The Archive is a luxury apartment in Melbourne, where timeless architecture meets modern living in the heart of Southbank. Living in Archive, you'll experience spacious layout, hotel-style services, and stylish amenities thoughtfully designed for health, work, and socialisation. Located at 205 Normanby Road, The Archive Melbourne places you only 2km from the vibrant CBD and within arm's reach to surrounding dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Moreover, from South Melbourne Market and Crown Entertainment Complex to riverside trails and public transport, this UniLodge apartment let you fully enjoy the prosperity of the region. For students staying in The Archive housing, you are 3-min walk to SAE University College Melbourne, 17-minute bus ride to Deakin University Dockland Campus, and 11-minute cycling to the University of Melbourne Southbank Campus, and 14-minute car drive to RMIT University Melbourne City Campus. In addition, it is also a pet-friendly apartment.

Features:

The Archive Melbourne offers studios, 1-bedroom apartments, 1-bedroom + MPR, and 2-bedroom apartments, both furnished and unfurnished available. Accommodation ranges from 36m² - 88m² — with studio at 36-49 m², 1B at 49-61 m², 1B plus at 61-62 m², and 2B at 88 m². Each unit features elegant interior finishes, generous natural light, and the smart layouts designed for comfort and flexibility. For the furnished rooms in UniLodge The Archive student accommodation, there is a comfy double bed and a wardrobe in the bedroom. The kitchenette is equipped with a microwave, a refrigerator, an electric cooktop, and cabinet. The bathroom is also clean and tidy, containing a shower room, a toilet, a washbasin, and the mirror. In the living room area, you can relax on the sofa, have a tea on the tea table, and enjoy the bright sunshine through the large window. Upscale communal amenities & shared spaces are also waiting for you to explore. Relax in the rooftop sky lounge and deck with panoramic views, or gather with friends at cinema room, games lounge, private dining rooms and BBQ areas. There are also wellness spaces with gym, sauna, and cold plunge. If you are planning to have a meeting or prepare for exams, co-working spaces and podcast studios are ready for you to enter in. The Archive also boasts a friendly community atmosphere, with plenty of events planned for you via the custom resident app. 

Location and What's Hot?

UniLodge The Archive is situated at 205 Normanby Road, South Melbourne, Victoria 3006, just 12-minute car driving to the Melbourne CBD and surrounded by many university campuses. Furthermore, Archive apartment provides a wealth of restaurants, cafes, bars, shops, supermarkets, and recreation options for its residents. Go to the Meatworksco with friends to have a drink and the grill. Get a morning coffee at Brown Boys Cafe to wake up your day within 10-mintue walk. If you plan to buy the daily necessaries, go to the supermarkets and grocery stores, like Woolworths South Melbourne, Coles Local South Melbourne - Normanby Road, and ALDI, all within walking distance. The South Melbourne Market is a great place to purchase fresh ingredients, and the Crown Entertainment Complex is an entertainment and leisure centre. Melbourne Arts Precinct and National Gallery of Victoria are also the nice choices to enjoy happy leisure time, accessible around 30-minute bus ride. There are also walking and cycling paths along the Yarra River, giving you more chances to exercise and enjoy the urban greenery.

Transport:

With the prime location, The Archive South Melbourne is also served by abundant public transportation system. The closest bus top is Montague St/Normanby Rd, just 3-minute walking away. For tram stations, Montague St/Light Rail is 4-minute walking distance and Southbank Tram Depot/Light Rail is reachable within 6-minute walk. If you plan to take a train for journey, you need to take a 10-minute bus ride to Southern Cross Train Station. To get to the surrounding universities and colleges, here are commuting ways:

• SAE University College Melbourne: 3-minute walking.
• Deakin University Dockland Campus: 17-minute bus ride on Route 235 from Montague St/Normanby Rd bus stop.
• University of Melbourne Southbank Campus: 11-minute cycling.
• RMIT University Melbourne City Campus: 14-minute driving.
• University of Melbourne Parkville Campus: 32-minute tram ride from Montague St/Light Rail #126 tram station to Elizabeth St/Collins St, and interchange at Collins St/Elizabeth St #2 to take off at Royal Melbourne Hospital-Parkville Station/Royal Pde station.

Security & Services:

The Archive apartment is also equipped with ample security measures and attentive services to create a safe and sound living environment for residents. Details are listed as follows:

• 24-hour CCTV Surveillance.
• Video Intercommunication.
• Elevator Access System.
• Controlled Access System.
• Fire System.
• 24-hour Reception Services.
• Pest Control Services.
• Delivery Alert System.
• Package Room.
• Rental Car.
• Social Events Held by Community.

Why is The Archive accommodation a good choice for students?

UniLodge The Archive housing is a great choice for students due to its prime location, upscale facilities and amenities, as well as the safe living environment with high-level security & attentive services.

• Prime Location: Walking distance or short driving to the surrounding educational institutions and Melbourne CBD.
• Upscale Facilities & Amenities: Modern interior facilities, and ample communal amenities, like rooftop sky lounge, cinema, sauna, cold plunge, and on-site gym.
• Safe Living Environment, High-level Security & Attentive Services: The Archive Melbourne places great emphasis on the safety of residence, offering 24-hour CCTV, controlled access system, round-the-clock reception services, and more.