Free Shared Apartment Cleaning Included
Yugo Adelaide City is one of the best student accommodations in Adelaide. It is located at 269 North Terrace in the Adelaide CBD, with the University of Adelaide campus right across the road. This student accommodation in Adelaide suits undergraduate, postgraduate, and international students who want accommodation close to class with bills included. Room types run from shared apartments to private studios.
About Yugo Adelaide City
Yugo Adelaide City is a modern student building on North Terrace, in the middle of the Adelaide CBD. It opened in 2022 and is home to students from all over the world, mostly studying in the University of Adelaide and UniSA. The University of Adelaide is a 2 to 3 minute walk, UniSA City East is about 3 minutes away, and Rundle Mall, the Art Gallery of South Australia and plenty of cafes are all close.
You can choose from shared apartments (4, 5 or 2 bedrooms), en-suite rooms, studios and a 1 bedroom apartment. Shared-apartment bedrooms are private and lockable, so you get your own space even when you share the kitchen and bathroom. Studios and the 1 bedroom apartment are fully self-contained. It suits first-year undergraduates, postgraduates and international students arriving from overseas, and it is a good option if you are searching for student housing in Adelaide close to campus.
Yugo Adelaide City Features & Amenities
Every room is furnished, and the rent covers your bills, so you can move in with a suitcase and settle in quickly. Here is what you get:
- Furnished rooms: bed, wardrobe, study desk and chair, and a window. Shared-apartment bedrooms have a king single bed and a lockable door. Studios and the 1 bedroom apartment have a double bed.
- High-speed Wi-Fi included in the rent.
- All-inclusive bills: electricity, gas, water, heating and air-conditioning, with air-con and heating you control yourself.
- Study areas: study rooms and a conference room you can book for group projects.
- Laundry: machines on site, with a small charge per wash.
- Security: key-fob access, CCTV and a 24-hour on-call resident team.
- Social spaces: a free gym, cinema room, TV lounge, games room (table football, pool table and table tennis), BBQ terrace and outdoor lounge.
- Shared kitchens and lounges: co-living kitchens and lounges on several floors, open 24/7 and bookable if you want a guaranteed slot.
- Extras: secure bike storage, parcel lockers, and free loan of vacuum cleaners, mops and irons from reception.
- Events: free monthly activities through Yugo's Live Your Best Life program, from city trips to cultural celebrations and fitness sessions.
- Free cleaning: selected shared apartments get fortnightly professional cleaning of the common areas. Check which room types qualify when you book.
Location & What's Nearby
Yugo Adelaide City sits on North Terrace, Adelaide's cultural boulevard. It is also located only a few minutes away from the University of Adelaide, thus placing you at the centre of everything. Here are all the nearby places from Yugo Adelaide City that will make your student life super easy, convenient and fun:
- Supermarkets: Woolworths, Coles, Romeo's Foodland and IGA
- Cafes and Restaurants: Exchange Coffee, Nano Cafe, Osteria Oggi, and restaurants along Gouger Street, Peel Street and Rundle Street
- Shopping Areas: Rundle Mall, Adelaide Central Market
- Parks: Adelaide Parklands
- Entertainment and Attractions: Art Gallery of South Australia, South Australian Museum, State Library of South Australia
Commute & Transport
Getting around Adelaide from Yugo Adelaide City is easy, with bus stops right outside the accommodation and tram stops nearby. Adelaide Railway Station is also located along North Terrace, giving you convenient access to other parts of the city. Plus, you can take the tram to popular destinations like Glenelg Beach!
Here are some of the nearby transport options:
- Nearest Bus Stops: Adelaide Metro bus stops along North Terrace, right outside the accommodation
- Nearest Tram Stops: Tram stops along North Terrace
- Nearest Train Station: Adelaide Railway Station
- Adelaide Airport: Approximately 15–20 minutes by car
Nearby Universities
Yugo Adelaide City student accommodation is located close to all major universities in the city. Here are the commute times to each university from here:
- University of Adelaide (North Terrace campus): 2 to 3 min walk
- UniSA City East: 3 min walk
- University of Adelaide College: 5 min walk
- Flinders University (city campus): about 10 to 12 min walk
- Torrens University and Carnegie Mellon University Australia: about 15 min walk
- UniSA City West: about 20 min walk
Other institutions close by include Federation University, Ironwood Institute, Salford College of Business and Hospitality, ILSC, Kaplan Business School and TAFE SA.
Why Choose Yugo Adelaide City?
Here are some of the reasons you should be choosing Yugo Adelaide City student accommodation:
- The closest you can live to the University of Adelaide. The campus is across the road, so there is no early commute, and you can pop home between classes.
- Bills are covered. Electricity, gas, water, heating, air-con and Wi-Fi are in your rent, so there is nothing to split or set up.
- Lots of rooms to choose from. Ten room types, from shared apartments to studios and a 1-bedroom apartment, so there is a fit for most budgets.
- Facilities of a newer building. Gym, cinema room, games room, study rooms and a BBQ terrace all under one roof.
- A big, sociable community. With 700+ residents and free monthly events, it is easy to meet people in your first few weeks.
