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Family on sabbatical looking for a home in Melbourne!
Tenant Looking for a Home in Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Monthly Budget:
Minimum USD $1800
|
Maximum USD $4000
Looking for an Entire Home
|
Willing to Housesit
Tenant Timing:
From August 15, 2026 until December 31, 2026
Description
We are a family of five looking forward to an exciting semester in Melbourne. Our family consists of two parents, both academics at the University of Akureyri in Iceland, and three sons (ages six, eight, and twelve). One of us will be spending the semester as a Visiting Scholar at Trinity College (University of Melbourne). We are looking for housing in Melbourne, ideally within 30 minutes of the University of Melbourne campus. We are happy to fulfill any house-sitting tasks you may have and are flexible on our arrival and departure dates!
Tenant Timing
From August 15, 2026 until December 31, 2026
Estimated Duration
4 Months | My dates are flexible
Desired Location
Melbourne, VIC, Australia
Closest University
The University of Melbourne
Comments: We have a preference for housing that is within 30 minutes of the University of Melbourne.
Explore the Area
Surroundings
- Walk to Campus
- Bike to Campus
- Urban
- Near Neighborhood School
- Near Shops
- Near Public Transportation
Tenant Budget and Terms
Minimum USD $1800 - Maximum USD $4000 Monthly
I am fine with utilities included or not included
I am fine with or without a cleaning service
Considerations
I prefer smoking not allowed in the home
House Sitting
I am willing to housesit
Yes, I can help with pets
We have significant experience with dogs, cats, and fish. We are happy to discuss our experience in further detail.
Yes, I can help with mail and deliveries
We would be happy to manage mail and deliveries.
Yes, I can help with plants or garden
We are active gardeners and have experience caring for a variety of houseplants.
Features
Interior
Furnished
Connectivity
Wi-Fi
Appliances
Oven
Stove
Refrigerator
Dishwasher
Tenant Details
Who's Coming?
Party of
5
2
Adults |
3
Children
Member Background
About Me
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Listing Owner
Member Since 2026
Comments: Our sabbatical will be between mid-August and late-December. We are flexible on both the arrival and departure date.