New build homes in North West England: Top 10 best developments

At the time of writing, Erie Dock Apartments (Eda for short) is the top of the table for the North West with an incredible 4.99 overall rating. From parcel signing to private dining, workplace to WiFi, Eda’s developers claim that it’s “all sorted for you”. All Eda’s furnished apartments include king size beds with ottoman storage, corner sofas and TV units to name a few.

In at 2nd place, The James Liverpool is a vibrant community located in the heart of the city on James Street. The new development serves as a place for big thinkers and game changers to live, work, and socialise, while they pursue their big and bold goals. The James offers everything necessary for modern living under one roof, including spaces for focus, a quiet five minutes, or conversation with others.

All of the fully furnished studios are private and have access to shared communal spaces situated on the first floor, and all on-site amenities. Residents also benefit from a gym, laundry facilities, high speed Internet, an outdoor terrace, and an active social calendar.

We’re staying in Liverpool for 3rd-placed The Keel. This build-to-rent development managed by Allsop, sits in Queen’s Dock. Comprising 240 apartments overlooking the River Mersey, residents benefit from onsite concierge and a private residents’ gym. As well as this, the development is pet-friendly and has access to a wide variety of transport links.

Hitting number 4 for the North West is Vox, managed by Allsop. The development is located just off the A56, opposite St George’s Park and between the Old Trafford and Hulme areas of Manchester. This puts it a short journey from the city centre. Vox offers a collection of 1,2 and 3-bed apartments. In addition to underbuilding parking, there is also storage for over 280 bikes. These are monitored by CCTV and stored behind fob-operated doors. Other facilities include a gym, roof terrace and residents’ lounge.

In 5th, The Castings offers studio, 1, 2, and 3-bedroom apartments in Manchester’s newest neighbourhood, Piccadilly East. Residents benefit from top-notch amenities ranging from 3 roof terraces, complete with wraparound views of Manchester, to a high-spec gym and studio space with 24/7 virtual classes. Additionally, there are 2 social lounges, a cinema room, bookable private dining room and a working hub with meeting rooms and private booths.

In 6th, The Trilogy is located in the heart of Castlefield in Manchester and it has access to a good variety of transport links for exploring the city and wider county. Deansgate is a three-minute tram journey, whilst Cornbrook Metrolink Station is a three-minute walk away. In addition, MediaCityUK is a 12-minute commute. The development comprises 232 pet-friendly 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments. Residents have access to a wide range of facilities, including a fully equipped gym as well as a landscaped communal garden. Likewise, the building provides a 24-hour on-property concierge service.

Ranked 7th is Chapel Wharf by Dandara Living, which sits right in the heart of Manchester. Offering a range of studios to 3-bed apartments, residents benefit from a pet-friendly policy, an onsite gym as well as car/bike parking. In addition, there is a courtyard, a library and a residents’ lounge called The Gallery. Additionally, the development is just moments away from Manchester’s famous cultural, shopping and entertainment scenes.

Number 8 goes to Duet, adjacent to the bustling MediaCityUK on the waterfront in Salford Quays. There’s wide range of local amenities here, including 15 bars/restaurants, shopping outlets, leisure facilities, a cinema, a theatre, and a nursery. The development comprises 270 pet-friendly one, two and three-bedroom apartments to rent. In addition, the building also provides a 24-hour concierge service. Finally, it offers extensive communal spaces, including a fully equipped private gym.

At 9th place we have The Green Rooms, managed by AmroLiving, offers a range of 1-3-bedroom apartments for rent, all with outstanding waterside views and access to a residents’ gym, bike storage and other on-site facilities. The Green Rooms is also just a few minutes’ walk from a wide variety of transport links and amenities, and is pet friendly.

Finishing the list for the North West is Poplin, which offers 1, 2 and 3-bedroom apartments to rent in a community of 144 homes. Residents benefit from flexibility, social spaces and rooftop views. Additionally, residents can enjoy a communal atrium garden, glass atrium and social lounge, and a bookable kitchen. Bordering Ancoats, Poplin is just a couple of minutes’ walk to the Shudehill interchange, and five minutes to Victoria Station. It’s also a short walk to spots such as Angel Meadow, Cutting Room Square and New Islington Marina – or onwards to any of the shops, bars, restaurants and supermarkets of the Northern Quarter.