Coworking Spaces in Surrey Hills — 2026

The coworking scene in Surrey Hills has grown significantly since 2024

Dedicated Desks

Southern Cellar — 29 Rowan Street

A newer addition that has earned its place. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Theo’s (63 Queen Terrace) — Worth knowing about in Surrey Hills. Check their website for current hours. Prices are competitive.

Otto Mill — 211 Rowan Street

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Hot Desks

Ruby House — 283 Queen Terrace

The go-to option for most locals. Family-friendly with designated areas. Rating: ★★★★★.

Ava Post — 73 Queen Terrace

The go-to option for most locals. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★★.

High Standard (106 Rowan Street) — One of the better ones in Surrey Hills. Open daily. Popular with locals for good reason.

Meeting Rooms

White Cellar (362 Blake Road) — A solid option in Surrey Hills. Established in 2017. Popular with locals for good reason.

Cleo — 379 Queen Terrace

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Pricing is transparent — no hidden fees. Rating: ★★★★☆.

Cleo’s (28 Queen Terrace) — One of the better ones in Surrey Hills. Check their website for current hours. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Cafe Alternatives

Rex’s — 36 Rowan Street

A newer addition that has earned its place. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★★½.

Gus’s (281 Blake Road) — One of the better ones in Surrey Hills. Recently renovated. The staff are knowledgeable and helpful.

Pricing Comparison

The Half Post — 309 Blake Road

A newer addition that has earned its place. The owner is usually on-site and hands-on. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Kai’s — 34 Rowan Street

Under the radar but deserving of more attention. Book ahead on weekends. Rating: ★★★½☆.

Quick Reference

Category	Details
Suburb	Surrey Hills
Region	Melbourne Inner East
Character	Refined, quiet, prestigious
Transport	Public transport options in Surrey Hills
Coffee price	$5.00-5.50
Dinner out	$35-55 pp

Tips for Residents

Save the council number. For Surrey Hills, your local council handles everything from noise complaints to hard rubbish collection. Their website has online forms for most requests — it is faster than calling.
Join local groups. The Surrey Hills Facebook group and community boards are where you’ll find out about events, lost pets, and neighbourhood news before it hits the papers. Also check Nextdoor for hyperlocal updates.
Support local. The businesses on Elm Drive are what give Surrey Hills its character. Use them or lose them — every dollar spent locally recirculates in the suburb economy.
Know the parking rules. Most streets around Elm Drive are 2-hour metered zones Mon-Fri. Side streets are unrestricted after 6pm and on weekends. The council does ticket — don’t push your luck.
Bin schedule. Green lid (general waste) is weekly. Yellow lid (recycling) and green waste alternate fortnightly. Hard rubbish collection is booked through the council — you get 3 free pickups per year.
Report issues. Potholes, graffiti, damaged footpaths, illegal dumping — report through the council’s Snap Send Solve app or their website. They actually fix things when they’re reported.

Detailed Area Guide

Getting Around

Public transport options in Surrey Hills. Most daily errands in Surrey Hills can be done on foot if you live near the main strip. For supermarkets and bulk shopping, a car or rideshare is more practical. Cycling infrastructure is mixed — some protected lanes, some shared road zones.

Shopping & Errands

The main commercial strip along Elm Drive covers most basics: pharmacy, post office, newsagent, and several takeaway options. For major grocery shopping, there’s a Aldi within 5-10 minutes. There is a small fresh produce market on weekends.

Weather & Seasons

Melbourne weather applies: dress in layers, keep an umbrella in the car, and never trust a sunny morning. Surrey Hills is slightly warmer than suburbs further from the coast. The parks are best in autumn (March-May) and spring (September-November). Summer evenings are genuinely pleasant here — long daylight, outdoor dining, and the neighbourhood comes alive.

Seasonal highlights: Winter weekends are for brunching, gallery-hopping, and pub sessions with the fire on. The community garden is active year-round.

Cost of Living Quick Reference

General daily costs in Surrey Hills: coffee $5.00-5.50, brunch $22-32, dinner out $35-55 per person. For more detailed pricing across all categories, see our Surrey Hills Cost of Living Guide.

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Last updated: March 2026

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