Waiteata Apartments

Overlooking the city, next to Kelburn Campus, Waiteata Apartments are self-catered, shared apartments—a great balance of independence and community.

  • Self-catered

    Students make their own meals

  • Walking time to campuses

    Kelburn—5 minutes
    Pipitea—20 minutes
    Te Aro—15 minutes

  • Housing style

    54 single rooms across 4-bedroom and 5-bedroom apartments across three apartment blocks.

A few minutes from Kelburn Campus and a short walk from the heart of the city itself, Waiteata Apartments offer great convenience and comfort for students.

Throughout the year, you’ll have the opportunity to get involved and meet lots of people at the many inter-hall events—sports events, quiz nights, talent quest, film festival screening, and inter-floor activities.

About the apartments

  • Waiteata Apartments are operated by Te Herenga Waka—Victoria University of Wellington.
  • Ideal for second-year and above students.
  • There are three apartment blocks, each containing two 4-bedroom apartments and two 5-bedroom apartments.
  • All are single bedrooms, containing king-single beds and mattresses. Residents can choose to bring their own linen or purchase a bedding pack from the hall.
  • Apartments are fully furnished and heated. Each apartment contains two private bathrooms, basic cooking facilities, a dishwasher, oven, and washing machine and dryer. See the list of items provided in the Independent Living handbook.
  • Wi-Fi is available.
  • You can request to live in an alcohol-free space.
  • 24/7 camera surveillance and swipe card access is required to enter the building.

Fees

  Per academic year (38 weeks) Per week
Apartment single room $13,528 $356

The 2027 fee excludes electricity, heating and internet. These services are provided at an additional cost of $40 per week. The rate will be confirmed when you receive your offer.

You can purchase a linen pack for $185. This includes the following items:

  • pillow and pillowcase
  • duvet inner with cover
  • set of sheets
  • fleece blanket
  • bath towel.

One-trimester-only contracts may incur an additional 10 percent fee.

Find out when you need to pay accommodation fees and other charges.

  • Supporting residents

    We prioritise the wellbeing and safety of our resident community—with staff and students working together to ensure our halls are an enjoyable place to live.

  • Our commitment to pastoral care

    The University has structures and processes in place to ensure students living in our halls experience a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment.

Visit our halls

Waiteata Apartments are currently undergoing renovations and are unavailable for hall tours.