How much is rent near Victoria University, and where do students live?

Listings near Victoria University currently range from A$162–A$399/wk. Shared rooms from AUD 160/wk — among the most affordable in Melbourne. Footscray and St Albans in Melbourne's west.

How do I find a roommate near Victoria University?

39 people are currently looking for roommates near Victoria University. Multicultural area with a strong Indian and Vietnamese community. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.

What's available near Victoria University right now?

64 listings: 53 private rooms, 11 shared rooms. New places are added daily.

What's the international student community like near Victoria University?

Multicultural area with a strong Indian and Vietnamese community. HomiesAbroad lists rooms and roommate requests from people in the same situation — browse or post what you need.

When should I start looking for housing near Victoria University?

Start 4–6 weeks before the semester. Australian leases are shorter and more flexible than US ones, so you have more options closer to move-in. Footscray is gentrifying fast — good value now but rents are rising.

Can I find housing near Victoria University before I arrive?

Yes — most international students near Victoria University secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms near Victoria University are posted. Everything is free.

Roommates & housing near Victoria University for international students

Rooms, apartments, roommates, and off-campus housing for international students near Victoria University. Browse free listings and curated posts from local housing groups. Get emailed when new listings near Victoria University fit. Find a flatmate or shared apartment — completely free.

Rent rangeA$162–A$399/wkRoom typesPrivate (53)Shared (11)

Victoria University

A$327/mo

Shared room

Roomy share near UNSW with great vibes

Kensington

Available from Nov 2026Posted 1mo ago

Michael Johnson

Replies to 76% · within 3h

Private room in modern Parkville apartment

A$364/mo

Single room

Private room in modern Parkville apartment

Parkville

Available from Nov 2026Posted 1mo ago

James Smith

Replies to 74% · within 3h

A$281/mo

Single room

Room in Sandy Bay

Sandy Bay

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Emily Wang

New here

A$297/mo

Single room

Cozy room near university

Casuarina

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Isabella Dhillon

Replies to 69% · within 2h

A$272/mo

Single room

Private room in St Lucia house

St Lucia

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Michael Brown

Replies to 86% · within 2h

A$311/mo

Single room

Room in Keiraville

Keiraville

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Aisha Khan

Replies to 68% · within 3h

A$353/mo

Single room

Room in Melbourne CBD

Melbourne CBD

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Sai Kumar

New here

A$390/mo

Single room

Private room in a studio

Melbourne CBD

Available from Nov 2026Posted 2mo ago

Sneha Desai

Replies to 80% · within 4h

A$319/mo

Single room

Room for rent in a 3-bedroom house

Bentley

Posted 2mo ago

Ethan Hall

Replies to 72% · within 3h

A$399/mo

Shared room

Share our cosy Newtown house

Newtown

Available from Oct 2026Posted 2mo ago

Emily Williams

Replies to 90% · within 3h

A$390/mo

Single room

Private Room in Burwood

Burwood

Available from Nov 2026Posted 2mo ago

Aisha Khan

Replies to 81% · within 3h

A$383/mo

Single room

Room for rent in a 3-bedroom house

Bundoora

Posted 2mo ago

Elijah Bhatt

Replies to 93% · within 40m

Frequently asked questions

How much is rent near Victoria University, and where do students live?: Listings near Victoria University currently range from A$162–A$399/wk. Shared rooms from AUD 160/wk — among the most affordable in Melbourne. Footscray and St Albans in Melbourne's west.
How do students get around near Victoria University?: Train to Melbourne CBD in 15–20 minutes from Footscray station.
How do I find a roommate near Victoria University?: 39 people are currently looking for roommates near Victoria University. Multicultural area with a strong Indian and Vietnamese community. Post what you need and let people come to you — messaging is free.
What's available near Victoria University right now?: 64 listings: 53 private rooms, 11 shared rooms. New places are added daily.
What's the international student community like near Victoria University?: Multicultural area with a strong Indian and Vietnamese community. HomiesAbroad lists rooms and roommate requests from people in the same situation — browse or post what you need.
When should I start looking for housing near Victoria University?: Start 4–6 weeks before the semester. Australian leases are shorter and more flexible than US ones, so you have more options closer to move-in. Footscray is gentrifying fast — good value now but rents are rising.
Can I find housing near Victoria University before I arrive?: Yes — most international students near Victoria University secure housing before they land. Browse listings, message hosts, and arrange a video tour through HomiesAbroad from anywhere in the world. Post a listing to get emailed when new rooms near Victoria University are posted. Everything is free.

How to find roommates & housing near Victoria University

Footscray and St Albans in Melbourne's west. Train to Melbourne CBD in 15–20 minutes from Footscray station. Footscray is gentrifying fast — good value now but rents are rising. Leases in Australia run 6–12 months with a bond of about four weeks' rent. Never send money before inspecting or doing a live video tour.

Finding the right roommate near Victoria University is as important as finding the right room. Most international students share apartments to split rent and build community. Post what you need — budget, move-in date, lifestyle preferences — and let other students near Victoria University reach out. HomiesAbroad's in-app chat keeps your contact details private until you choose to share them.