A guide to living in Scotland

Excellent

78.4%

Very Good

15.8%

Average

4.2%

Disappointing

0.9%

Very poor

0.6%

Best places to live in Scotland

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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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New Fountainbridge, EH3

By Native Communities

4.96

4.96

(36 reviews)

Studio, 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom homes to rent. Set along the scenic Union Canal and just a short stroll from the West End, Grassmarket and Edinburgh Castle, this thoughtfully designed development blends location, style and substance.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 54 in Scotland

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Dockside, EH6

By Dockside

Award winner 2025

4.94

4.94

(95 reviews)

Welcome to Dockside – a fresh take on waterfront living. Our vibrant new rental community offers sleek studios and spacious one, two, and three-bedroom apartments, combining stylish design with exceptional amenities.Imagine living in one of the world’s coolest neighbourhoods, where creativity and community collide. That’s Leith. Recognised by Time Out for its vibrant energy, Leith has a thriving start-up scene, eclectic arts culture, and a welcoming spirit.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 54 in Scotland

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The Point, AB10

By Colby River

Award winner 2025

4.9

4.90

(194 reviews)

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 54 in Scotland

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Holland Park, G2

By Moda Living

Award winner 2025

4.82

4.82

(108 reviews)

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.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 54 in Scotland

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Granary Quay, G11

By Colby River

Award winner 2024

4.81

4.81

(40 reviews)

You’ll find Granary Quay in a fantastic location on the north bank of the River Clyde just a short walk from Partick bus, rail and subway stations in Glasgow’s popular West End, which is known for its many vintage shop, coffee bars, restaurants and a vibrant street food scene, plus bars, a boutique cinema and arts venues. Granary Quay offers a wide range of studio, one and two bedroom apartments to choose from, and most have balconies or terraces. The majority of homes are available to rent furnished, with some unfurnished apartments also available - please contact for details. With 24/7 on-site management team to help make life easier, Granary Quay also features a superb array of onsite resident amenities including the ‘house kitchen’, co-working suite, lounge and TV area, bookable meeting room, gym and pet grooming room.
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Ranked 5th out of 54 in Scotland

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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'.

Ash G (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New Fountainbridge, EH3

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Brilliant New Central Development!

Ash G (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New Fountainbridge, EH3

May 2026

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

You feel right in the heart of the action here with Haymarket and the city centre just a ten minute walk away, but this is also balanced really nicely with close connections to the peaceful meadows and Morningside areas. Over all, the area is great.

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

Management is responsive and works to help solve any issues

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

Communication was clear prior to our move-in date and felt well informed.


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Leanne C (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New Fountainbridge, EH3

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Great place to live

Leanne C (Tenant)

Verified Resident

New Fountainbridge, EH3

May 2026

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

Great location to the city centre, train station and trams. Gorgeous views of the canal very quiet with no anti social behaviour around

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

Had one slight issue with a breeze and it was fixed within 24hours

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

Nothing , Euan made me aware of all the facilities.


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KB (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

May 2026

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Beautiful place with great potential for community.

KB (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Holland Park, G2

May 2026

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

Great location and great staff, we still struggle with behavior that’s not community centred. Team is very responsive though and takes good care of us. Sophie, Amy, Connor and the team are the best and very caring to snack addicted Westie.

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

The front house team and Connor have been fantastic. We have done temps though sometimes who know less about the building than we do. Props to Jose and the night team when they are on. I think it’s important for residents to know their staff.

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

The app is important - it’s where we share what’s happening in a large building.


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G Alatiah (Tenant)

Unverified

Holland Park, G2

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Safe, Comfortable and Well Managed Living Experience

G Alatiah (Tenant)

Unverified

Holland Park, G2

May 2026

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

The local area is very convenient with a good range of shops, cafes, and restaurants nearby. Transport links are excellent, making it easy to get around the city quickly. There are also nice open spaces to relax. The area is generally quiet, with minimal traffic noise, and feels safe.

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

Everything is fixed quickly and replies are quick.

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

Jose is truly an outstanding employee at Moda. He consistently goes above and beyond to make sure everything is in order and running smoothly. Whenever we are studying, he is always checking in to ensure we are comfortable, safe, and have everything we need. He takes great care in maintaining a quiet and focused environment, making sure the space is always suitable for studying. If there are any disturbances or loud noises, he handles them calmly and professionally, helping everyone stay on track. He is honest, friendly, and always approachable. You can rely on him at any time, and he is always willing to help with a positive attitude. His presence makes a big difference, and he plays an important role in creating such a supportive and productive environment.


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Lik Shan Wong (Tenant)

Unverified

Granary Quay, G11

May 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Friendly, inclusive, and comfortable staying in the student area of Glasgow

Lik Shan Wong (Tenant)

Unverified

Granary Quay, G11

May 2026

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

l feel really safe to live in this accommodation, the location is in the heart of a student area, lots of students around the building, which gives a vibrant energy to it.

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

The management team is very efficient most of the time!

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

l wish l know there is a shipbuilding factory just next to this building, sometimes it can be quite noisy in the evening.


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