Who This Residence Suits (and Who It Doesn’t)
Scape Broadway X is a purpose‑built student property located in Ultimo, a suburb within walking distance of several Sydney university campuses. The building offers non‑ensuite shared apartments and studios, with a rooftop terrace and an open‑air gym among its listed amenities. Weekly rents range from 419 to 649 AUD (indicative — confirm with the operator), placing it above Sydney’s overall student‑housing starting price of 175 AUD per week.
The residence suits students who prioritise a strong social environment and a central location near the city centre. Rating dimensions from verified residents show a social score of 5.0/5.0, a location score of 5.0/5.0, and a community score of 5.0/5.0. If making friends and being close to transport, shops, and campus are your main criteria, this building delivers well. The studio option also works for those who prefer complete privacy, though it comes at the upper end of the price band.
However, Scape Broadway X is not suited to residents who expect a high standard of cleanliness and property maintenance without needing to escalate issues. The property’s overall rating is 3.9 out of 5 based on 81 Google reviews, and some individual scores are notably low: condition 3.5/5.0, cleaning 3.5/5.0, room experience 3.5/5.0, and property maintenance 3.5/5.0. Unless you are prepared to contact reception promptly about maintenance problems, you may find certain rooms or common areas disappointing. The shared non‑ensuite apartments, in particular, have received critical feedback regarding pests and overall cleanliness.
The property also does not suit budget‑conscious students. At a minimum of 419 AUD per week, it is more than double Sydney’s lowest available weekly rent. If you are on a tight budget, you will find cheaper shared housing or older purpose‑built residences elsewhere in the city.
What Residents Actually Say
Resident feedback on Scape Broadway X is polarised. Positive reviews emphasise the staff and social atmosphere, while negative reviews highlight serious pest and maintenance issues during certain stays. Below are verbatim excerpts from three Google reviews.
Grace Rainbow (4/5)
“I stayed here around 11 months in a 4 share apartment, and while it is not the fanciest place, the friendly and understanding reception staff made my living here much more enjoyable. When I had any issues they were always addressed almost immediately and I always felt very welcomed and seen especially by Claudio, Supra”
This review points to responsive management as a key strength — a factor reflected in the staff rating of 3.8/5.0 and management rating of 3.5/5.0, which are above the condition and cleaning scores. It suggests that if you are willing to report issues, the team generally acts quickly.
Jasmeen Kaur Chhabra (1/5)
“I lived in a 9 sharing apartment at Scape Broadway and it was a nightmare. I had to deal with pests and really unstable conditions on a daily basis. It ruined most of my university life experience i wanted to have this year. The windows were sealed, the AC did not work, and there were cockroaches in my room even after ”
This account describes a 9‑person shared apartment with pests and non‑functional air conditioning. The “windows were sealed” comment suggests some rooms may have limited ventilation. Although the property’s food rating is 3.5/5.0 and accuracy rating is 3.5/5.0, a single poor experience in a high‑occupancy apartment can drastically affect satisfaction.
Dan E (1/5)
“The room has multiple holes and discolouration on the wall The carpet looks like it hasn’t felt the touch of a broom or a vacuum in ages and don’t get me started or the 9th floor it’s full of bugs roaming freely but on the bright side there’s a ps5 but oh all the controllers are broken and aren’t functioning so have fu”
This review again mentions the 9th floor and bugs, and adds a note about damaged common‑area equipment. It reinforces the pattern that shared apartments, especially larger ones, have inconsistent upkeep. The mention of a PlayStation 5 as a positive is neutralised by broken controllers, which matches the amenities rating of 3.8/5.0 — not terrible, but not outstanding.
Overall, the picture is mixed. Residents who live in smaller share apartments or studios and communicate with staff tend to have a better time. Those in crowded non‑ensuite flats on certain floors may face real frustrations.
Price Positioning vs Sydney’s From‑Price
Sydney’s lowest advertised weekly rent across the 141 student properties in this dataset is 175 AUD (indicative — confirm with the operator). Scape Broadway X starts at 419 AUD per week — roughly 2.4 times that baseline — which places it in the mid‑to‑upper tier for student accommodation in the city.
The 419 AUD figure applies to the cheapest non‑ensuite rooms in shared apartments. Studios range up to 649 AUD per week. Considering that the city’s from‑price represents older, more basic housing (often in outer suburbs or with longer commute times), Scape Broadway X charges a premium for its central Ultimo location, its on‑site gym, and its rooftop terrace.
The value for money rating sits at 3.8/5.0 — decent but not excellent. Given the mixed reviews on room condition, the price feels reasonable only if you value the social environment and location highly. If you find a similar location with comparable amenities but a lower rent elsewhere, that would likely offer better value.
Room‑Type Guidance
Two room categories are available:
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Non‑ensuite (shared apartment): You get a private bedroom but share bathroom, kitchen, and living space with other students. Sizes vary from 4‑share to 9‑share apartments. Based on reviews, smaller shares (e.g. 4‑person) are less likely to have the pest and maintenance complaints seen in 9‑person flats. Weekly prices start at 419 AUD and go up depending on apartment size and floor.
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Studio: A self‑contained unit with private kitchen and bathroom. Studios cost between roughly 550 and 649 AUD per week (indicative). They eliminate the risk of messy flatmates and give you full control over cleanliness. The trade‑off is a higher rent and less social interaction in your immediate living space — though the building’s communal events and rooftop terrace still provide opportunities to meet people.
If you are considering a non‑ensuite, aim for a 4‑share or smaller. Avoid the largest configurations unless you are comfortable with potential issues — or prepared to be assertive with reception.
Booking Timing
The earliest confirmed move‑in date is 9 July 2026. For a July 2026 intake (typical for the Australian academic year’s second semester), you should begin inquiring about availability from early 2026.
Properties in central Sydney with high social and location scores tend to fill up for the February and July intakes. Studios are often the first to go because they suit students who want privacy. If you are set on a studio, start contacting the operator by March or April 2026 at the latest. For non‑ensuite rooms, you have slightly more flexibility, but by June 2026 the best‑value rooms (smaller apartments, lower floors with natural light) are usually taken.
Because this residence has a minimum lease of 12 weeks (indicative), it accommodates semester‑length stays as well as full academic years. Confirm your exact dates with the operator before booking.
What is the deposit policy for Scape Broadway X?
The available data does not list a specific deposit amount. Deposits in Australian purpose‑built student housing typically range from one to four weeks’ rent. You must confirm the exact deposit with the operator directly.
How reliable is the internet?
Internet received a resident rating of 5.0/5.0 — one of the highest scores across all categories. Multiple reviews do not mention internet problems, so you can expect a stable connection suitable for streaming and online classes.
Are there any common areas besides the rooftop terrace?
The property lists a rooftop terrace and an open‑air gym as tagged amenities, plus a laundry facility. Google reviews also refer to a common room with a PlayStation (though controllers have been reported as broken). The indoor spaces rating of 3.8/5.0 suggests the common areas are adequate but not luxurious.
Sources & data date: 2026‑07
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