Company
Website: www.ilivearound.com
No. of developments: 11
- Development locations: London, North West England, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
HomeViews Awards
Awards displayed are those earned by the Company in the past 24 months
7 Excellence Awards
8 Design Awards
8 Facilities Awards
7 Location Awards
8 Value Awards
8 Management Awards
Company
Website: www.ilivearound.com
No. of developments: 11
Development locations: London, North West England, West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber
HomeViews Awards
7 Excellence Awards
8 Design Awards
8 Facilities Awards
7 Location Awards
8 Value Awards
8 Management Awards
Developments by ila
Viewing 1-5 out of 11

Pall Mall Press, L3
Award winner 2025
4.74
(159 reviews)
Ranked 6th out of 31 in Liverpool

Equipment Works, E17
Award winner 2024
4.36
(95 reviews)
Ranked 3rd out of 12 in Walthamstow

Swan Street House, M4
Award winner 2025
4.68
(86 reviews)
Ranked 8th out of 68 in Manchester

Sherborne Place, B16
Award winner 2024
4.68
(85 reviews)
Ranked 8th out of 42 in Birmingham

Hairpin House, B12
Award winner 2024
4.77
(83 reviews)
Ranked 14th out of 42 in Birmingham
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Developments by ila
Experience
4.6
Value
4.4
Location
4.6
Facilities
4.5
Management
4.6
Design
4.6
Viewing 1-5 out of 586
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'.
Adam C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Such a great place to live.
Adam C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Manchester is a great place to live. There are so many great shops and places to live nearby. Nothing bad about the area at all.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes. But we haven’t really had any problems or issues.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing really. They explained everything before we moved.
Alcindo (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Great
Alcindo (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The local area is an excellent place to live, with a great selection of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and bars all within easy reach. There are also attractive parks and open green spaces nearby, providing plenty of opportunities for walking, exercise and relaxation. Transport links are very convenient, with regular public transport services and good access to major routes, making commuting and travelling straightforward. The street itself is quiet, well maintained and friendly, with reliable bin collections and a pleasant community atmosphere. Overall, the area offers a high quality of life with everything needed for comfortable day-to-day living.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Holly, Jay, Josh are amazing. They are professional, approachable and responsive. Any questions or concerns have been handled efficiently, with clear communication and a helpful attitude throughout.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known just how well managed and welcoming the development would be. The sense of community, quality of the facilities and convenience of the location have all exceeded my expectations and made settling in very easy.
Cait H (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Lovely place to live
Cait H (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
It’s a really lovely place to live with lots of bars and restaurants. It’s really close to town and also Shudehill which makes the rest of Manchester really accessible.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
They are quick to resolve any issues and are very communicative.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Nothing at all - no surprises after moving in at all ….
KG (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Great experience
KG (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Fantastic location , right next to all the shops and bars - easy to get to NQ . Easy access to all transport
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Extremely quickly and efficiently. We’ve only had 3 main issues and all have been resolved
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
How many facilities there were - I didn’t realise just how many
Qasim s (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Swan Street House is a modern development that offers convenient city-centre living
Qasim s (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Swan Street House, M4
Jun 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Living at Swan Street House puts you right in the heart of Manchester, with a huge range of shops, supermarkets, cafés, restaurants and bars all within walking distance. The Northern Quarter is nearby, offering plenty of independent businesses and places to eat. There are also several green spaces and parks accessible by public transport. Transport links are excellent, with Manchester Victoria, Piccadilly Station, Metrolink stops and multiple bus routes close by, making commuting straightforward.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Very good. Very easy on the app and they get it done quickly
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
I wish I had known how busy the surrounding area can be during evenings and weekends. The location is excellent and very convenient, but being in the city centre means there can be some noise at peak times. I’d also recommend exploring the nearby independent cafés, restaurants and shops, as they’re one of the best parts of living here.
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