Top 10 regional BTR developments: HomeViews BTR Awards

The Green Rooms takes the Best Regional BTR Development Award for 2020, along with the National title. Managed by Amro Living, The Green Rooms has achieved a remarkable score of 4.93 out of 5 since its opening in February. The development benefits from being pet friendly, waterside views, a residents’ gym and bike storage, and residents rate their building second to none!

“It is a joy to be in, and I feel it is a bit of luxury to enjoy. The management are so good, very attentive and totally committed to helping everyone to be happy in their home.”
– MJS, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Oct 2020

The Lansdowne takes second place in our list of the Top 10 Regional Developments for 2020 with an impressive overall rating of 4.88. Managed by Way of Life, the building offers 206 apartments, furnished or unfurnished, with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments and duplexes on offer. Residents have access to a wide range of amenities, including a residents’ gym and lounge, plus private cycle storage with a bike workshop.

“These are great apartments in a great area. The entire staff always greet you with a smile and are very helpful to our needs, and are quick to attend to any problems that arise.”
– Thekla A, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Oct 2020

Always at or near the top of any national or regional BTR lists, Duet by More. ‘Superenting’ has been a huge hit with its residents. The development comprises 270 pet-friendly one, two and three-bedroom apartments to rent with a friendly 24-hour concierge service and extensive communal spaces, including a fully equipped private gym.

“It’s obvious that the management are great at what they do and live their values as this trickles down amongst all the staff and impacts on the tenants making this a great place to live.”
– Harpreet, Verified Resident on HomeViews, October 2020

Taking fourth place is Aston Place, by Dandara Living. This much-loved development is located in the centre of Birmingham and offers studio, one and two bedroom apartments with access to a gym, resident events and car parking. The building is just five minutes from Birmingham New Street Station and the city’s business and retail districts.

“The building itself is incredibly well designed, with great facilities. It is managed really well, with someone always available to help – the operations manager Kishor is also really helpful and welcoming and has made my stay stress-free.”
– K Patel, Verified resident on HomeViews, Nov 2020

Birmingham’s third entry in the Top 5, The Whitmore Collection takes the fifth spot. The building is managed by this year’s Top BTR Property Management Company Urbanbubble and is Located within Birmingham’s Jewellery Quarter. The Whitmore Collection offers a mix of 220 one and two bedroom flats alongside three-bedroom houses. The scheme is pet-friendly and residents have access to a Residents’ Clubhouse with a games room, a private dining area, a study room, TV area and gym.

“I must say this is hands-down the best apartment building ever. I had lived in many nice apartments in London over the years but none quite like this.”
– Andrea S, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Oct 2020

In joint sixth position is another outstanding Urbanbubble / Legal & General development: The Slate Yard. Located in Spinningfields, the building is a 6-minute walk away from Salford Central and offers residents access to a wide range of facilities, including a 24 hour on-site team, a residents’ gym, housekeeping services and a residents’ lounge. The development is also pet-friendly.

“I have lived at the Slate Yard for the last 12 months and could not be happier … I have floor to ceiling windows and a large balcony with breathtaking views of the city all the way to the Peak District.”
– Jonathan Caplan, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Oct 2020

Tied with its sister development in sixth place is Urbanbubble’s West Tower in Manchester, managed by Legal & General. Situated in Deansgate Square, the development offers residents a wide range of amenities, including a swimming pool, sauna, cinema, roof-top garden and bar. The development is also only a three-minute walk away from both Castlefield and Deansgate stations.

“Despite moving in during lockdown 2.0 the whole process has been extremely smooth thanks to Catherine! We are in love with our new apartment and couldn’t fault a thing- from the beautiful furniture provided, the amenities (which we look forward to being able to use!) and the building itself!”
– Lana, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Nov 2020

Leodis Square by Dandara Living takes seventh place in our list of the best regional BTR developments. Located in central Leeds, the highly popular scheme offers studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments. Residents benefit from an onsite gym, a pet friendly policy and community events. The development is also just 5 minutes’ walk from the city’s business and retail districts.

“Would deff recommend any young professional to live here. Ideal with the gym included and the 24 hour concierge service. All the staff are really friendly and more than happy to help.”
– Megan C, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Aug 2020

Eighth place goes to New Maker Yards by Get Living. This hugely successful development features 275 homes with a mix of one, two and three-bedroom apartments in the heart of Middlewood Locks. New Maker Yards was built around three historic canal basins and is bounded by the River Irwell. Residents have access to a wide range of amenities, including 24 hour security, Seven Bro7hers bar & restaurant and a Co-op store.

“New Maker Yards is a lovely, modern development – I love the enclosed but open shared green spaces where people can walk their dogs or sit in the sun. The terrace outside my flat is an amazing addition and makes my flat a 10/10.”
– Beth, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Sept 2020

Ninth place goes to Manchester’s Oxbow development – an INSRATA Lifestyle Residence managed by Greystar. Oxbow offers a collection of one, two and three-bedroom rental homes situated close to the River Irwell. This stylish development gives residents access to an impressive range of facilities, including onsite gym and a 24-hour on-site team.

“The buildings are beautifully furnished to a high standard, and very luxurious. The rooms are very spacious and soundproof too. The staff are extremely friendly and will accept and look after all your parcles / deliveries.”
– Aimee C, Verified Resident on HomeViews, Oct 2020