Discover our welcoming communities across Canterbury and Surrey Hills
Live Independently, Stay Connected
At BASSCARE, our independent living units in Melbourne offer a welcoming collection of one-bedroom units across four charming locations in Canterbury and Surrey Hills. Available to eligible tenants at affordable rates, these homes provide comfort, security and a sense of belonging.
Our Favourite Features
Affordable, comfortable living surrounded by the warmth of community.
Convenient access to public transport, keeping you easily connected to the wider world.
A private garden in most units — a pocket of nature where you can pause, breathe, and enjoy life’s quiet magic.
Fully maintained homes and grounds, so you can focus on living well while we take care of the rest.
Affordable Housing Locations
26 Rochester Road, Canterbury
Twenty-four refurbished one-bedroom units with ensuite bathrooms and washing machines. A great central location, 500m to Canterbury station, a bus stop right out front and within walking distance to Maling Road.
The block is situated on three levels and most units have small private gardens. Each unit has a living room with kitchen and dining area. There is a communal laundry and car parking is available.
Seventeen refurbished one-bedroom units with ensuite bathrooms and washing machines, in a beautiful garden setting. Most units have private gardens and some units are elevated.
Each unit has a living room with kitchen and dining area. There is a communal laundry. The units are close to the bus and to Canterbury and East Camberwell stations.
Sixteen one-bedroom units refurbished with ensuite bathrooms and washing machines all with their own private garden area, along with a fully self-contained community room which includes reverse cycle air conditioning, piano and television.
The Highfield Road units are centrally located close to Maling Road, as well as Chatham and Canterbury Roads.
Fourteen refurbished one-bedroom units with ensuite bathrooms on a women’s only site. Located in a leafy suburb- a great location a short walk from the Riversdale Road tram and Riversdale Road shops.
There is a communal laundry and a small number of car parks are available on site. Each unit has a living and kitchen area.
BASSCARE acknowledges the traditional owners as the original custodians of this land, and respects their customs and traditions and their special relationship with the land.