A guide to living in Leeds

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

There are plenty of amenities close by, and it is a very short walk to the town centre. There is some street parking available, but it is for permit holders only, which limits those who can visit by driving.

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

I had issues with the maintenance of my toilet which was solved quickly. I found communication easy and the issue was fixed quickly.

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

The variety and social aspect of the events organised at the building are a great selling point.

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

Excellent cultural and social life. Loads of green spaces and outdoor options.also the city is well connected by rail

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

Building management has generally been responsive. With the most efficient.

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

One thing I wish I knew is the importance of understanding service charges and management fees upfront

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

Great location, near a lot of supermarkets, Asda, Tesco, Aldi and Crossgates shopping centre, are all at a walking distance. Nearby transport with a short bus ride to the city centre, designated parking spot in the complex, it is a nice place to live.

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

Yes, issues I’ve had in the past have always been responded to in a timely manner

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

That if you want to carry on a tenancy once it’s ended the management will constantly put the price of the rent up every time, doesn’t matter if you are a loyal tenant.

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

being in the city centre, it is ideally located with a range of supermarkets and coffee shops nearby.

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

The building management always helped me with whatever problems I had expect for the fact they enter my apartment without my knowledge. I would like it better If I got a previous notice at least. I’d also like if they don’t open the door if there was no response and maybe send and email to reschedule.

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

if you are looking to pay the rent upfront for six months, they take the second installment of 6 months after month 4.

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

Leeds city center - great area.close to Costco Building work going on nearby which you can hear in the mornings which is a slight annoyance but windows are well soundproofed

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

Within 48 hours not many problems the place comes well furnished

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

Not a lot, if you’ve lived in Leeds before it is a good area especially with access to facilities.