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57.4%

Very Good

29.3%

Average

10.1%

Disappointing

2.1%

Very poor

1.1%

Best places to live in East London

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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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Alma, E1

By Native Communities

4.86

4.86

(20 reviews)

Living at Alma allows residents to access a range of amenities and personal services. As well as personalised service, residents can enjoy exclusive invitations to private viewings, curated events and experiences developed in partnership with local creatives and independents.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 179 in East London

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Fortunes Dock, E16

By Grainger

4.79

4.79

(12 reviews)

Located minutes from Canning Town station with easy access to central London and Canary Wharf, Fortunes Dock offers beautiful open-plan apartments with excellent storage. Situated next to eateries, bars, coffee shops, and a Morrisons supermarket, Fortunes Dock is our second development in Hallsville Quarter - a new town centre regeneration transforming the area into a vibrant place to live. We have a selection of 1 & 2 bedroom homes to rent with a variety of lay-out options.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 179 in East London

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Award Winner 2025

Sailmakers, E14

By Greystar

Award winner 2025

4.73

4.73

(269 reviews)

£2,595-£4,150 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

Greystar's Sailmakers is a Build to Rent scheme, which comprises of 327 units. It is within the mixed-use Galliard Homes development, Harbour Central. The site is situated on the Isle of Dogs close to the River Thames, and less than a 10-minute walk from the heart of Canary Wharf. In addition, transport links come courtesy of nearby South Quay DLR and Canary Wharf's DLR and Underground services. Residents enjoy fast and frequent connections to the likes of Bank and Monument.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 179 in East London

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Dressage Court, E2

By Essential Living

Award winner 2024

4.72

4.72

(203 reviews)

£2,500-£4,500 pcm

1, 2, 3 beds

There are 104 rental-only one, two and three-bedroom apartments at Dressage Court, a development by Essential Living.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 179 in East London

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Riverstone Heights, E3

By Way of Life

Award winner 2025

4.67

4.67

(160 reviews)

Riverstone Heights is located on the banks of the River Lea. With a rooftop terrace mid-barbecue, a private lounge and dining room, Way of Life's newest residence is an elegant home in the heart of east London. Alongside thoughtfully designed apartments, the building’s first floor is dedicated to co-working; with meeting rooms, phone booths and a kitchen for residents. Residents can take meetings, or find a quiet corner to catch-up on their to-do list. Superfast WIFI and our onsite resident hosts are also included.
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Ranked 5th out of 179 in East London

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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'.

YS (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dressage Court, E2

Jan 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great location, amazing amenities and welcoming staff

YS (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Dressage Court, E2

Jan 2026

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

Great local food scene and walkable to some of the best parks in London - Vic park and London Fields. Amazing transport links, minutes from the tube, overground and Lizzy line meaning you have access to all of London & easy links to airports

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

Promptly, and have helped organise any repairs with ease

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

I didn’t know about all the community events that are held, love attending these to meet new people and enjoy the amenities in a social setting


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Ppate (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Tanneries, E15

Jan 2026

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

5
5
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5

Accurate and convenient

Ppate (Tenant)

Verified Resident

The Tanneries, E15

Jan 2026

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

Everything nearby so convenient,parking is secure but bin collection is not accurate, there’s always overflow

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

They responded very well, if something happens in morning issues will be resolved by afternoon.

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

Just great place to live and compared to all the other site properties, this is most affordable


Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating

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Daria (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Coppermaker Square, E20

Jan 2026

5
5
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5

Coppermaker

Daria (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Coppermaker Square, E20

Jan 2026

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

Stratford is generally a very good area to live in. It has excellent transport links with several underground and rail lines. Our favourite is the Elizabeth Line - it is new, comfortable and, in our opinion, the cleanest. There is also a large shopping centre nearby with a wide variety of shops, so everything you might need is close at hand. The area itself is divided into New Stratford and Old Stratford. We live in New Stratford and feel very comfortable and safe here. Old Stratford feels more mixed and sometimes less safe, but overall our experience living here has been very positive.

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

We had a great experience with the maintenance staff during our move-in, especially Val. He was extremely helpful and quickly resolved all minor issues we noticed when entering the new apartment. He also assisted us with the equipment and made sure everything was working properly. Val was very fast, professional, polite, and well-organized. All our questions and requests were handled efficiently and with great attention to detail. We truly appreciate his support - the entire process was smooth and stress-free thanks to his excellent work.

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

Overall, the viewing process was clear and we felt that everything was explained well before we moved in. One thing that would have been helpful to know in advance is that if you want to book certain shared spaces or private rooms within the building, this comes at an additional cost. At the same time, all common areas provided by the building are free to use, which is great. Another small practical point is storage: the wardrobe is quite spacious, but it is not internally organised, so you may need to buy additional shelves or organisers. This is not a major issue, but it was a bit challenging at the beginning, as we moved in with four suitcases and organising a completely empty wardrobe took some time.


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Sen s (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Coppermaker Square, E20

Jan 2026

5
5
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5

Great staff

Sen s (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Coppermaker Square, E20

Jan 2026

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

great location and facilities, have loved living here and the staff are always on hand to help whenever you need them

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

Respond quickly and professionally to aim to fix any problems

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

Explained proper use of the bin chute as people have been placing boxes down causing blockages

Manager response

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind review! We are so glad our team, specifically Koldo, was able to assist with your delivery. Our goal is to always ensure our customers have a smooth and stress-free experience. Thanks for choosing us!

Posted by

Affan Pathan, Assistant Manager

Jan 2026


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Alex H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Alma, E1

Dec 2025

5
5
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5

A fantastic team delivering a great experience

Alex H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Alma, E1

Dec 2025

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

Convenient location, close to Aldgate and Aldgate East stations and with amenities ans shops located nearby.

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

We haven't had realm problems living here, but the couple of minor issues we had were dealt promptly and efficiently.

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

N/A Nothing particular comes to mind. As more People have moved in, the gym is gettin more difficult to access, but that was to be expected

Manager response

Thank you very much for your thoughtful and positive feedback. It’s genuinely appreciated, and I’m delighted to hear that your experience with the building and the team has been such a good one. Your kind words about Daisy, Tom, myself, and the wider team mean a great deal. We always aim to be approachable, responsive, and proactive, so it’s reassuring to know that this has been reflected in how your queries and requests have been handled. Going the extra mile for our residents is something we truly care about. I’m also really pleased you’ve enjoyed the seasonal touches in the lobby. These small details are intended to create a welcoming and friendly atmosphere, so it’s lovely to know they’ve had a positive impact. Thank you as well for sharing your thoughts on the location and amenities. The convenience of Aldgate and Aldgate East, along with nearby shops and services, is certainly a key benefit of the area. We appreciate your understanding regarding the increased use of the gym as the building becomes busier. Your feedback is noted, and we continue to monitor usage to ensure the space remains as comfortable and functional as possible for everyone. It’s great to hear that the few minor issues you’ve experienced were resolved quickly and efficiently, and we truly value your recommendation of the landlord. Should you ever need anything further, please don’t hesitate to get in touch, I’m always happy to help.

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Olivia Purdie, Assistant Community Manager

Jan 2026


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