Modern student residence
in vibrant neighbourhood

Iglu Chatswood is a modern international student residence, located 30 minutes commute time to ELC. We offer three 5-bedroom apartments reserved exclusively for ELC students. Inside each apartment, the 5 students each have their own ensuite single room, share a kitchen and lounge area and enjoy access to all residence facilities.

Ideal for students who

  • Want to experience life in a student residence and a shared apartment
  • Want higher standards and access to modern facilities
  • Want to enjoy top quality ensuite single rooms and are happy to be just outside the city centre
  • Want to have an inter-cultural experience with students from all over the world

Iglu Chatswood
Modern, Comfortable & Convenient Living

Located in the vibrant Chatswood neighbourhood, the Iglu Chatswood Residence offers modern apartments designed for international students. With secure access, excellent facilities, and fully furnished living spaces, students enjoy a comfortable and well-connected lifestyle.
Below are key details about the residence, ELC apartments, and ensuite single bedrooms.

Residence features

Iglu Chatswood is a modern residence, purposely built to welcome both international and Australian students. It offers world-class facilities and many social areas for students to mingle. Residence features for all to share include:

Secure swipe card access

Intercom and CCTV

Reception open from 9.00am to 7.00pm

Security staff are onsite 24/7

Modern building with free wifi

Landscaped courtyard with BBQ

Study Room

Large student lounge

Cinema room

Tennis table

Gym

Modern laundry

Secure bike storage

Vending machines

Close to public transport

The ELC apartment features

The two ELC apartments each feature 5 large ensuite single bedrooms and a large lounge and kitchen area for the 5 ELC students to share. The apartments are bright, modern, fully furnished and equipped. Students cook for themselves or share with their flatmates. The apartments are air-conditioned and feature natural light and fresh air from large windows

Secure swipe card access

Fully equipped kitchen

Oven

Stovetop

Microwave

Large fridge

Freezer

Kettle

Toaster

Dining table and chairs

Lounge area with couch/coffee table

Television with Apple TV

Air Conditioning

Natural light & fresh air

Cleaning Equipment

Cleaning by staff every two weeks

Your bedroom features

Your ensuite single room inside the apartment

Secure swipe card access

King size single bed

Private bathroom

Study desk, chair and lamp

Built-in reading light

Built-in wardrobe

Bookshelf

Plenty of storage

Full length mirror

Towel and bed linen provided

Pin boards

Individual Air Conditioning

Acoustic louvre windows

Standard room size: 14m2

Stay Details

Locations

The residence is located in Chatswood, a modern, cosmopolitan and vibrant neighbourhood with all possible amenities students can wish for. A major premium shopping centre is located just a 5-min walk from the residence, featuring major shops, restaurants, grocery stores and cinema.

The residence is conveniently located right next to Chatswood Station, offering students two quick and reliable transport options to ELC at Central Station.

They can either:

  • Commute via regular Sydney trains, taking students directly to Central station – Sydney’s main transport hub, located just a few minutes walk to school. Total commute time of 39 minutes door to door; or
  • Commute via the new high speed metro line, also connecting Chatswood to Central Station. Total commute time of 27 minutes door to door.
Other students in the residence

The residence offers a diverse nationality mix with students from all over the world, including many Australian students, making it an excellent option for ELC students.

The residence has a monthly activities program. Students have the opportunity to explore Sydney, participate in events and connect with other residents.

Prices

2025 – 2027 Fees

Placement fee: $395

Weekly fee – Sep 2025 to Apr 2026: $675/w

Low season special – May to August 2026: $575/w

Weekly fee – Sep 2026 to Apr 2027: $720/w

52-week special (regardless of time of year): $585/w

 

Notes: The placement fee includes both the Iglu admin fee, linen fee and exit cleaning fee. Refer to the full price list for exact application dates of the low-season specials.

  • There is a minimum stay of 4 weeks.
  • Upon arrival, you will need to sign a copy of the residence rules.
  • A $550 security deposit will be collected at school on your first day. A refund will be processed after checkout minus any fees for damages to the property. Students should expect bank charges to apply for both transactions.
  • Minimum 8 weeks’ notice applies for any changes both before arrival and for early departures.
  • Refer to our published Terms and Conditions for full details.