Build to Rent Awards 2021: Top 10 National Developments (less than 350 units)

The 2021 Build to Rent Resident Choice awards took place at the UKAA Build to Rent Fayre in London on November 16th. For 2021, two Top National Development Awards were given to larger developments of 350 or more units and smaller developments under 350 units. Here we take a look at the winner and nine other top-rated Build to Rent developments of less than 350 units.

Awards criteria

HomeViews Top Development Awards listings are calculated by taking all BTR developments on HomeViews.com with 20+ resident reviews received between 16th October 2020 – 17th October 2021. The winner and Top 10 rankings are based on the overall star ratings the buildings achieve. This star rating is an average of the five main review criteria on HomeViews: Design, Location, Management, Value and Facilities.

The annual HomeViews Build to Rent Awards are the industry’s only ‘resident choice’ awards, calculated purely on verified resident ratings for their developments. This provides the most accurate picture of the industry’s top performers. These best-practice examples are essential for raising standards across the sector, as well as celebrating its key successes.

★ 2021 AWARD WINNERS ★

Top National Developments – less than 350 units

1. Duet MediaCityUK, M50

JLL

4.86 (162 reviews) 4.86 (162 reviews)

Area guide to Salford

Now managed by JLL, Duet is adjacent to the bustling MediaCityUK on the waterfront in Salford Quays. There are wide range of local amenities, 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 […] Read reviews and details of Duet MediaCityUK, M50

2. 8 Water Street, E14

Vertus

3.98 (46 reviews) 3.98 (46 reviews)

Area guide to Canary Wharf

8 Water Street is Canary Wharf’s first pet-friendly address with 174 apartments for rent. Its low-rise design creates a strong connection to the water and green space. Residents enjoy a landscaped private garden, quiet boardwalks, and floating pavilions in Water Square home to popular restaurant, Hawksmoor. Amenities include a private dining room, lounge, snug, and […] Read reviews and details of 8 Water Street, E14

3. Aston Place, B1

Dandara Living

4.90 (703 reviews) 4.90 (703 reviews)

Area guide to Birmingham

Located on Suffolk Queensway in central Birmingham, Aston Place is less than 0.1 miles from The Mailbox and wide range of bars, restaurants and cafes around the canal area. Offering a choice of studio, one and two bedroom apartments, residents benefit from a free gym with fitness classes, resident lounge and co-working facilities and bookable […] Read reviews and details of Aston Place, B1

4. Vox, M15

Allsop Letting and Management

4.92 (235 reviews) 4.92 (235 reviews)

Area guide to Manchester

Vox, managed by Allsop is located just off the A56 in Manchester. The Vox offers a collection of 1,2 and 3-bed apartments. Moreover, they are only a short bus away from the city centre. In addition to underbuilding parking, there is also storage for over 280 bikes. These are monitored by CCTV and stored behind […] Read reviews and details of Vox, M15

5. Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

Legal & General, urbanbubble

4.83 (239 reviews) 4.83 (239 reviews)

Area guide to Leeds

Mustard Wharf at Tower Works brings a happier and easier way to rent to this amazing city. Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom boutique apartments and a whole range of exceptional amenities including a state-of-the-art gym, work from home space, private dining/lounge rooms and meeting spaces. This is a dynamic new community just 4 minutes’ […] Read reviews and details of Mustard Wharf at Tower Works, LS1

6. The Green Rooms MediaCityUK, M50

AmroLiving

4.84 (211 reviews) 4.84 (211 reviews)

Area guide to Salford

The Green Rooms, managed by AmroLiving, sits near Media City in Manchester. It offers a range of one to three-bedroom apartments for rent. Additionally,  the development benefits from being pet friendly, waterside views, a residents’ gym and bike storage. The Green Rooms is also just just a few minutes walk from a wide variety of […] Read reviews and details of The Green Rooms MediaCityUK, M50

7. The Whitmore Collection, B3

Legal & General, urbanbubble

4.90 (222 reviews) 4.90 (222 reviews)

Area guide to Birmingham

The Whitmore Collection is a development offering a range of 1 & 2 bedroom canal-side apartments and townhouses. These feature high-quality appliances and and video security intercom along with speedy 100MB Virgin broadband. Likewise, residents can enjoy facilities including a residents’ courtyard, gym, a clubhouse and private dining room. Read reviews and details of The Whitmore Collection, B3

8. The Quarters Croydon, CR0

The Quarters by Bravo

4.75 (139 reviews) 4.75 (139 reviews)

Area guide to Croydon

Long-term letting scheme The Quarters Croydon offers residents a stylish and convenient base in this thriving South London suburb. There are 151 high-specification studios at the development, with Croydon station only a 4-minute walk away. Trains reach London Bridge in just 14 minutes, while Gatwick Airport is also easily accessible.   Read reviews and details of The Quarters Croydon, CR0

9. Apo at The Gatefold, UB3

Apo

4.68 (183 reviews) 4.68 (183 reviews)

Area guide to Hayes

Formerly known as be:here Hayes, Apo at The Gatefold is a residential development comprising of 119 one, two and three-bedroom apartments. It offers commercial units including restaurants, leisure amenities and a music venue. In addition, the development is close to Hayes & Harlington station, the M4, M25 and Heathrow Airport. Read reviews and details of Apo at The Gatefold, UB3

10. The Trilogy, M15

Allsop Letting and Management

4.88 (310 reviews) 4.88 (310 reviews)

Area guide to Manchester

The Trilogy is a HomeViews award-winning development comprising of 232 one, two and three bedroom apartment. This is more than an outstanding development. It’s the start of a whole new community – and a new chapter in your life. Feel safe whatever the time of day or night with 24-hour security, while the on-site resident […] Read reviews and details of The Trilogy, M15

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