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Loudon's Yard, B16

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.91

4.91

(58 reviews)

£1,200-£2,600 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

Our newest neighbourhood in Birmingham - Moda, Loudon's Yard. 398 new homes, beautifully landscaped gardens and state-of-the-art amenities. Located less than a mile from Birmingham city centre. Our neighbourhood sits adjacent to Edgbaston Village... a vibrant retail, leisure and lifestyle district.
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Ranked 1st out of 40 in Birmingham

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Aston Place, B1

By Dandara Living

Award winner 2025

4.9

4.90

(730 reviews)

£825-£1,300 pcm

Studios, 1, 2 beds

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 dining room. The onsite team organises a popular calendar of social events and car parking is also available. As well as this, the development is just five minutes from Birmingham New Street Station and less than 10 minute's walk from The Bullring and Grand Central shopping district.
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Ranked 2nd out of 40 in Birmingham

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The Mercian, B15

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.9

4.90

(406 reviews)

£1,281-£2,940 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

The Mercian offers 481 stunning apartments over 42 storeys. Located on the former site of The Click Club, it is the tallest residential tower in Birmingham. As well as great amenities and views, it offers a 200-metre rooftop running track!
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 40 in Birmingham

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The Whitmore Collection, B3

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.87

4.87

(238 reviews)

£1,000-£1,550 pcm

1, 2 beds

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.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 40 in Birmingham

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Corkfield, B5

By Native Communities

Award winner 2024

4.83

4.83

(65 reviews)

Corkfield is the place to put down roots, grow and thrive. Designed for those who want to work, live and play all under one roof, we’ve cultivated a vibrant, close-knit community right on the edge of the city. With 375 studio 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows, stunning views and a wealth of amenities right on your doorstep. Whether you need room for two, three or a mini-me (on two legs or four) – Corkfield is a community to call your own. The scheme is a stone’s throw from various schools, Queen Elizabeth Hospital and excellent transport links.
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Ranked 5th out of 40 in Birmingham

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Josh R (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Sherborne Place, B16

Sept 2025

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
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Modern, Well-Managed Development in a Great Location

Josh R (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Sherborne Place, B16

Sept 2025

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

Living here has been primarily positive. There’s a good range of shops, restaurants, and bars within walking distance, plus nearby green spaces for fresh air. Transport links are convenient with frequent buses and trains, making it easy to get around. The street is generally quiet with little anti-social behaviour, and bin collections are reliable.

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

Building management has been very responsive whenever I have raised an issue. Any maintenance requests were handled promptly, and I was constantly informed of progress. Their professionalism has made living here stress-free and enjoyable.

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

I wish I had known how peaceful and pleasant the canal-side location would be — it’s a real highlight of living here. The nearby green spaces are great for walks and fresh air, making it feel like the perfect balance between city living and nature.


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Wenyibo (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

5
5
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5

Thank you Peter and Moses

Wenyibo (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

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

You can walk into central Birmingham in a few minutes, and the transport links are very good with easy routes into the city.

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

The management is very good and professional here and they respond back very fast and the reception staff are also very professional.

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

So far happy with everything and nothing bad to say here


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Sadeeq (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

5
5
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5

Great building with excellent team support

Sadeeq (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

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

Spectacular views from the Mercian. You can see the entire city and it’s a very lively area to live. It’s very well connected with buses, trams, and train stations within easy reach, making commuting straightforward, though the area can get busy at peak times. Living here means being at the heart of Birmingham’s cultural and social life, with plenty of choice for eating out and leisure activities.

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

The building management has always been quick and helpful whenever an issue has come up. They respond promptly and make sure things are sorted without much hassle. The night team, especially Peter and Moses, have also been great at offering support whenever needed.

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

The parking spaces are quite limited. That’s about it.


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Yining (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

5
5
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5

Amazing building

Yining (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

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

There is lots of shops just outside and you can find anything you need just outside the building. Very good location and the transport is very good. The bin collections seem to be regular. Moses and Peter on the night team are very nice and always so helpful

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

I haven’t had any problems but the management is very good in the building

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

The streets is very noisy until very late hours on weekends because of all the cars and traffic and bars.


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Siwen Yao (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

5
5
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5

All Good

Siwen Yao (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Mercian, B15

Aug 2025

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

This apartment boasts excellent nearby amenities: top-notch local shops, tasty restaurants, vibrant bars, and nice open spaces—all within easy reach. Plus, its convenient transportation links make commuting or exploring a total breeze.

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

The apartment management team responds to my questions excellently—their answers are clear, helpful, and always delivered promptly.

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

I wish I’d known the building’s noise level at night—thin walls can disrupt sleep even if it’s quiet during the day.


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