A guide to living in City of Glasgow

The City of Glasgow is a large city in Scotland that lies on the River Clyde. It has a population of 598,040 and an area of 335 square miles. Known as "the Dear Green Place," the city offers residents plenty to do with over 300 parks, gardens, and golf courses. The University of Glasgow is one of its notable institutions as well as being home to some 80 different languages spoken by students from all around the world!

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Best places to live in City of Glasgow

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Candleriggs, G1

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

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4.87

(43 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.

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Ranked 1st out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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Solasta Riverside, G5

By urbanbubble

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4.76

(88 reviews)

£1,040-£2,220 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

Solasta Riverside is a new city centre district. Based on the South Bank of the iconic river Clyde, the development sits directly opposite Central Station. Furthermore, Solasta Riverside's residential development consists of two 18-story complexes, including 324 Build-to-Rent apartments. Solasta Riverside is located on the Clyde riverside, facing the International Financial Services District. Additionally, with direct access to bus, rail, cycle and motorway networks, and only 15 minutes from Glasgow International Airport, Solasta Riverside will activate over a quarter of a mile of river frontage.

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Ranked 2nd out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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Holland Park, G2

By Moda Living

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4.72

(67 reviews)

£1,052-£3,035 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

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 3rd out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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Minerva Square, G3

By Cording Residential

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 4th out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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G3 Square, G3

By Savills

4.62

(6 reviews)

G3 Square is a luxury development located in the vibrant Finnieston area of Glasgow, offering 221 one, two, and three-bedroom apartments and penthouses. It is directly opposite the SECC and Hydro, well-connected to the city center via the Exhibition Centre train station. Despite challenges, the first phase was completed and sold by November 2021, and the entire development was completed in October 2023. G3 Square comprises three separate buildings with up to six storeys and utilizes a community heating and energy center for sustainable and efficient energy supply

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Ranked 5th out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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Lijia (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Nice

Lijia (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

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

The transportation is very convenient. There are Chinese restaurants as well as local specialties. There are also supermarkets around, including Chinese supermarkets and local ones. The room I'm staying in is very quiet with no noise and has a great view. There are plenty of parking spaces and the garbage is cleared very promptly.

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

The property management is excellent. They respond very promptly when problems arise. Joshua is a staff member at Holland Park. He is very meticulous and patient! When encountering problems, he is very enthusiastic in helping you solve them and comforting you.

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

I think everything is great. There's nothing to share for now.

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Chris S. (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Fantastic living space in excellent location

Chris S. (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

The development is really well situated. It feels quiet despite it's close proximity to important transport links. Shops, entertainments and bars / restaurants are all within walking distance and so is the theatre. The building its self is very pleasant, has a nice aesthetic and excellent facilities. Our flat is nicely decorated it's fantastic to have everything you need so nearby. I use the gym in the building a lot, and it is well equipped. Any staff I have interacted with have been very professional and efficient.

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The development is modern, clean, well-maintained and well appointed. The communal spaces like the gym, cinema room and entertainment area are lovely.

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

I can't comment in this as I really had no issues, everything was very seamless.

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

I can't really think of anything to add, the location and building was perfect for the duration of my stay.

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Babs (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Best place to live in Glasgow

Babs (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

Holland Park is gorgeous inside & out, I had a fantastic experience. The property was clean, well-maintained, and exactly as described. The location was ideal—close to local amenities yet peaceful and quiet. The apartment is perfect & the amenity spaces have comfortable furnishings and all the necessary supplies. I especially appreciated the PDR. It truly felt like a home from home. I would highly recommend this property to anyone looking for a comfortable and hassle-free place to call home. Thanks to Amy & Scott on the front desk, superstars. Also Giorgia in reservations

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

Glaswegians are warm & friendly, love living in this city. It is full of buildings with stunning architecture * green spaces. Museums & the music scene is really cool.

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

We had a few issues, small but all managed really well

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

I would advise to check out the different apartments, ie don't always rely on a virtual viewing

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Rachel (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

Design is great, and modern

Rachel (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

I Found it difficult getting in touch with lots of property places at first as most never got back to me quick enough. However, Holland park got back within 2 weeks. I got what I needed in terms of referencing etc and was super quick. John from front desk was helpful and gave me information for Yan. When I finally moved in, it was a bit hectic but Scott was more than happy to show me to my apartment and show me around. Amy helped me set up my WIFI and also came and helped me set up my TV which was super kind. Building management has been great so far in helping the transition of my move in. Design is great, and modern. Have Yet to use the gym, cinema and facilities but so far its great.

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Moda is very Local to My work and very close to the train station and public transport. Being in the city center is close and extremely handy. When I first came here I thought it was going to be very loud and noisy with it being on the main street etc but its fine!

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

Perfect, very good at responding and helping - quick to do so.

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

There isn't anything that comes to mind at the moment. Again, the moving in was quick and easy and everyone is super helpful.

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Elaine (Tenant)

Unverified

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.

A one stop living space for style, community and wellbeing

Elaine (Tenant)

Unverified

Holland Park, G2

Oct 2025

The property is incredibly clean and well maintained. The parcel room ensures not having to worry about missing deliveries and the design feels contemporary and considered. There is a strong sense of community with events and classes organised to bring people together which is nice in a city environment. The staff are very friendly, kind and helpful adding the feeling of security and safety within the building. Scott and Amy have been unfailingly kind and helpful throughout our move here and early settling days.

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

The location is quiet yet very close to a variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. Easily accessible to city centre , subway, trains and buses.

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

They have been proactive always helpful and pleasant

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

Perhaps that there would be so many students. We thought it would be a more balanced mix of ages, lifestyle and life stages / family as it is not marketed as a student accommodation as such. It doesn’t bother us but I would have liked to have known that.

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