- Extras when you book with Alphaway: up to AU100cashback,AU25 for you and a friend when you refer someone, up to 4 weeks' free rent on selected 2027 stays, airport pickup, a Student Essentials Kit and 2x cashback on group bookings.
It is good value if you want a central, well-equipped building close to uni. If you only care about the lowest possible rent and are happy to commute, you may find cheaper options further out.
Ideal For
Confused about Yugo Adelaide City student accommodation and if it is actually good for you? Here’s who it is perfect for:
- First-time international students. The shared apartments and free resident events make it easier to meet people early on.
- Students on a budget. The shared apartments are the cheapest way to live in the CBD, with a lockable bedroom of your own.
- Students who want privacy. A studio or 1 bedroom apartment gives you your own bathroom, kitchenette and living space.
- Social students. A big building with a gym, games room and regular events suits people who like having others around.
- Quiet learners and postgraduates. Studios, study rooms and the quieter hours make focus easy.
- Couples and friends. Studios and the 1-bedroom apartment have dual occupancy (ask us about the rent for a second person).
- Students who need accessible rooms. There are accessible studios (DDA) on selected floors, with an accessible entrance and lift access.
- Students under 18. These are accepted with some extra requirements, so tell us when you enquire.
Rent, Pricing & Inclusions
Rent depends on the room type, floor and contract length, and prices can change, so check the live price on the property page or ask us. Contract lengths are 16, 21 or 51 weeks, which covers roughly a semester through to a full year.
What is included: electricity, gas, water, heating, air-conditioning and high-speed Wi-Fi. What is not: laundry (pay per wash), parking (not available on site), and bedding, towels and kitchen equipment.
- Weekly Rent: From AU$389 per week (prices may vary depending on room type, tenancy duration and availability).
- Paying rent: fortnightly by direct debit (this needs an Australian debit card), or in full by credit or debit card through the student portal, including international cards.
Room Types Available
- 4 Bed Shared Apartment: Own lockable room, shared bathroom, compact kitchenette, access to co-living kitchens and lounges (about 46 m² apartment).
- 4 Bed Shared Apartment (Large): Biggest bedroom in the apartment, king single bed and study area (about 46 m² apartment).
- 2 Bed Shared Apartment: Own lockable room, shared en-suite, kitchenette with microwave, fridge and prep table (about 28 m² apartment).
- 5 Bed Shared Apartment: Split-level, private bedrooms, three shared bathrooms, kitchen with oven, microwave and dishwasher, lounge.
- 5 Bed En-suite: Your own en-suite and study area, shared kitchen, lounge and dining area (about 92 m² apartment).
- Single En-suite: Own en-suite, kitchenette, access to co-living lounges and kitchens (about 13.5 m²).
- Studio: Self-contained, double bed, en-suite, kitchenette with combi oven, dual occupancy.
- Studio DDA: Accessible, en-suite wet room, lower-level kitchen with dishwasher, dual occupancy (about 27 m²).
- Studio (Large): Roomier studio with a dining area, dual occupancy.
- 1 Bed Apartment: Separate lounge, private kitchen, extra storage and study space, dual occupancy.
A few things worth knowing:
- In the shared apartments, bathrooms and kitchens are shared with your flatmates, but the bigger co-living kitchens and lounges are open to you any time.
- Apartments are automatically split into single male or single female groups. If you would rather live with friends of mixed genders, tell us when you book.
- Rooms are on the compact side. If space matters most, look at the Studio (Large) or 1 Bed Apartment.
- Ask us for the floor plan of your exact room before you book.
Top Attractions Nearby
- Art Gallery of South Australia and the South Australian Museum: free to visit and a 2 minute walk away.
- Adelaide Botanic Garden: a short stroll for a break from study.
- River Torrens and the Parklands: good for runs, picnics and cycling.
- Rundle Mall: shopping, cafes and cinemas.
- Adelaide Central Market: fresh food and cheap lunches.
- Gouger Street, Peel Street and Rundle Street: restaurants, laneway bars and pubs. The Austral and The Elephant on Rundle Street are popular for a night out.
- Adelaide Zoo: close to the city centre.
- The Fringe and Adelaide Festival: these take over the city every February and March, which is also when Semester 1 starts.
Safety & Security
- Key-fob access to the building and to your apartment.
- CCTV across the building.
- A 24-hour on-call resident team. The front desk is open Monday to Friday 8am to 8pm and weekends 9am to 5pm.
- Lockable bedrooms.
- Regular fire alarm tests and fire safety inspections.
House rules that help keep the building comfortable: no smoking or vaping anywhere in the building, including the terraces, and no pets. Overnight guests are not allowed in shared apartments (in studios, a guest can stay a night or two). Day visitors are welcome, but you are responsible for them.
What Early Residents Say
Reviews on public platforms are mostly positive, with ratings of around 4.6 out of 5. Residents often mention how close it is to uni, the clean common areas, the modern facilities, the friendly and patient front desk team and the sense of security. Some also say rooms are small, Wi-Fi speeds can be patchy, sound insulation is average and it can feel pricey on a student budget. We would rather you know that before you book.
