A guide to living in Manchester

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

Really satisfied with everything about the area and building. A newly developed area with really close transport links one of the the Piccadilly station. Lots of parking around the building and even in the building. Clean bin storage, really friendly staff willing to help anytime, central location but not noisy.

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

Really quick and was able to fix every issue that came up in the apartment

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

Didn’t know how good the community was here especially the stuff

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

The good aspects is the local area, you are only a 10 minute walk max into town and the local transport links. The shops are on your doorstep with a general store opposite the building and an Aldi down the road. Ancoats is a cute upcoming area with cute bars and a great atmosphere.

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

Yes, we had an issue with some lights out and the team quickly resolved this for me which is great

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

Wish there was a gym on site but we believe there could be another one on site soon.

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

Great amenities - big local supermarket 5 minute walk away, brewerys across the road, coffee shops dotted around, and a big open local canal lined with bars and cafes. Transport links are excellent with it being only a 10 minute walk into the city centre and 5 minutes away from the Bee Network metrolink stop, bus stops dotted around too. The street that the building on is surprisingly quiet and safe feeling with little traffic noise. The apartments themselves are great at blocking out outside noise.

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

They've been prompt and eager to help! And have given us lots of information prior to settling in to make sure we were comfortable.

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

Just to be prepared that it gets quite hot in summer (if we have any nice weather!) Something to be thankful for in winter for sure, but investing in a fan is a good move.

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

I have lived in Anco & Co for almost 5 years now - and to be honest I can't imagine living anywhere else. The location is perfect, I would only leave when I go to buy my own flat and event then I want it to be in the exact location. Where in the world can you step outside your front door and be inside a supermarket or pub in less than 45 seconds. The location is incredible. Best neighbourhood in Manchester. And there is a monthly Markers Market on the doorstep in Cutting Room Square, it's a pretty unique place to live. I've met some of my closest friends living in Anco & Co, meeting on the roof in summer them becoming forever long friends. There is hardly ever any noise, considering how populated the area is. No negatives. Location is 11/10 - no notes!

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

Again, the issue with the gym downstairs - not really the building management's fault, however we've asked when this will be sorted and yet to receive an update.

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

That the gym isn't actually included within your rent, i.e. when it closed down, it was deemed as a 'luxury' rather than a staple of the building.

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

It is extremely close to city centre and Manchester Northern Quarter where most stores are. However the area itself is quite quiet annd very safe and never noisy. I love the green space across the street as well as the canal for a chill pet walk. The Aldi is less than 5 minutes away so perfect for getting your groceries. Transport wise the Piccadilly train station is so close and also bus stop is right outside, however the walk to Piccadilly Gardens main transport hub is so enjoyable and short. Living here also offers discounts to several restaurants and shops around.

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

Did not have any issues but always helpful and involved in the community life.

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

That a lot of parties and events are organised for residents. This is always lovely to socialise with the rest of the residents.