Overview of the property
Located at Notting Hill VIC 3168, this Rooming Houses property at 1/9 Risdon Drive offers shared living accommodation with a mix of room types. Weekly rents range from AUD 350 to AUD 370 — indicative, confirm with the operator. The property operates on a minimum lease of 29 weeks, making it suitable for a single academic semester or longer stays.
The unit types available are non‑ensuite rooms and apartments. Tags on the listing include bills included, laundry facility, and a note that the property is currently not available. No specific availability date is provided, so any booking decision requires direct confirmation with the operator.
Who this residence suits
This property is best suited to students or workers who want a mid‑range weekly budget in Melbourne’s south‑eastern suburbs. At AUD 350–370 per week, it sits above the city’s cheapest weekly rate of AUD 219 (indicative) but remains below many purpose‑built student accommodations in the inner city.
Because the minimum lease is 29 weeks, it works well for someone who needs a stable base for a full semester (roughly six months) rather than short‑term stays. The inclusion of bills in the rent (as per the listing tag) simplifies budgeting — tenants do not need to arrange separate gas, electricity, or water accounts.
A positive review from a former resident at a related property (Roomingkos Dudley Street) highlights that the price is “reasonable, considering the location is very strategic and the room is ensuite.” While that comment refers to a different address under the same operator, it suggests that for some locations the value is acceptable. For this Notting Hill property, a similar economy of scale might apply.
Who should look elsewhere
Negative reviews on Google raise significant concerns about the management company behind this listing. One reviewer, Yanyu Lau, describes a “very terrible experience” including an incorrect password on arrival and a vehicle “picked up … after three or four hours.” Another, Jake Berrns, calls it a “deeply disappointing and misleading experience” and warns about advertising accuracy. These complaints suggest the operator’s service may be inconsistent, potentially affecting check‑in procedures and communication.
Price‑sensitive renters on a very tight budget may find the AUD 350–370 range too high compared to the city’s lower‑priced options starting at AUD 219 per week. Similarly, anyone needing a private ensuite bathroom should note that non‑ensuite rooms are available; only the apartment type might offer full privacy, and that is not guaranteed in a rooming‑house setup.
What residents actually say
Three Google reviews are listed for this property (or for properties under the same operator — the texts refer to “RoomingKos” generally). Below are exact excerpts.
Yanyu Lau (rating 1/5):
“Overall I have had a very terrible experience with this company I would list down everything I have experienced and I just want other people to know what it is actually like renting from rooming Kos First day, the password they gave was incorrect, they picked up my car after three or four hours, and asked me if it was ”
Tri Kurnia Revul Andina (rating 5/5):
“I have great experiences living here (Roomingkos Dudley Street). Firstly, the renting price is reasonable, considering the location is very strategic and the room is ensuite! With AC and heater. Secondly, the kitchen is communal but it is always clean, the stoves are many, and everyone gets fridges. Then, every level h”
Jake Berrns (rating 1/5):
“Deeply Disappointing and Misleading Experience My experience with RoomingKos has been nothing short of frustrating and disappointing. I feel compelled to warn others so they can make a fully informed decision before committing their time, money, and peace of mind here. First and foremost, the advertising is incredibly ”
The split between positive and negative feedback indicates that experiences vary strongly. The positive review mentions a different street (Dudley Street), so the quality of the Notting Hill property could differ. Prospective tenants should ask the operator for specific references or a current inspection.
Price positioning in the Melbourne market
According to the available data, Melbourne has 137 student‑housing properties on the platform, with a citywide from‑price of AUD 219 per week (indicative). This Notting Hill property, at AUD 350–370 per week, is roughly 60–70% higher than the cheapest option in the city. However, those low‑priced rooms are often in shared apartments further from major universities or with limited facilities.
The weekly rent here includes bills (electricity, gas, water, internet likely covered — confirm with the operator), which typically adds AUD 30–60 per week of value compared to an unfurnished room where tenants pay separately. So the effective net rent is closer to AUD 290–340 if utilities are factored separately.
Compared to other rooming houses in the outer suburbs of Melbourne (e.g., Clayton, Notting Hill, Mt Waverley), this price band is mid‑market. Notting Hill is close to Monash University’s Clayton campus, though that institution is not listed in the data (RMIT University is referenced for the city generally). For RMIT students, the commute would be roughly 30–40 minutes by public transport, while for Monash students it is a short bus or tram ride.
Room types and lease terms
The listing offers two unit types:
- Non‑ensuite rooms – shared bathroom facilities, lower rent end (~AUD 350)
- Apartments – likely self‑contained units with a private bathroom and kitchen, higher end (~AUD 370)
The minimum lease is 29 weeks. No maximum lease is stated, but longer stays are possible if the operator allows extensions. Deposit information is not provided — confirm directly.
Given the non‑ensuite option, tenants should expect communal bathrooms and possibly a shared kitchen. The positive review from Tri Kurnia Revul Andina mentions “communal kitchen … always clean” and “everyone gets fridges,” suggesting that shared facilities are maintained well at some properties under the same operator.
Booking timing and availability
The listing is tagged “not_available” with no available_from date. This could mean there are currently no vacant rooms, or the operator has temporarily paused bookings. In either case, you should not assume you can book immediately.
If the property becomes available again, the best time to book for a semester starting in February or July 2026 is at least 8–12 weeks in advance, given the popularity of the Notting Hill area among students. For a 2027 intake, aim for the same lead time.
Given the mixed reviews, a short first lease (the minimum 29 weeks) is advisable to test the property before committing to a longer term. Always read the tenancy agreement carefully and inspect the room or request a video tour.
Is this property close to RMIT University?
RMIT’s main campus is in the Melbourne CBD, about 18 km north‑west of Notting Hill. Public transport (bus to a train station, then a train to Flinders Street or Melbourne Central) takes roughly 45–55 minutes. Notting Hill is closer to Monash University’s Clayton campus, which is about 3 km away. For daily commutes to RMIT, consider travel time carefully.
Can I get an ensuite for this price?
The listing includes both non‑ensuite rooms and apartments. Apartments usually have a private bathroom, so the higher end of the price range (AUD 370) may include an ensuite. But the description does not guarantee that all apartments are ensuited. You must ask the operator: “Does the AUD 370 rate give me a private bathroom?” If an ensuite is not essential, the non‑ensuite option costs less.
Are bills included?
Yes — the property tags include “bills_included.” This typically covers gas, electricity, water, and internet. However, you should confirm the exact inclusions with the operator before signing. Some rooming houses cap electricity or heating usage, so ask whether there are any limits.
Sources & data date: 2026-07
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