Location Overview
This property is located at 510 Cleveland Street in Surry Hills, a neighbourhood approximately 2 kilometres south-east of the Sydney central business district. Surry Hills is known for its mix of residential streets, independent cafes, restaurants, and retail. The area is walkable to several parts of the inner city and has regular public transport connections to other suburbs.
Nearby universities include the University of New South Wales (Kensington campus, about 3.5 km south-east) and Western Sydney University (multiple campuses; the Parramatta campus is roughly 25 km west by road).
Who This Residence Suits / Does Not Suit
Suits: Students or young professionals who are comfortable in a large shared living environment. The property operates as a 17-bedroom apartment, which means a high number of housemates and communal spaces. It may suit people who prioritise lower per-person costs over privacy, and who do not require frequent interaction with a property manager or on-site staff. The inclusion of unlimited WiFi, washing machine, and clothes dryer suggests it can suit someone who values in-unit laundry and reliable internet.
Does not suit: People who expect a responsive management team or a traditional landlord–tenant relationship. Two of the three available reviews describe cancelled bookings and difficulty contacting the operator. Those who need certainty around check-in dates, direct phone support, or a well-maintained front entrance may find the property frustrating. The property also may not suit anyone who prefers a small number of housemates, as 17 bedrooms means shared kitchens, bathrooms, and living areas with many people.
What Residents Actually Say
The property has received a Google rating of 3.4 out of 5 from five reviews. Below are the three reviews provided in the data, quoted verbatim.
Jason (5 stars): “clean, bright and fresh!!!! The room that I stayed in was the single and I also managed to grab a sticky beak into the others. Each room was clean, fresh and modern. The TV has Netflix for those boring nights and the FREE wifi is super fast. The kitchen is new with a dishwasher so no cleaning those bad plates and the k”
Blake Wiseman (1 star): “I would put a 0/5 star if possible. This is not a functioning accommodation. Tried to stay here, booked and paid for a number of nights. Unable to contact the accommodation, the online-booking buisness was unable to contact the manager. On arriving, the place looked decommissioned, no sign, metal bar and cardboard in w”
Mario Forster (1 star): “Cancelled my booking as I was about to check in, based on ‘flood damage’. It has not rained in sydney in 2 weeks so why had there been no communication on this at all for this whole time? I had to waste more time and cost travelling to a real hotel because of all this. Additionally there is no direct phone line to the ”
These reviews highlight two opposing experiences. Jason found the room and common areas clean, modern, and well-equipped. The other two reviewers describe serious issues with communication, booking cancellations, and the physical state of the building on arrival. The number of reviews is small, and the negative experiences are notable. A prospective resident should weigh these accounts and consider contacting the operator directly before committing.
Price Positioning vs City Benchmark
The city of Sydney has a reported from-price of AUD 175 per week across properties listed on this platform (indicative — confirm with the operator). The property at 510 Cleveland has a price range of AUD 230 to AUD 720 per week, depending on the room type and unit configuration.
The starting price of AUD 230 is approximately AUD 55 above the city from-price benchmark. This positions the property in the mid-range for Sydney shared accommodation, not the cheapest option available in the city. The upper end of AUD 720 likely reflects larger or private units such as studios or independent houses within the same building or complex.
For context, Sydney has 141 properties listed on this platform, which means there is a wide range of price points and locations to compare. A budget-minded student may find cheaper shared rooms in suburbs further from the city centre or in purpose-built student accommodation with different management structures.
Room-Type Guidance
The property offers four unit types: non-ensuite, ensuite, studio, and independent house.
- Non-ensuite (shared bathroom): The most cost-effective option. Likely the rooms that start around AUD 230 per week. Suitable if you are comfortable sharing a bathroom with other residents.
- Ensuite: A private bathroom attached to the bedroom. Likely falls in the mid-range of the price band. Good for those who want more privacy without renting an entire apartment.
- Studio: A self-contained unit with kitchen and bathroom. Usually the most expensive option. Suitable for someone who prefers not to share a kitchen or bathroom with housemates.
- Independent house: A separate dwelling, possibly a small house or granny flat on the same property. Pricing at the higher end of the scale.
All options include washing machine, clothes dryer, and unlimited WiFi as listed tags. The minimum lease is 13 weeks, which is typical for a single academic semester in Australia.
Booking Timing
The property is available from 20 July 2026. This date aligns with the Australian academic year, as many universities have second-semester or trimester start dates in July or August. If you are aiming for a February 2027 move-in, this property may not be listed for that period yet. Check with the operator about future availability.
The 13-week minimum lease means you can book for a single semester (approximately 13–16 weeks) without committing to a full year. This is helpful for exchange students or those who are unsure about their long-term plans. However, if you need accommodation for February 2027, you will likely need to look for properties that list availability from that date.
Given the negative reviews about last-minute cancellations, it would be prudent to confirm your booking in writing and obtain a direct contact number before arriving.
FAQ
How many people share the apartment?
The property is described as a 17-bedroom apartment. This means up to 17 individual bedrooms, each occupied by one resident. Common areas such as kitchen, living room, and bathrooms (in non-ensuite rooms) are shared among all residents. The number of bathrooms is not specified in the data, so you should confirm this with the operator.
Is the price negotiable or are there additional fees?
The listed price range is AUD 230 to AUD 720 per week, indicative — confirm with the operator. No deposit amount is provided in the data. You should ask about any additional costs such as utility bills, cleaning fees, or security deposits before signing a lease. The tags mention unlimited WiFi, which suggests internet is included in the rent.
Can I book for February 2027?
The current available-from date is 20 July 2026. There is no information about availability for February 2027. If you need accommodation for the first semester of 2027, you should contact the operator directly or check the listing again closer to that date. Properties in Sydney often release their next-semester inventory a few months in advance.
Sources & Data Date
This article is based on data retrieved from the platform on July 2026. Prices, availability, and review scores may change after that date. The property listing is sourced from Amber (platform identifier: amber-937362). All prices are stated in Australian dollars (AUD) and are indicative — confirm with the operator.
For current availability and to verify the information above, you can check the listing page directly and use the on-site assistant to see if rooms are still open.
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