Kew East

Melbourne - Inner East

Home type
House
Home size
4+ bedrooms
Parking
Covered off-street

Private - one bed

Rent amount
Singles$350 per week (incl. bills)
Couples$450 per week (incl. bills)
Date available
21 Oct 2026 for 3 months plus
Bedroom size
Large bedroom (queen bed size)
Furniture
With a bed
Features
  • Shared bathroom
  • Built-in wardrobe
  • Double glazed windows
  • Desk available
  • Use of separate room
  • Good view or outlook
Security bond
1 month
Details
This elegantly furnished Garden Suite features a privacy door lock with keys that makes for a home-within-a-home. Highlights include a:

• New Classic Queen Bed with a Gas Lift Offering Vast Underbed Storage
• New Ultra-Comfy 36cm Euro-Top Plush Mattress
• New 2000 Thread Count Egyptian Cotton Sheets, Bedding & Towels
• Private Lounge
• Work-From-Home Study
• Spacious Built-In Wardrobe & Dresser
• Underfloor Heating & Blockout Blinds

Home Description

Description of the home

Built at the turn of the century, Derby Hall stands among Melbourne’s most desirable coliving properties.

A mere 8 kilometers east of the Melbourne CBD, Kew East offers a relaxed lifestyle while maintaining proximity to the city's vibrancy. It's an attractive blue-chip pocket for those desiring the best of both worlds – the tranquillity of a life surrounded by nature, coupled with the convenience of urban living.

Hays Paddock nearby is a local treasure, with expansive green fields, walking & cycling trails, & peaceful picnic spots, perfect for weekends & leisurely afternoons. Some of the highlights of this rare sanctuary include:

• A North-Facing Tranquil Courtyard Offering Tree-Lined Vistas
• Extensive Landscaped Gardens
• 3M High Ceilings with Paddington Cornicing
• Original Tasmanian Oak Flooring
• A Well-Appointed Open Plan Chef's Kitchen
• A 75-Inch 4K Ultra HD QLED Home Theatre
• Netflix Premium, Prime Video, Kayo Sports, Disney+, Paramount+, AppleTV+, Hulu & ESPN Subscriptions Included for Use in the Home Theatre & on Personal Devices
• 4-Burner BBQ with Cast Iron Hotplates, Grills & a Side Burner
• Brand New Fridges, Dishwasher, Airfryer & Other Appliances
• Laundry Room with a Brand New Washer, Dryer & Garment Steamer

Tram 48 to Richmond & the City is a wonderfully convenient 8-minute stroll away, as is the vibrant Kew Junction for your weekend brunch or daily essentials. Swinburne University is 10 minutes away & Melbourne CBD is a short 18-minute drive or tram ride away.

Home features

  • Air-conditioning
  • Living area heating
  • Cable or satellite TV
  • Broadband Internet
  • Dishwasher
  • Clothes washer
  • Clothes dryer
  • Study or office
  • Storage room
  • Balcony, patio or deck
  • Courtyard, garden or yard
  • BBQ facilities
  • Neighbourhood views
  • Electronic security

Bills and expenses

The $350/wk rent is all-inclusive & includes:

• Fortnightly Housekeeping, Gardening & Optional In-Room Cleaning
• All Utilities including Electricity, Gas & Water
• Super Fast 1000 Mbps Unlimited 5G Wi-Fi
• Netflix Premium, Prime Video, Kayo Sports, Disney+, Paramount+, AppleTV+, Hulu & ESPN Subscriptions Included for Use in the Home Theatre & on Personal Devices
• Off-Street Car Parking plus an On-Street Parking Permit
• Kitchen Essentials such as Brita Filtered Water, Tea, Coffee, Cooking Oil, Sea Salt & Cracked Pepper, Paper Towels, Dishwashing Tablets, Alufoil & Clingwrap
• Bathroom Essentials such as Toilet Paper & Hand Wash
• Laundry Essentials such as Detergent & Fabric Softener

Occupants Description

Age group
  • 18 to 24
  • 25 to 30
  • 31 to 35
  • 36 to 40
  • 41+
Gender
  • Man
  • Woman
Sexuality
Straight
Smoking at home
Non-smoker
Pets
No cat or dog
Main interests
  • Animals and pets
  • Art and culture
  • Bars, pubs or clubs
  • Business
  • Cars or motorbikes
  • Community work
  • Computers or Internet
  • Cooking and food
  • Creative interests
  • Current affairs
  • Fashion
  • Health and fitness
  • Movies
  • Music
  • Natural therapies
  • Personal development
  • Reading
  • Shopping
  • Socialising
  • Spirituality
  • Sports
  • Television
  • Travel
  • Video games
  • Writing
About occupants
The housemates at Derby Hall are a relaxed & welcoming mix of friendly professionals & students from Australia & around the world. Everyone is independent & respectful, but always happy to share a chat over dinner, a coffee or even a weekend adventure.

Theo is an environmental consultant from Melbourne, focused on urban sustainability projects. Amira is an architect from Egypt. She chose Kew because of its beautiful tree-lined streets & historic homes. Santiago is a music teacher who gives guitar lessons & performs with local jazz groups.

Alexis is a British-Singaporean student who works as part-time as a graphic designer for a creative agency in Richmond. Luca was born & raised in Italy & works as a pastry chef at a popular Melbourne café. Maya is a machine learning researcher who works remotely for a technology company.

Whether you're new to Australia, new to Melbourne, or just new to the neighbourhood, Melbourne Coliving accommodates discerning individuals who value coming home to a sense of community, quality & convenience.
Compatible people
The ideal flatmate is someone who is full of positive energy, easy-going, absolutely loves living here, is tidy, good-natured, respectful of everyone's space, & enjoys the benefits of sharing a large home. If you believe that's you, feel free to reach out to schedule an in-person or WhatsApp video viewing. We offer same-day approvals to successful applicants.
Description of pets
No information

Flatmate Preferences

Age group
18+
Gender
  • Man
  • Woman
Sexuality
Straight
Smoking at home
Non-smokers
Pets
Prefer no pets