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The McEwan, EH3

By Moda Living

Award Winner 2024
4.92

4.92

(166 reviews)

£1,281-£2,940 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

The McEwan is located in the heart of Fountainbridge, just a few minute walk away from Haymarket Train Station. There are 476 brand new, state of the art rental homes. Residents have access to a wide range of amenity spaces including a gym, studio, cinema room, a co-working space, shared lounges and public spaces. On site, there are also two private dining rooms with panoramic views over the City and Edinburgh Castle. In addition, The McEwan has 24 hour concierge and maintenance services and the development is also pet-friendly.
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Ranked 1st out of 50 in Scotland

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Candleriggs, G1

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

4.92

4.92

(20 reviews)

Candleriggs offers studio, 1, 2, and 3 bedroom boutique apartments to rent in the heart of Merchant City. Residents can enjoy free superfast broadband and social events. Additionally, there are communal gardens, sky terraces, and spaces to work, play, and relax—all included in your rent.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 50 in Scotland

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The Point, AB10

By Dandara Living

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4.87

4.87

(158 reviews)

£650-£3,978 pcm

Studios, 1, 6 beds

The Point is a unique development of studio apartments centrally located in the Schoolhill area of Aberdeen. The development has a free resident's gym, TV and screening rooms, co-working facilities, residents lounges and bookable rooms for parties and events. The on-site team are available 24/7 and include customer service and maintenance teams. Aberdeen Train and Bus Station, the city's main retail and leisure district and the Union Square shopping mall, which is home to over 150 retail outlets and the 10-screen Cineworld Multiplex. A 2-minute walk will take you to Belmont Street, home to some of the city's most popular bars, cafes and restaurants. Aberdeen University is 1.4 miles away and Robert Gordon University 2.7 miles to the south. It's a great place to base yourself if you're studying or working in Aberdeen and utility bills and superfast broadband are also included in the rent.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 50 in Scotland

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Minerva Square, G3

By Cording Residential

4.85

4.85

(18 reviews)

Minerva Square consisting of 113 apartments across two buildings is a brand new built to rent development offering a range of apartment types; 1 bedroom/ 1 bathroom, 2 bedrooms/1 bathroom, 2 bedrooms/2 bathrooms, 2 bedroom penthouses with wrap around terraces and 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. Many of the apartments benefit from balconies enjoying far reaching views of the south side looking over the modern architecture of the SEC Armadillo and OVO Hydro, or with stunning views of the historical Glasgow University, Kelvingrove and the West End to the north. The SECC train station is within walking distance offering train links to all major towns.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 50 in Scotland

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Holland Park, G2

By Moda Living

Award Winner 2024
4.75

4.75

(45 reviews)

£1,052-£3,035 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

Holland Park in Glasgow features 433 high-tech apartments spread across four buildings. Residents have access to a wide range of facilities including a 24hr gym, 24hr concierge and co-working and meeting rooms. In addition, the development is pet-friendly and wifi is included.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 50 in Scotland

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Siobhan (Tenant)

PLATFORM_ in Glasgow, G3

Apr 2025

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Unrivaled Luxury Accommodation

Siobhan (Tenant)

PLATFORM_ in Glasgow, G3

Apr 2025

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

My first experience of the Platform team, during my initial viewing experience with Amanda, ensured that I had the best treatment possible. This stellar team has pulled together a five star experience that has made it possible for me to realize that the top class’Rent Reimagined’ ethos is a really a dream come true. Felicia was the next person to show me that I was really home! She was just lovely with her welcoming me to my new apartment, even giving me some cutlery when I was waiting on my mountain of deliveries to come. Then there is the lovely Alyssa who pulled out all the stops to help me settle into a brand new life here. Building manager Duncan then became the next employee of distinction who took time out of his busy schedule to take me on a personal tour of my new apartment complex and even offered to give me a wristband to help me get into my new place. I’ve never had an apartment like this. It’s brand new, exceptionally clean and comfortable, as well as being and well maintained, it is like living in Barbie’s dream house! Thank you everyone, including the back office employees and onsite staff, who are undoubtedly beavering away behind the scenes to ensure residents have a fantastic experience at this truly amazing place in the heart of a city that lauds its people for making it! ! I’m so very grateful to everyone involved in Platform Glasgow for making it possible for me to be lucky enough to experience this simply out of this world adventure of a lifetime! Thank you all so very much! Ps. I’m so sorry about the mountain of packages you guys have been dealing with as I make it home!

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

I reported a small problem with my washing machine that came loose when I used it for the first time but it is not a big problem. I really don’t have anything to complain about because the staff has been very helpful and supportive of my needs.

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

I am so glad that I got the chance to meet so many amazing people in a community centric setting! First class accommodation!

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Alessandro (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Granary Quay, G11

Apr 2025

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great experience at Granary Quay!

Alessandro (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Granary Quay, G11

Apr 2025

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

Granary Quay is in an excellent position. Close to the Centre and to the West End. The area provides everything necessary for everyday life, including two major shopping centres. For anything else, a short bus or metro ride (less than 20 mins in both cases) leads to all services someone might need. While being so much immersed in the city, the building is still quiet and protected from traffic and noise of the very close Dumbarton Rd. Sometimes, I have the impression of living outside the city and this is very relaxing.

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

The staff is great! Every time I had a problem, they responded quickly and effectively.

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

The availability of common areas adds a lot of value. The design of the apartments is great and it makes it possible to live comfortably in a small space.

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Arman M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Apr 2025

5
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This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Best Flat in Edinburgh

Arman M (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Apr 2025

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

Leith walk is just a short walk away with any store you could ask from ranging from grocery shops to cafe!

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

Yes, all issues were looked at/resolved same day sometimes even the same hour!

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

I wish the bedroom had a proper wardrobe as it’s quite hard to store clothes with that limited space

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N S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Apr 2025

5
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Amazing building with amazing facilities.

N S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Kingsford Residence, EH7

Apr 2025

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

Leith walk is just a short walk from the property, which has every shop one can imagine. On the other side, Lidl and Tesco in canon mills are also just a ten minute walk. I do wish that there were more convenient bus routes outside the building, but in terms of walking it’s amazing.

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

Whenever we have had an issue we have simply emailed management and they’ve gotten back to us incredibly fast.

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

If you enjoy cooking, the kitchen space can be quite small, but it is extremely worth it for how beautifully built it is.

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Tony Izzard (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Minerva Square, G3

Apr 2025

5
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Brilliant Minerva Glasgow

Tony Izzard (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Minerva Square, G3

Apr 2025

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

Location location location! Absolutely brilliant. Literally a minutes walk all your needs including train station into city centre, a minutes walk to local discounted health and sports centre, a few minutes walk to local supermarket markets and fabulous choice of bars and restaurants. Finnieston is a lovely and vibrant area with so much to do.

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

First class service! If I have had any queries or queries these have always been responded to immediately.

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

The apartments are in an immaculate condition we love the layout of the rooms - we really like the interior colour schemes and choice of interior furniture and fittings is brilliant. Really easy to maintain and keep clean and tidy. It’s also great to have Julie located on site and on hand to deal with issues - very friendly and welcoming in helping me and my wife settle in.

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