Question 1

"What is the cheapest suburb to rent near University of Melbourne Fishermans Bend?"

Accepted Answer

"The cheapest rentals near University of Melbourne Fishermans Bend are generally found in South Melbourne, where share house rooms run $20-50 per week less than Port Melbourne itself."

Question 2

"How much does a share house room cost near UniMelb Fishermans Bend?"

Accepted Answer

"Share house rooms near UniMelb Fishermans Bend in Port Melbourne cost $200-300/week. Moving to adjacent suburbs can save $30-60 per week."

Question 3

"Is it worth commuting to save on rent near UniMelb?"

Accepted Answer

"A 15-20 minute commute from a cheaper suburb can save $2,600-4,000 per year on rent. For most students, this trade-off is worth making."

Question 4

"When is the best time to find cheap rentals near University of Melbourne?"

Accepted Answer

"The least competitive rental periods are November-January (semester break) and June (mid-year break). Avoid February and July when new students flood the market."