All our properties enforce a strict no-smoking policy, which also means no candles or incense are allowed to avoid any fines.

Our properties come fully set up for self-catering, with markets, supermarkets, cafes, and restaurants just around the corner. When you check in, we’ll walk you through the kitchen amenities you can use.

Some properties have on-site parking for an extra fee. Just mention if you’re interested when you submit your application!

Yes, all our properties are just a short walk from shopping centres, markets, convenience stores, cafes, and restaurants. For more details about the local area, check the "Our Locations" menu.

Yes. Our properties are ideally located with convenient access to bus, taxi, train, and tram services. For detailed public transport information, you can visit ptv.vic.gov.au/journey or reach out to other tenants for further advice.

We offer single, double, and twin occupancy rooms. To view the available room types and prices, please check the "Our Locations" menu for the property you're interested in.

Majority of our properties are conveniently located near a large university. For more information, visit the "Our Locations" menu and select your property to access information on nearby schools, their distances, and recommended public transport options.

Absolutely! If you're after a spot in inner Melbourne that won’t break the bank, you're in the right place.

Lease start dates align with your intended move-in date and may vary depending on the property and lease type. For specific details, please refer to the "Our Locations" menu for each property.

Your "projected move-in date" is the date you plan to arrive at the property. If this changes, please update us via our online enquiry form or by responding to our emails.

A lease is a formal, legally binding agreement that outlines the terms and conditions under which a tenant is permitted to occupy a rental property.

Yes, to live at Birch Ridge Group, you’ll need to sign a lease. This provides legal protection and clarity for both you and the landlord, helping to avoid any misunderstandings during your stay.

In Victoria, a lease is formally known as a residential tenancy agreement. We use the standard residential tenancy agreement provided by Consumer Affairs Victoria, the relevant government authority.

A template version of this agreement can be accessed through the following link:

https://www.consumer.vic.gov.au/library/forms/housing-and-accommodation/renting/form-1-residential-tenancy-agreement.docx

Yes, a deposit equivalent to one month's rent is required upon approval of your application.

The deposit is strictly non-refundable, regardless of whether the room reservation is cancelled or the tenant fails to check in.

You’ll need to pay a bond equal to one month’s rent before moving in. Once you’ve returned the keys, cleared any dues, and your room passes inspection, the bond will be refunded through the RTBA.