it.Read more

Games and Entertainment

There are plenty of spaces for fun and connection, with a cinema room, games room with gaming consoles and karaoke machine, and a soundproofed music room with electronic drum kit and amp.

Indoor Virtual Golf

Perfect your swing in the golf lab. This indoor virtual golf experience from Trackman is suitable for all skills levels and is fun for everyone!

Podcast Studios

With four bookable podcast studios, West Tower might just be your launchpad to podcasting stardom! Each studio has been acoustically designed and is fitted out with a mixer, microphone and headset.

Co-working Space

The co-working space on Upper Ground Level is the place to get things done with dedicated workstations, private meeting rooms and quiet study areas.

Public Transport

There’s a tram stop right outside of Melbourne Quarter on Collins Street within the free tram zone, and Southern Cross Station is across the road, providing access to metro and regional v-line trains, and bus service to Melbourne Airport.Read more

Cafes and Restaurants

Melbourne Quarter is one of the city’s most vibrant precincts with a range of dining and shopping options including cafes, a pharmacy, and local pub.

Added Conveniences

West Tower has lots of extras including smart parcel lockers to help keep your deliveries safe when you’re out. There’s also plenty of free bike storage.

Talk to the West Tower, Melbourne Quarter team

Mon–Fri 9am–5pm · Sat 10am–2pm

648 Flinders Street, Docklands VIC 3008

03 9020 3400 melbournequarter@unilodge.com.au

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Residents on West Tower, Melbourne Quarter

4.5(112 reviews)

“Close to campus, bills all included — an easy first year.”

Alex

RMIT City · Resident

“The study spaces and shared lounges are great for group work.”

Sam

RMIT City · Resident