A guide to living in North West England

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Lots of nice shops and restaurants within a short walk. Really close to Victoria station and tram stops.

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

Maintenance requests have been handled really quickly.

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The building has good access to so many good shops and restaurants, the arndale being so close is really handy.

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Living around Deansgate Towers is generally very convenient, especially because of the central location. There is a good range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and bars within easy walking distance, so most everyday needs are well covered. There are also some pleasant open spaces nearby, although being in the city centre means there is less greenery than in more residential areas. Transport links are very good, with convenient access to buses, trams and train services, making it easy to get around Manchester and further afield without a car. The downside of the central location is that traffic can be busy at peak times and journeys by car can sometimes be slow. The immediate area is lively and generally pleasant to live in. Parking can be limited and relatively expensive, particularly for visitors. Bin collections are generally manageable, although communal waste areas can occasionally become busy. As with most city-centre locations, there can sometimes be noise from traffic, nightlife and people returning home late at night, especially at weekends. Overall, the convenience, transport links and choice of amenities outweigh the occasional noise and parking issues.

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

Building management has generally been helpful and responsive when issues have been raised. Most problems are acknowledged quickly and dealt with professionally, although occasionally some maintenance requests can take longer than expected to resolve. Communication is usually clear, and overall the management team makes a reasonable effort to address residents’ concerns.

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

I wish I had known how lively and sometimes noisy the surrounding area can be, particularly at weekends and during busy events. It’s one of the trade-offs of such a central location. I’d also recommend checking parking arrangements and any additional building or service charges carefully before moving in. On the positive side, I didn’t fully appreciate just how convenient the location would be for shops, restaurants and public transport until I lived here. Overall, the convenience is a big advantage, but it’s worth being prepared for the usual noise and activity that comes with city-centre living.

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The area is exceptionally well-serviced and boasts a highly strategic location. There is no shortage of excellent restaurants and cafes nearby. Highly recommended.

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

I only moved in 3 weeks ago so didn’t get a chance to. However my washing machine wasn’t working and they have quickly fixed it which is excellent

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The only downside is the concierge availability in the North Tower. I would love to see it staffed 24/7; currently, there are times I visit the desk and no one is there. Additionally, calls to the urgent number during these gaps often go unanswered.

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We have been living here for 5 years now, signed up for another one, so is clear that we do love this building :) The location is impecable. Since grainger took the building, things have improved considerably and I think we have to thank Hag for that. He is always there to fix whatever needs to be fixing, always a nice welcome and pleasant. Thanks!

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

Yes, all of them and also to the changes I wanted to make in the apartment, impecable.

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We did have a moth issue for a while but has been now controlled thanks to Hag and his efforts to improve the building.

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Great amenities nearby and only a 20 min walk to Chorlton, 10 min tram to deansgate or 25 mins to Altrincham. Traffic isn’t as bad as I thought when cricket or football matches are on.

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

If ive raised anything it has usually been resolved within 24 hours.

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

How good it is to have a parcel room. How quick it is to get the lift compared to other places. The front desk has trollies you can use to move stuff in. How good the lighting is with the big windows.