LOCAL Manchester

LOCAL Manchester is a partnership between Salboy and the award-winning residential property operator, urbanbubble. Based in Manchester, LOCAL creates communities that residents feel safe in and investors can be proud of. Furthermore, LOCAL is an operator that offers a hassle-free, all-inclusive service for all.

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Homeviews Awards

  • 4 Design Awards

  • 3 Facilities Awards

  • 5 Excellence Awards

  • 5 Location Awards

  • 3 Management Awards

  • 1 Value Awards

"All the staff and receptionist are always very helpful and willing to lend a helping hand!"

Jasper CTransmission House, M4

"The design and cleanliness of the common areas is excellent."

Ellie MLocal Blackfriars, M3

"Concierge service are very helpful for sorting out any issues and providing updates"

James SFifty5ive Queen Street, M3

Developments by LOCAL Manchester

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Local Crescent, M5

4.11

(87 reviews)

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Local Blackfriars, M3

4.31

(86 reviews)

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Burlington Square, M15

4.38

(53 reviews)

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Transmission House, M4

4.46

(49 reviews)

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Fifty5ive Queen Street, M3

4.42

(30 reviews)

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Latest Reviews

4.27

316 total reviews

Stats

Overall

4.23

Facilities

4.07

Design

4.32

Location

4.61

Value

3.99

Management

3.78

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Great building with amenities - no trams nearby and view-blocking construction for one half of the building

Jass (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Local Crescent, M5

Jul 2024

Fantastic building with a swimming pool, gym, cinema rooms and group areas- easy to book and the on site staff are great. I got super lucky with a one bedroom for £1,000 but any groups of 2 & 3 you are looking at a very high rate, higher than average in the area which is to be expected because of the amenities but given the lack of easy transport nearby I don't think overall the cost is worth it. The design of the building is gorgeous, sleek and modern and the balconies all face outwards so you are guaranteed some sun at some point! The only other down side is the eye sore of the extension of the Oxbow building just over the road... they've been working on for it about a year, no end in sight and it is truly awful in blocking the view and sunlight for all flats on that side of the building. Not to mention you'll have constructors working across from if you're on the high floors which eliminates all privacy. The construction is also of course very loud and you can't escape it no matter which floor you're on - IF you're on that side of the building.

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

A decent area if you don't mind walking or taking the bus- strange that such a popular, developing area doesn't have a tram stop near by! The closest would be Market street or St peters' square; a 40 minute walk away... or you can take the bus. The only let down of the area really, as there is lots close by.

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

I wish I had known the construction of the Oxbow building would be taking place! Constant noise, men on the scaffolding which eliminates privacy and completely blocked all the sun and views of the city.

What is the best feature of your home:

Amenities- especially the cinema rooms and swimming pool, a shame you can't use it it just any point as there has to be a lifeguard on duty.

5

Facilities

5

Design

2

Location

3

Value

4

Management


The design is very modern and new

Emaan H (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Local Crescent, M5

Jun 2024

The design is very modern and new I like it a lot, with facilities just wish the leisure was open for longer times during the weekdays. Building and property management is as good as expected to be. I wish there was better parking facilities around the area

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

It is in a very convenient location, just wish there was a smaller sainsbury or Tesco or Aldi at the doorstep

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

That the bills are extremely high for very minimal use and parking is very difficult

What is the best feature of your home:

Location, its situated so perfectly between town and the airport, it’s so well connected in terms of public transport, I love that there is a gym, steam, sauna and pool.

4

Facilities

5

Design

5

Location

5

Value

4

Management


The apartment is very modern

Rosie (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Burlington Square, M15

May 2024

The apartment is very modern and most importantly the receptionist Will is amazing and makes me and all my friends who live here feel so so safe and welcome every time we walk in, he is so friendly to everyone as well as very useful with any enquires too.

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

The local area is very convienet to university students being right next to the university and local shops.

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

The rooftop, garden and living communal lounge area.

What is the best feature of your home:

The spacious living room as well as the en suite bathrooms

5

Facilities

5

Design

5

Location

5

Value

4

Management


Generally very good place to live

Hannah (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Local Blackfriars, M3

May 2024

The facilities are good and well maintained. The gym could be bigger as it does get busy, but the staff who work at reception are incredibly helpful and always reply to WhatsApp messages quickly. Building management do take a long time to repair things once they have been reported, so there could be a better system in place for this.

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

Good location. Very close to town and Spinningfields. Blackfriar pub is excellent for food and has a great beer garden, although this can get a bit loud in the summer.

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

Wish we would have known how difficult it is to get things repaired. Parking also is a bit of a nightmare.

What is the best feature of your home:

Modern features and lots of storage space. The facilities and grounds are also well maintained.

4

Facilities

4

Design

5

Location

4

Value

2

Management


Nice place close to uni campus

Ivan (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Burlington Square, M15

May 2024

The gym of the building is small and lacks necessary equipment - only has a dumbbell rack. Management is always quick, friendly and helpful and organize a number of events throughout the year. Common room and kitchen are always clean, not always enough space in the study area.

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

Not much choice of local shops, location is well connected with the city's bus network. Bins are operated by the building, so always available.

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

My apartment has large windows which offer great views, but get extremely hot during spring/summer with no ventilation measures (lack of openable windows)

What is the best feature of your home:

The apartment is quite spacious with adequate kitchen and bathroom facilities.

3

Facilities

4

Design

5

Location

3

Value

5

Management


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