Liverpool apartments present an affordable opportunity for first-time buyers. They’re also perfect if you want fast access to everything this culturally thriving city has to offer. Whether you desire to live in the centre of the action or more peaceful environs, there’s a development for you. Read on to discover the Top 10 Liverpool apartments for sale – as rated by verified residents.
Where is Liverpool?
Nestled east of the River Mersey and with a view across the Irish Sea, Liverpool is a Merseyside borough with a city of the same name. The area has a robust economic connection with Manchester (c. 35 miles) via road, while London lies 176 miles to the southeast.
Just across the river, you’ll find the Wirral Peninsula. Meanwhile, the wider Merseyside area borders Lancashire to the north east, Greater Manchester to the east, and Cheshire to the south.
Liverpool apartments: Top 10 developments for sale
So, which of our Liverpool apartment developments rank best for design, value, management, location and more? Instead of taking developers at face value, we have invited actual residents to tell us what they really think. Here are the Top 10 according to their ratings and reviews.
*PLEASE NOTE these rankings take into account how many reviews a scheme has and how recently those reviews have been submitted, so may not match the overall star ratings shown. Buildings with a larger number of more recent reviews are given a greater weighting to reflect current building performance.
At the top of the table, Elysian Fields is a residential development managed by Danos Management Ltd and includes a range of one and two-bedroom apartments, located in the popular Ropewalks area, a 10-minute walk from the city centre. Just half a mile away is Liverpool Lime Street train station, which has access to a range of rail services, including Virgin Trains and Merseyrail. Residents regularly mention the excellent appliances, the good maintenance service, and the quiet location.
In close second we have No.1 Princes Dock, a development from Peel Holdings which comprises 162 apartments over 22 storeys. Residents benefit from high-speed broadband and a 24-hour concierge service, with one reviewer saying that they couldn’t praise them enough. The development has canalside views, bike storage and ‘great’ car parking. We’ve also been informed that the new building management team in place have been busy upgrading the communal areas and the cladding.
Capturing third place in the very competitive Liverpool rankings, East Village is a mixed-use development comprising 237 apartments, restaurants, ground floor retail, commercial and leisure units and a 70,000 square foot Liverpool Community College Faculty Building.
The development is located at the heart of the Ropewalks area of Liverpool city centre and enjoys proximity to the city’s shopping and commercial core, and attractions such as Albert Dock and China Town.
In fourth, Brunswick Park is a New Brunswick Village Ltd. development located in Brunswick, right next to the station, which has direct links to central Liverpool. The development offers 79 apartments, spread over 6 storeys and residents benefit from large ensuite bedrooms, balconies and secure parking spaces.
Taking the middle spot on this list, Hudson Gardens is a residential development by Living Bricks, featuring a range of apartments. The development is situated in the Chinatown district, 600 metres from Philharmonic Hall, only 1.1 km from Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral and 1.4 km from Liverpool ONE. There is also a hotel on the site.
Nimbly sliding into sixth place, Quay Central is located in the wider Central Docks development – Liverpool Water’s future cultural and leisure hub. The development has 108 units in total. As well as high quality finishes, the flats benefit from great views over the river.
In seventh, and located on Horsfall Street, we have Kaber Court. This is a residential development just a short walk away from Brunswick station with links to Merseyrail rail services. The developments sits on the fringe of Liverpool City Centre with access to a wide range of shops and restaurants.
Taking eighth place, 7 The Strand is a residential development by Primesite Developments, situated not too far from the Liverpool waterfront and within walking distance from a range of bars, restaurants and shopping facilities. The development is only a 0.1 mile walk away from Liverpool James Street station.
Alexandra Tower, owned by Mersey Investments Ltd, sits on the River Mersey and also currently sits in ninth place. Built in 2008, the tower comprises 201 apartments across 27 storeys. Residents here benefit from secure indoor parking and also an entry-phone access system. As well as this, the development has a 24 hr concierge and riverside views.
Taking 10th place in our ranking of apartments for sale in Liverpool, X1 The Quarter is a large development by X1. A total of five buildings form The Quarter: The Tower, The Terrace, The Studios, The Courtyard and The Gallery. Located in a prime position for commuters, the development benefits from good transport links. The scheme also benefits from being a 5 minutes walk from the world-famous Albert Dock.
Liverpool is a city that fuses culture, music, and beautiful architecture, both old and new. You may remember when the city was crowned the European Capital of Culture in 2008. With a plethora of historic buildings, sculptures, and Victorian docks that hark back to the area’s maritime heritage, it’s easy to see why.
Of course, Liverpool is also famous for nurturing talents such as The Beatles, Elvis Costello, and many other big names. But this is just one of many draws. Alongside a still pulsing live music, club and bar scene, you’ll find amazing racecourses and golfing greens, and two Premier League football teams.
Other highlights include a wealth of galleries, theatres and unmissable exhibitions, not to mention some fantastic shopping amenities. If retail therapy is your thing, check out Liverpool ONE – an iconic open-air shopping district on the waterfront. Beyond this, a range of lovely parks and gardens provide serenity and safe spaces for families to enjoy.
Transport in Liverpool
Liverpool has numerous options for getting around. Services from Lime Street Station and Liverpool South Parkway offer fast connections to London Euston and Liverpool John Lennon Airport. As well as this, local networks connect Merseyside to the surrounding towns and cities.
By road, the M62 links to Hull, Manchester, Leeds, and Bradford. The M6 also provides an easy route to Birmingham, from where you can join the M1 to London. In addition, the Wirral Peninsula lies just across the Kingsway and Queensway Tunnels, while bridges cross the river in the south. Passenger ferry services (including to Ireland and the Isle of Man) and a bike hire scheme grant more options.
Liverpool property prices
Zoopla’s August 2023 data reveals that the average cost for a home in Liverpool is about £193,000. If you want to snap up a Liverpool apartment, it’s also good to know that flats currently average around £151,000. At £141,000, terraced homes were slightly less expensive than apartments. Meanwhile, a semi-detached property will set you back about £233,000.
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