A guide to living in Scotland

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

everything is close by, nice architecture, lovely granite buildings, nice view of Union Terrace Gardens, probably the nicest part of the city centre

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

they have responded quickly and offered solutions, done checks and kept on top of things

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

I wish i had seen more of the roof terrace it is truly impressive

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

I’ve had an amazing 10 month at Granary, honestly an absolute belter of an experience and I’m so sad that my time is up. From introductions, the team have been wonderful, professional and highly approachable, and always ready with a smile — no matter what the situ. Nothing has ever been too much trouble, with issues, concerns or queries dealt with ASAP. The staff work incredibly hard behind the scenes, and it shows. The building is always immaculate, the atmosphere is welcoming, and there’s a genuine sense that they care about all residents. The amazing residents events, arranged and hosted have added so much to the spirit of everyone through a fantastic 2025 river Clyde summer, and will be in my memories for years to come. Like a very good Clydeside Distillery’s “wee dram” it is rare to find a team so there for you, and heart warming all the time. “Bidh mi ag ionndrainn a h-uile duine agaibh” (I will miss every one of you.) 💙

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

Promptly dealt with as quickly as humanly possible.

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

These properties are highly efficient from a rental market perspective compared to old rentals in the area.

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

Parking lot and garbage room are downstairs and easy to access. All kinda bars, restaurants and supermarkets are all cross the street. You also can enjoy peaceful coffee time in Starbucks every morning.

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

Quick and responsible Helpful and patient care All good

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

Personally speaking, everything was perfect and smooth when I lived in the apartment. However this was my first time to take care of all bills, this could be a little bit confusing 🫤

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

Lots of things to do close by. The apartments are not far from the city centre, but are also nice and quite beside the canal. I love that I can walk into the city but can also enjoy a walk down the canal and see the swans swim past my window!

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

Management has responded quickly and been able to resolve the few problems I’ve had.

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

There’s nothing I wish I had known prior to it again as all information was provided clearly from the start.

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

Overall, the apartment offers very good facilities and is well maintained, providing a comfortable living environment. The surrounding area is convenient, with a good range of local shops and supermarkets within walking distance, making daily shopping easy. Transport links are generally reliable, although the location is slightly far from my place of study; however, this has not caused any major inconvenience in daily life. The street is generally quiet, with limited traffic noise and no significant anti-social behaviour. One minor drawback is that rubbish disposal is slightly inconvenient compared to other places I have lived, but this does not significantly affect the overall living experience.

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

When I first moved in, there was an issue with the hob in my apartment. I reported the problem to building management, and the maintenance team responded very efficiently. Josh and Andrew from the maintenance department handled the issue and resolved it quickly. Their response was prompt and professional, and the problem was fixed without any delay. I really appreciate their help and the excellent level of support provided.

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

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is the exact orientation of each apartment within the development. It would be very helpful if the website clearly indicated which block an apartment is located in, as well as whether it faces the garden or the street. This information is not always obvious during a standard viewing, but it can make a noticeable difference to natural light, noise levels, and overall living experience. Having this detail available online would be a useful improvement and a helpful reference for future residents.