A guide to living in City of Glasgow

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

Merchant City is a lively, central part of Glasgow with loads of great restaurants, bars, and shops. It’s ideal for people who enjoy city life, with a creative vibe, regular festivals, and strong transport links. However, parking is expensive and limited. Night-time noise from bars and events is common, but green space at Glasgow Green is nearby . It’s a great spot for young professionals and those who love being in the middle of the action, but maybe not ideal for families or anyone looking for peace and quiet. Still, it’s one of Glasgow’s most vibrant areas.

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

Answered promptly and the issues were dealt with almost immediately.

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

How hot the apartments were going to be in the summer. Aircon would have been a welcome addition to the apartment.

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

My time at Candleriggs has been absolutely wonderful from start to finish. I’ve had a very good experience living here — the safety and security have always been top notch, which gave me complete peace of mind. The amenities were excellent and made day-to-day living very comfortable, and the overall upkeep of the building was always impressive. The location is ideal, everything is close by and convenient, and the apartment itself felt like home from the very beginning. The staff have also been friendly, professional, and responsive whenever needed, which made the whole experience smooth and stress-free. I genuinely couldn’t ask for more, and I would happily recommend Candleriggs to anyone looking for a safe, well-managed, and welcoming place to live in Glasgow.

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

The building management has always responded quickly, professionally, and with great care whenever I raised an issue. Any problems were dealt with efficiently, and I always felt well supported as a tenant.

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 just how safe, quiet, and welcoming the community here would be. From a viewing, you can appreciate the design and facilities, but living here shows how well-managed, secure, and comfortable the development truly is. It has been a very pleasant surprise, and I would happily recommend it to any new neighbour.

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

The local area is absolutely packed with places to eat, get drinks, grab a coffee, hit the shops and there is a constant stream of events right on your doorstep to entertain. You couldn’t be closer to Argyle Street train station and Central/Queen Street are just a stones throw away. St Enoch subway station is only a five minute walk and there are countless buses that pass by the stop just outside reception. The downside is that car parking is limited although there is an abundance of bike secure bike spaces. Bin collection is generally very convenient however it could be perhaps collected more frequently. At times, particularly on the weekend, the streets can get lively and potentially rowdy however the double glazed window offers sufficient sound proofing.

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

The team on hand were exceptional in advising our every move and they supported us right up until we secured our tenancy agreement.

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

Perhaps more information on the set up of the bills via Ovo and Homebox would have been beneficial.

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

The Candleriggs area is lively yet comfortable, with plenty of cafés, restaurants, and small shops within walking distance. Despite being in a central location, the street feels safe, with good lighting. There’s a nice mix of city vibrancy and quiet pockets, making it a great spot for both convenience and comfort.

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

The building management has been consistently responsive and professional. Any minor issues raised were acknowledged quickly and resolved in a timely manner. Communication is clear, and updates are provided without the need for repeated follow-up.

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

I wish I had known just how much easier life would feel living here compared to other places I’ve stayed in Glasgow. The safety, convenience, and responsive management make a huge difference. Also, the central location means you’re close to everything, but still able to enjoy a sense of peace inside your flat.

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

Candleriggs is in a really handy spot in Merchant City. Loads of great restaurants and bars around, and plenty of grocery shops too M&S, Sainsbury’s and Tesco are all close by. Transport is good, there’s a bus stop right outside and both the subway and train stations are within walking distance

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

They’ve been amazing. Any time I had a question or needed something, they got back to me quickly and sorted it out without hassle. Super responsive and really friendly throughout.

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

Honestly I have zero complaints whatsoever. !!!!!!!!