A guide to living in City of Glasgow

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Average

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Disappointing

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Very poor

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Best places to live in City of Glasgow

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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Granary Quay, G11

By Colby River

Award winner 2024

4.87

4.87

(54 reviews)

You’ll find Granary Quay in a fantastic location on the north bank of the River Clyde just a short walk from Partick bus, rail and subway stations in Glasgow’s popular West End, which is known for its many vintage shop, coffee bars, restaurants and a vibrant street food scene, plus bars, a boutique cinema and arts venues. Granary Quay offers a wide range of studio, one and two bedroom apartments to choose from, and most have balconies or terraces. The majority of homes are available to rent furnished, with some unfurnished apartments also available - please contact for details. With 24/7 on-site management team to help make life easier, Granary Quay also features a superb array of onsite resident amenities including the ‘house kitchen’, co-working suite, lounge and TV area, bookable meeting room, gym and pet grooming room.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 7 in City of Glasgow

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Holland Park, G2

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.83

4.83

(113 reviews)

Holland Park in Glasgow features 433 high-tech apartments spread across four buildings. Residents have access to a wide range of facilities including a 24hr gym, 24hr concierge and co-working and meeting rooms. In addition, the development is pet-friendly and wifi is included.
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Ranked 2nd out of 7 in City of Glasgow

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Candleriggs, G1

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.78

4.78

(68 reviews)

Candleriggs offers studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom boutique apartments to rent in the heart of Merchant City. Residents can enjoy free superfast broadband and social events. Additionally, there are communal gardens, sky terraces, and spaces to work, play, and relax—all included in your rent.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 7 in City of Glasgow

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PLATFORM_ in Glasgow, G3

By PLATFORM_

Award winner 2024

4.45

4.45

(136 reviews)

PLATFORM_ has arrived in Glasgow to reimagine the rental experience. Built with residents in mind: Homes with co-working spaces, a games room, gym, three roof terraces, a private cinema, a calendar of social activities, and access to the private dining room, all included in your rent.
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Ranked 4th out of 7 in City of Glasgow

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Minerva Square, G3

By Cording Residential

4.85

4.85

(18 reviews)

Minerva Square consisting of 113 apartments across two buildings is a brand new built to rent development offering a range of apartment types; 1 bedroom/ 1 bathroom, 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom, 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms, 2 bedroom penthouses with wrap around terraces and 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Many of the apartments benefit from balconies enjoying far reaching views of the south side looking over the modern architecture of the SEC Armadillo and OVO Hydro, or with stunning views of the historical Glasgow University, Kelvingrove and the West End to the north. The SECC train station is within walking distance offering train links to all major towns.
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Ranked 5th out of 7 in City of Glasgow

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Matthew H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Granary Quay, G11

Jul 2026

5
5
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5

Excellent place to live, great staff and quality flat units

Matthew H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Granary Quay, G11

Jul 2026

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

The area offers a mix of cafes, pubs and corner shops with multiple supermarkets in walking distance

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

This has been mixed. When we first moved in and had a couple of issues they were resolved quickly but other times we were waiting weeks to get fixes

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

I wish we had the opportunity to view a wider range of available units to assess which unit would be the best fit for us. But despite this overall we have loved the one we got


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Connor MacLeod (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Glasgow, G3

Jul 2026

5
5
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5

A friendly and fun place to live.

Connor MacLeod (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Glasgow, G3

Jul 2026

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

With the local Sainsbury's opening up, it has provided easy access. We have had parking problems but that has now been fixed with the new pillars blocking these cars from coming through.

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

They have responded quickly, often going the extra mile to make sure whatever it is is fixed

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

I would say attending the events is a really good way to meet and see people who have the same interests. Though it can be daunting its a good way to learn about what's happening and support around the building


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- AC (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Glasgow, G3

Jul 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Platform Living and Community

- AC (Tenant)

Verified Resident

PLATFORM_ in Glasgow, G3

Jul 2026

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

Living in Anderston is great, the train station is nearby, there are voi bikes just by the river walkway so it’s easy to get there and back from work. Sainsbury’s is always a great highlight to have when you need something on the go. Sadly, some recent events have quite impacted the overall safety aspect of the neighbourhood, while it is also worth noting that nowhere is safe, it’s also fair to report that there has been some individuals breaking into the building and causing chaos across the Block where the police had to be informed and the staff handled that promptly. In addition, Warroch Street requires more safety overall, due to an assault to an individual which occurred a few weeks ago, while it did not happen on Platform grounds it was still really close to the development. I wish there was something that could be done, more lights installation, security around the building. Please increase security across the complex, and enhance the gates

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

Whenever there were issues with our flat the building management had responded efficiently, punctually, and very promptly, I have no issues with that at all, as they always try to solve every flat-related issue in a timely manner. Other issues I have raised were regarding space development which I mentioned above that we wish we were more consulted on upcoming changes rather than just being informed that changes were happening

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

Some people are very entitled and expect too much from the staff and costs nothing to be genuine and kind to the staff who are always working hard and trying their best to make this place great.


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Connor W (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Candleriggs, G1

Jul 2026

5
5
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5

The design and planning behind the building is amazing

Connor W (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Candleriggs, G1

Jul 2026

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

Absolute perfect location for someone moving back into the city environment! On buchanan street with a few minutes, st Enoch subway very close, glasgow green literally on your doorstep. Shops very close, independent restaurants and coffee shops on every corner Amazing spot to be living

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

Yes, when we had an issue with our door. I reported it via the website and it was fixed the same day

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

Potentially a bit more information about parking in the building and the surrounding area


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Leo (Tenant)

Unverified

Holland Park, G2

Jul 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A great place to find peaceful homely spaces and friendly smiles in the city.

Leo (Tenant)

Unverified

Holland Park, G2

Jul 2026

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

There are parking options a few minutes walk from Moda and it’s easy to walk to cafes, bars, music venues, the university and beautiful Kelvingrove Park.

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

It was not necessary as there were no issues I needed to raise

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

All the information I needed was provided before I arrived


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