Current Studio Vacancies

Interested in joining the thriving tenant community here at Abbotsford Convent, Australia’s largest multi-arts precinct? View our current studio vacancies below.

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Small Artist Studio

We currently have one 8m2 studio available on Level 2 of the Convent Building – perfect for budding creatives!

The former nun’s dormitory has high ceilings with cathedral height windows and plenty of natural light. The room has a view of the precinct, is self-contained and lockable, and comes with hydronic heating. Shared kitchenette facilities and bathrooms with shower facilities are nearby.

Sitting alongside the Yarra Capital Trail, the Convent is accessible by bike or via public transport. All tenants receive a discount for use of a 300-space onsite car park.

Onsite you’ll find an assortment of delicious food options, markets, venues, a gallery and an extensive program of events and workshops all at your doorstep. With over 130 studios onsite, the Convent is home to some of Melbourne’s finest creatives, arts organisations, and wellbeing practitioners, making this the ultimate place for collaboration and community engagement.

About the studios 

  • Space Type:  Studio/Office
  • Permitted uses: Writing, Art, Office Use
  • Studio Size: 8 Square meters
  • Building Location: Main Convent Building
  • Floor/Level: Level 2
  • Aspect:  West Facing
  • Outlook: City View
  • Access permitted: 24/7
  • Room facilities/inclusions: Power points/Phone point/Hydronic Heating
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Surrounding Amenities: Kitchenette, Toilets, Shower, Paint sink
  • Building Amenities: Lift, Stairwell, Conference rooms, Security Doors
  • Site Amenities: 300 Space Car park/ATM/Cafes /Gallery/Gardens/Meeting Rooms and Venues

Price 

Independent Creatives:  $300pcm

NFP/Professional Orgs: Enquire within

Other upfront costs:  Bond (equal to 2 months’ rent excl GST) and $50 per key deposit.

Please note the official Convent opening hours are 7.30am – 9.30pm daily.

 

If you have any questions or would like to view the studio, please contact Leonie Wray on 9415 3610 or email tenancy@abbotsfordconvent.com.au 

Applications are now closed.

Writer's Studio

We currently have one 10m2 studio available for lease in the Writer’s Wing of the Convent Building. The former nun’s dormitory has high ceilings with cathedral height windows and plenty of natural light. The room has a view of the precinct, is self-contained and lockable, and comes with hydronic heating. Shared kitchenette facilities and bathrooms with shower facilities are nearby.

Sitting alongside the Yarra Capital Trail, the Convent is accessible by bike or via public transport. All tenants receive a discount for use of a 300-space onsite car park.

Onsite you’ll find an assortment of delicious food options, markets, venues, a gallery and an extensive program of events and workshops all at your doorstep. With over 130 studios onsite, the Convent is home to some of Melbourne’s finest creatives, arts organisations, and wellbeing practitioners, making this the ultimate place for collaboration and community engagement.

This studio is available from 1 April.

About the studios 

  • Space Type: Studio/Office
  • Permitted uses: Writing
  • Studio Size: 10 Square meters
  • Building Location: Main Convent Building
  • Floor/Level: Level 2
  • Aspect:  East Facing
  • Outlook: Precinct View
  • Access permitted: 24/7
  • Room facilities/inclusions: Power points/Phone point/Hydronic Heating
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Surrounding Amenities: Kitchenette, Toilets, Shower
  • Building Amenities: Lift, Stairwell, Conference rooms, Security Doors
  • Site Amenities: 300 Space Car park/ATM/Cafes /Gallery/Gardens/Meeting Rooms and Venues

Price 

Independent Creative Writers: $ 380pcm

Other upfront costs:  Bond (equal to 2 months’ rent excl GST) and $50 per key deposit.

Please note the official Convent opening hours are 7.30am – 9.30pm daily.

 

If you have any questions or would like to view the studio, please contact Leonie Wray on 9415 3610 or email tenancy@abbotsfordconvent.com.au 

Applications are now closed.

Artist Studio/Large Office

We currently have a  91m2 studio available for lease on the first floor of the Sacred Heart Building.  The room has courtyard views, is lockable and comes with hydronic heating and split system units. The space contains a private meeting room with kitchenette facilities and bathrooms with shower facilities are nearby.   

Sitting alongside the Yarra Capital Trail, the Convent is accessible by bike or via public transport. All tenants receive a discount for use of a 300-space onsite car park.  

Onsite you’ll find an assortment of delicious food options, markets, venues, a gallery and an extensive program of events and workshops all at your doorstep. With over 130 studios onsite, the Convent is home to some of Melbourne’s finest creatives, arts organisations, and wellbeing practitioners, making this the ultimate place for collaboration and community engagement.  

Please note, this studio provides thoroughfare to an adjoining Tenancy which we are happy to talk you through to determine suitability. 

About the studios  

  • Space Type: Studio/Office  
  • Available from: 1 March 2024 
  • Permitted uses: Creative Practice / Arts or Cultural Org / Professional  
  • Studio Size: 91 Square meters  
  • Building Location: Sacred Heart Building  
  • Floor/Level: Level 1 
  • Aspect:  East and West facing windows. 
  • Outlook: Courtyard and garden views 
  • Access permitted: 24/7  
  • Room facilities/inclusions: Kitchenette, Power points/Phone point/ Hydronic Heating / Split system units. NBN (previously connected and easy to reinstate). 
  • Flooring: Hardwood  
  • Walls: Blue heritage patina, white 
  • Surrounding Amenities: Toilets, Shower  
  • Building Amenities: Lift, Stairwell, Conference rooms, Security Doors  
  • Site Amenities: 300 Space Car park/ATM/Cafes /Gallery/Gardens/Meeting Rooms and Venues  

Price  

Independent Creatives: $2,000pcm (including GST and utilities) 

NFP Arts/Cultural or Learning organisations: $2,220 pcm (including GST and utilities) 

Professional Creative Businesses: $2,400 pcm (including GST and utilities) 

Other upfront costs:  Bond (equal to 2 months’ rent excl GST) and $50 per key deposit.  

Please note the official Convent opening hours are 7.30am – 8.30pm daily.

 

If you have any questions or would like to view the studio, please contact Leonie Wray on 9415 3610 or email tenancy@abbotsfordconvent.com.au  

Applications are now closed.