A guide to living in Salford

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Average

4.0%

Disappointing

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Best places to live in Salford

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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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Eda, M50

By Una Living

Award winner 2025

4.97

4.97

(167 reviews)

Managed by Allsop Letting and Management until 1st June 2026. Eda has 290 units and sits at the top of Erie Dock in the heart of Salford Quays. Within easy walking distance to shops, restaurants, cafes and bars, with a tram stop right outside, it's well connected to Salford, Manchester and beyond.
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Ranked 1st out of 30 in Salford

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Chapel Wharf, M3

By Colby River

Award winner 2025

4.88

4.88

(442 reviews)

Chapel Wharf sits in the heart of Manchester. Comprising of a range of studios to 3-bed apartments, residents benefit from a pet friendly policy, an onsite gym as well as car/bike parking. In addition, there is a courtyard garden, a free 3,789sqft gym equipped with the latest range of cardio and functional training equipment from Technogym and a 3,641 sqft resident facility with homeworking facilities, two ‘house kitchens’, two lounges plus bookable entertaining spaces. As well as this, the development is just moments away from Manchester's famous shopping, entertainment and cultural scenes.
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Ranked 2nd out of 30 in Salford

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Duet MediaCityUK, M50

By Allsop Letting and Management

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4.87

4.87

(201 reviews)

Duet, newly managed by Allsop as of 1st November 2025 is adjacent to the bustling MediaCityUK on the waterfront in Salford Quays. There are wide range of local amenities, including 15 bars/restaurants, shopping outlets, leisure facilities, a cinema, a theatre, and a nursery. The development comprises 270 pet-friendly one, two and three-bedroom apartments to rent. In addition, the building also provides a 24-hour concierge service. Finally, it offers extensive communal spaces, including a fully equipped private gym.
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Ranked 3rd out of 30 in Salford

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Cortland at Colliers Yard, M3

By Cortland

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4.45

4.45

(112 reviews)

Welcome home to Cortland at Colliers Yard, where luxury meets convenience in the heart of Manchester. Our skyline apartments combine modern design with everyday comfort, offering residents a vibrant lifestyle and exceptional amenities. Amenities include 24-hour concierge, Coworking Spaces, Board Room and private Zoom booths, Fitness centre and wellness studio, Club lounge , Golf simulator and dedicated games room, Private dining and entertainment spaces and Secure parking and cycle storage.
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Ranked 4th out of 30 in Salford

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Oxbow, M5

By Greystar

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4.39

4.39

(181 reviews)

Oxbow offers a collection of one, two and three-bedroom rental homes. It is located close to the River Irwell and only a 12-minute walk away from Salford Central train station. Additionally, it gives residents access to an impressive range of facilities, including onsite gym and a 24-hour on-site team. We are a pet friendly site with a dedicated pet friendly area which forms part of the main external amenity space. The outside area benefits from external seating/sun loungers and a resident BBQ for use when the weather permits.
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Ranked 5th out of 30 in Salford

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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'.

Donny (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Oxbow, M5

Jun 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Nice place to live

Donny (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Oxbow, M5

Jun 2026

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

Have a retail park nearby, you can alonst get everything needed. And it is easy to access to city centre, either walking, taking the bus is convenient

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

Recently we have raised a maintenance request with management office and they sent Dave to fix the tap leakage. And he response quick and fix the tap efficient

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

Nice gym place, pet friendly apartment, responsible management team


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TE (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Oxbow, M5

Jun 2026

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Oxbow - a great place to live

TE (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Oxbow, M5

Jun 2026

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

The apartment complex is really well located. A short walk from handy bus stops and railway stations, Peel Park, and a selection of bars and restaurants. Deansgate is only 10-15mins walk. No major disturbances from the surrounding road network, as the flats are really well soundproofed.

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

The building management team have been brilliant in responding to problems or issues

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

On street parking is a nightmare. You will almost always need to pay to park in a nearby car park.


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Felix Still (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Duet MediaCityUK, M50

Jun 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

Excellent Development in a Fantastic Location

Felix Still (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Duet MediaCityUK, M50

Jun 2026

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

The local area offers an excellent balance of convenience, amenities, and green space. There is a fantastic range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants, and bars within easy walking distance. Public transport links are excellent, with regular bus, tram, and rail services providing quick access to the city centre and surrounding areas. The streets are clean and well-maintained, and bin collections are reliable. There are also several parks and open spaces nearby. While traffic can occasionally be busy during peak times, this is a minor issue compared to the overall quality of the area. It feels safe, vibrant, and well-connected, making it a great place to live.

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

Building management has always responded quickly and effectively to any issues I have raised. The team is friendly, professional, and genuinely committed to ensuring residents have a positive living experience, (Mia was especially patient, friendly and consistent). It has been reassuring to know that support is readily available whenever needed.

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

The quality of the building, the professionalism of the management team, and the excellent local amenities exceeded my expectations. Everything from transport links to nearby shops, restaurants, and leisure facilities is easily accessible. My advice to new residents would simply be to make the most of everything the area has to offer, as there is far more available than you might initially realise.


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Alice Yeung (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Clippers Quay, M50

Jun 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A Fantastic Development with a Five-Star Team!

Alice Yeung (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Clippers Quay, M50

Jun 2026

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

There are plenty of quality shops and restaurants nearby, making the area very convenient. The public transport is excellent, with easy access to both buses and trams. Living here is generally great, though there is sometimes some traffic noise at night, but it is totally acceptable for city living. The open spaces are lovely, and if any BBQ facilities were provided in the future, it would definitely be a bonus!

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

The building management team has been incredibly responsive. Whenever I raise an issue, Darren and his team handle it quickly. Leila ensures flat problems are resolved seamlessly and professionally, while Queenie goes entirely above and beyond to sort out any moving or check-in issues smoothly.

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

One thing that is helpful to know before moving in is how seamless internal moves can be within the development. If you ever need to upgrade or change flats, the process is incredibly smooth thanks to Queenie and the team going above and beyond to assist with the transition. Also, while the vibrant location means you might experience a bit of typical city traffic noise at night, it is completely manageable. The unbeatable convenience of having excellent tram and bus links right on your doorstep, alongside a top-tier reception team like Leila and Darren, easily outweighs any minor city noise!


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Kieran i (Tenant)

Unverified

Oxbow, M5

Jun 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great place to live

Kieran i (Tenant)

Unverified

Oxbow, M5

Jun 2026

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

Good local shops nearby, with plenty of green space and parks within a 5-10 minute walk. Bus links into the city centre and 2 train stations within 5-10 minute walk away. Theres limited street parking, but offer fob access secure parking within the building. Traffic noise is non existent, and the bins are collected regularly.

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

Yes, if we have a maintenance issue, they tend to have it resolved within 24-48 hours of the issue being reported!

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

Nothing, the team were very helpful in explaining everything when viewing the building and apartment


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