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Candleriggs, G1

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.92

4.92

(28 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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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.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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Holland Park, G2

By Moda Living

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4.75

4.75

(46 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.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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Granary Quay, G11

By Dandara Living

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4.58

4.58

(21 reviews)

£1,130-£1,425 pcm

Studios, 1, 2 beds

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.
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Ranked 4th out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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Solasta Riverside, G5

By urbanbubble

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4.71

4.71

(76 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 5th out of 6 in City of Glasgow

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David M (Tenant)

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

5
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5

Great space for professional living. Extremely attentive and friendly staff.

David M (Tenant)

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

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

Everything is absolutely perfect apart from the temperature in the building as it’s way too hot. No noise to speak of apart from weekends. Some female tenants are a bit loud.

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

Cooker/ oven was fixed spin a timely manner. I was also offered an alternative apartment to cook in.

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

Recycling doesn’t seem to getting done as I can’t find to bottle bin.

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S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

5
5
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5

Apartment with good value for money

S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

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

The variety and quality of shops, restaurants, bars and open spaces around the apartment are very good. The accessibility and usability of the apartment itself are also very satisfactory. The living environment on the streets near the apartment is very good, for example, parking availability and rubbish collection are good, and there is no nuisance behaviour or traffic noise.

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

The apartment management team responds quickly to any issues raised. These issues are also resolved by professionals within a relatively short time schedule.

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

It would be helpful to know the noise level at night before checking in.


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Clare H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

5
5
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5

A joyful, welcoming community in the heart of Glasgow

Clare H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

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

Merchant City has everything you need – loads of great restaurants, bars, and shops, plus Glasgow Green is just around the corner. It’s a lively area but feels safe and friendly especially with the front of house 24/7 team. Transport is really convenient with both main train stations nearby and plenty of buses. It’s city centre living, so you do get some noise, but glazing in my appt was really good and I’ve had no issues with anti-social behaviour. Overall, a brilliant location with loads going on.

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

Yes, I had a few technical questions about setting up bills etc and they were super helpful.

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

You get so much more for your money here than usual rental options. The team put so much into it all.


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Shreya Mukherjee (Tenant)

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

5
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5

Overall, my time in Candleriggs has been wonderful,

Shreya Mukherjee (Tenant)

Candleriggs, G1

Jun 2025

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

The range and quality of shops has been brilliant. Convenience stores like tesco and sainsburys are less than 5 minutes away and there are plenty of bars and restaurants within a few minutes of walking distance. Location is 10/10!

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

All issues have been resolved quickly and efficiently by building management . I would really like to extend my gratitude to Laurie from the reception for helping me with any problems - she has supported me with all issues and has been lovely and kind throughout the move in process.

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

I think all information has been conveyed beforehand to moving in, there is nothing else I would have thought to have known before moving in.


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JB (Tenant)

Holland Park, G2

Jun 2025

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

The development has many good communal areas with high quality features

JB (Tenant)

Holland Park, G2

Jun 2025

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

As the development location is within a major city centre there is an abundance of shops, bars and restaurants with diverse cusines. Logistically, the location is prime for the Motorway, Railway and Airport access/links. Parking is plentiful with descent rates plus this development has on-site parking

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

The on-site FM team (including Dom) have been nothing short of excellent. They respond swiftly regarding my queries and always action/close out the issue quickly without any indication of them doing so.... great team.

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

The building management team really do encourage a community feel with weekly get togethers but place no pressure on individuals to partake. You don't see this wellbeing & inclusion quality when viewing the property but its there


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