55 Symonds

This purpose-built student accommodation, on the corner of Symonds and Wakefield Street, houses 343 students in studio apartments.

About the residence

Facility provided by UniLodge, operated by University of Auckland

55 Symonds offers modern, comfortably furnished, air-conditioned deluxe and deluxe double studio apartments, suitable for undergraduates and postgraduates seeking an independent living environment with University support.

The Accommodation Management team provides personal support throughout your stay and arrange a number of social and recreational activities during the year. 

Preference for this residence is given to postgraduate applicants, and those who have applied for the 52 week term. 

Residence profile

Residence profile 55 Symonds
Student type Postgraduate students are given preference, Undergraduate (not first-year high school leavers) students can apply
Total students 343
RA Ratio 1 : 50
Catering Self-catered residence
Facilities on site
  • TV/theatre room
  • Study room
  • Games room
  • Large communal lounge
  • Communal kitchen and dining
  • BBQ area/courtyard
  • Bike storage available
  • Internet - wireless
  • Laundry - cost of use included in fees
Location 53-55 Symonds Street, Auckland Central
Distance to University General Library (Bldg 109) 800m (8 minute walk)
Residential agreement period
  • Semester One*/Two: 21 weeks
  • Academic Year: 42 weeks
  • Feb/Feb** - Jul/Jul: 52 weeks

* The semester one residential period is only available to those students coming to study for semester one only, or those students completing thier studies at the end of Semester One.

** Preference is given to postgraduate students, and those who apply for a 52 week term at 55 Symonds.

Room types

  • Each apartment comes furnished with bedroom furniture and a wall-mounted flat-screen TV.
  • You will need to provide your own linen and towels, however a linen pack can be purchased from the residence prior to arrival.
  • Electricity, water and laundry is included.
Room type Residential Period 2025
weekly rate
Features
Studio Deluxe

52 Weeks

42 Weeks

21 Weeks

$450.00

$470.00

$470.00

  • your own private studio
  • ensuite bathroom
  • kitchenette provided with cooking hobs.
Studio Deluxe Double*

52 Weeks

42 Weeks

21 Weeks

$480.00

$500.00

$500.00

  • your own private studio with a double bed
  • ensuite bathroom
  • kitchenette provided with cooking hobs.

*Studio Deluxe Double apartments are designated to couples only.

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