A guide to living in Greater London

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

Aldgate East has turned out to be such a hidden gem. From the tube stop straight out your front door, to the incredibly restaurants in every direction, to the parks and markets just a short bike ride away, we've found this area to be so much more vibrant, exciting, and fun than we ever could have imagined.

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

Whether you need help getting all your packages upstairs or your laundry machine moved the Alma team rises to the occasion. It's super easy to fill out a maintenance request in their residents' app and they acknowledge it right away, taking the feedback seriously - no matter how big or small.

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

It is such an underrated treat to have a building management team that truly cares. It's not just about getting a maintenance request addressed - it's about getting your feet on the ground in a new city, coming home to people who care, and feeling like you're a part of a community, both within the building and throughout the surrounding area. The Alma is all that and more. Because of the relationships the staff have established with local restaurants, shops, and grocers, we've gotten to know so many other people throughout East London, ventured to new places we might have otherwise skipped, and had experiences we never expected. Whether it's a private tour of Whitechapel Gallery or a residents' event catered by Ara, we have absolutely loved getting to known this little corner of London.

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

Local shops, grocers, and transit links make this development convenient and well connected. However, the area tends to be noisy at night between the hospital close by, busy roads, and taverns and clubs.

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

Building management always deals with issues quite promptly and is always friendly. The only recurring issue which seems to be an ongoing problem is the trash chute not working.

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

I wish I had known more about the specific area as it’s quite loud and busy more often than not & has a decent amount of homeless activity.

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

The building is built right above Archway tube station and within two minutes of four grocery stores, which is incredibly convenient. There are some decent restaurants, pubs, and bakeries around, mixed with kebab stands and some lower end shops. The area itself is quite green and while the building is directly over a very busy area, the traffic and noise feels more vibrant than tiresome.

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

Somewhat, we've had a few minor issues with the refuge shoot that have not yet been fixed and some unfixable features with the hood and bathroom exhaust systems. Otherwise it all works well.

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

Moving in with a large moving truck is painful. There is a very long corridor with two lifts and the building will not privatise them during move-in, meaning it takes an inordinately long time to move in with any furniture.

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

Lots of nice local shops, new developments, local shops, fantastic transport links, very pet friendly.

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

Very quick. Very happy with services from Anu. Maintenance responds fast.

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

Nothing really everything was clear. Anu did a fantastic job with the viewing and following up information. Couldn’t have been better!

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

The Tube Finchley Road is across from the Quarters with jubilee and metropolitan line into London - a few stops to Bond street, Westminster or the other line to kings cross. Also 8 minutes to overground Finchley and Frogmore for across London - Shops for food and support all around - perfect location also communication links. The building is quiet with an amazing Japanese Restaurant - top quality. Main shop Waitrose across the road and immediate bus links. Could not be better

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

every issue was addressed immediately. The room cleans are to the highest standard. been here for nearly a year and for me all requirements were met and exceeded.

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

I did not expect such a high standard in all areas. I needed a base for London in the right location and The Quarters has meet and exceeded all my expectations. genuinely not a single issue only complements