The Residences Manchester, M15

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great selection of bars and restaurants in the vicinity and fantastic transport links. No issues experienced with parking availability. The only downside would be the noise but this is to be expected with living in the city. No anti-social behaviour experienced since moving in.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

No issues experienced, Lydia provided an email and contact number for any problems we may have.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

None - All questions answered by Lydia prior to moving in.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The location is brilliant with most areas of the city centre in walking distance, or excellent transport links to everywhere else. There are a large variety of restaurants, bars and shops nearby

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Management took over 3 months to fix a broken washing machine despite various emails and attempts to get in contact

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The cost of parking in the apartment’s private car park wasn’t advertised and was much more than expected.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The local area offers a great variety of shops, restaurants, and bars. The quality is high, with unique boutiques and excellent dining options.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has been outstanding in addressing any issues I’ve raised.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how incredibly friendly and welcoming the community is.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I absolutely love living in this area! The local shops offer a great variety. There are plenty of fantastic restaurants.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The building management has been exceptional in addressing any issues I've raised

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is how helpful the local community is, it's not something that came up during the viewing.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Living in Deansgate Square, Manchester, offers a premium urban lifestyle. The area features a vibrant range of shops, trendy restaurants, and stylish bars, all within walking distance. Close to landmarks like Spinningfields and Castlefield, it also offers nearby green spaces like St. John’s Gardens and canal paths for relaxation. Transport links are excellent, with Deansgate-Castlefield Metrolink and Deansgate railway station providing easy connections. While traffic can be busy at peak times, the central location reduces the need for a car. The street is modern and well-maintained, with secure parking and efficient bin collections. Thanks to 24-hour security, the area is clean, quiet, and free from anti-social behavior.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Building management can be slightly difficult to get a hold of, but once contacted, they are responsive and address issues effectively.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is that building management can sometimes be hard to reach, which may cause slight delays in resolving issues. Additionally, parking availability and booking facilities can be competitive, so planning ahead is essential. On the positive side, the community atmosphere and quality of the facilities truly exceed expectations once you settle in. For new residents, I’d recommend familiarising yourself with the app or systems used for booking amenities and reporting issues to streamline your experience.