A guide to living in East London

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

It’s really close to the station and all amenities and grocery shops are walking distance away. Alongside there’s also good areas to talk a long relaxing walk.

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

All maintenance requests are dealt efficiently and with urgency.

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

I wish I knew the amazing community fizzy has- feels like a small family

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

Alma is in a fantastic location with a wide range of shops, restaurants, cafés and bars all within walking distance. Transport links are excellent, with Aldgate East, Aldgate and Liverpool Street stations nearby, making it very convenient to travel across London. The street is generally lively but feels safe, and building management keeps communal areas and bin collections super well maintained.

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

The building management team has been responsive and helpful whenever I have raised an issue. Communication has generally been clear, and any concerns have been addressed in a timely and professional manner. Overall, I have found the management to be extremely friendly and committed to maintaining a positive living environment.

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 how busy and lively the area can be, especially during peak hours. While the location is extremely convenient with great transport links and amenities, the surrounding streets can sometimes feel quite fast-paced and noisy compared to what you might expect from a viewing. It’s not necessarily a negative, but it’s something worth being aware of before moving in so you know what to expect day to day.

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

The experience staying here has been great and I highly recommend. The reception and management team were friendly and helpful throughout our tenancy. Special thanks to Paul Hegba from the resident services team for the support throughout the process. Overall, we really enjoyed living here and would be happy to recommend Argo Apartments.

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

Great service throughout, thanks for the help in this

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

Great service throughout, thanks for the help in this

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

All the neighbours are lovely, a local shop is easily accessible and well stocked. It is well connected to DLR with Langdon Park and All saints around the corner.

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

They were proactive in solving issues once raised and sorted immediately. Not only this, but they did a remarkable job.

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

Would just bring a fan for the heatwave, bedroom gets a bit hot sometimes

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

The local area offers a good mix of shops, restaurants and cafés, making it convenient for both everyday needs and leisure activities. The transport links are excellent, with easy access to public transport and major routes from Canning Town station, making commuting straightforward. The street itself is generally well maintained and feels safe. Noise levels are reasonable for an urban area, and I have not experienced any significant issues with anti-social behaviour. Overall, it is a convenient and enjoyable place to live.

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

They have been responsive and proactive in contacting me with updates which has been particularly helpful.

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

Nothing significant comes to mind. The information provided before move-in was clear, and any questions I had were answered promptly by the Resident Services team, in particular Paul who I have had most contact with. The transition into the building was smooth and straightforward.