A guide to living in City of Glasgow

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

The building is quiet despite being near the motorway, you really don’t hear much noise. The building itself is also calm and quiet and a great place to work, study or relax. The location is superb just being west end and city centre! There is a large Lidl nearby, plus cafes, bars and gyms so it ticks all the boxes for us.

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

Michael from maintenance has been great from the start and always on hand to help!

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

It’s a quiet space and a mix of students, families and young couples. It’s very chill and quiet which we didn’t expect but do enjoy.

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

The local area is great. But there are lots of pubs and bars in the area so it can be loud and there are drunk people. There are also a lot of students and Tennants who smoke weed so it can smell bad in the lifts sometimes. And there are suspected drug addicts around the rear of the building as there are often needles. The bins are collected sporadically, they get full very quickly so it can start to smell. There is a Q park nearby.

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

Yes but they’re at the mercy of the owners I’m assuming.

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

I wish I’d known that hearing and hot water were such a problem And I also wish I’d known that the smell of weed was so common. It smells so strong.

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

I’ve had an amazing 10 month at Granary, honestly an absolute belter of an experience and I’m so sad that my time is up. From introductions, the team have been wonderful, professional and highly approachable, and always ready with a smile — no matter what the situ. Nothing has ever been too much trouble, with issues, concerns or queries dealt with ASAP. The staff work incredibly hard behind the scenes, and it shows. The building is always immaculate, the atmosphere is welcoming, and there’s a genuine sense that they care about all residents. The amazing residents events, arranged and hosted have added so much to the spirit of everyone through a fantastic 2025 river Clyde summer, and will be in my memories for years to come. Like a very good Clydeside Distillery’s “wee dram” it is rare to find a team so there for you, and heart warming all the time. “Bidh mi ag ionndrainn a h-uile duine agaibh” (I will miss every one of you.) 💙

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

Promptly dealt with as quickly as humanly possible.

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

These properties are highly efficient from a rental market perspective compared to old rentals in the area.

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

Parking lot and garbage room are downstairs and easy to access. All kinda bars, restaurants and supermarkets are all cross the street. You also can enjoy peaceful coffee time in Starbucks every morning.

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

Quick and responsible Helpful and patient care All good

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

Personally speaking, everything was perfect and smooth when I lived in the apartment. However this was my first time to take care of all bills, this could be a little bit confusing 🫤

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

Overall, the apartment offers very good facilities and is well maintained, providing a comfortable living environment. The surrounding area is convenient, with a good range of local shops and supermarkets within walking distance, making daily shopping easy. Transport links are generally reliable, although the location is slightly far from my place of study; however, this has not caused any major inconvenience in daily life. The street is generally quiet, with limited traffic noise and no significant anti-social behaviour. One minor drawback is that rubbish disposal is slightly inconvenient compared to other places I have lived, but this does not significantly affect the overall living experience.

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

When I first moved in, there was an issue with the hob in my apartment. I reported the problem to building management, and the maintenance team responded very efficiently. Josh and Andrew from the maintenance department handled the issue and resolved it quickly. Their response was prompt and professional, and the problem was fixed without any delay. I really appreciate their help and the excellent level of support provided.

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 the exact orientation of each apartment within the development. It would be very helpful if the website clearly indicated which block an apartment is located in, as well as whether it faces the garden or the street. This information is not always obvious during a standard viewing, but it can make a noticeable difference to natural light, noise levels, and overall living experience. Having this detail available online would be a useful improvement and a helpful reference for future residents.