Chapel Wharf, M3

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

This area is close to everything. Has local shops/gyms etc and is a stones throw away from the centre.

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

I’ve not had any issues so far that I’ve needed to report so no comment.

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

Storage is restricted but you can put stuff under the couch/on balcony’s if weather proof

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

Living in my local area has its strengths and weaknesses. On the plus side, there’s a decent range of local shops, with a mix of independent stores and larger chains, though some could benefit from better variety. Restaurants and bars are generally good, offering a friendly atmosphere and a range of cuisines, though they can get quite busy on weekends. The open spaces are a real highlight — well-kept parks and green areas make it easy to enjoy the outdoors. Transport links are fairly convenient, with regular bus services and a nearby train station, but services can be less reliable during peak times and weekends. Parking on my street is often a challenge, as spaces fill up quickly, and traffic noise can be noticeable during rush hour. Bin collections are usually on schedule, but occasionally missed. Anti-social behaviour isn’t a major issue, though there are occasional late-night disturbances. Overall, it’s a good area with room for improvement in transport and street-level convenience.

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

The building management has been responsive and professional whenever I’ve raised issues. Rob Tom at the reception desk has been especially helpful and patient, always willing to assist and follow up until problems are fully resolved.

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

One day I lost my wallet and i didn’t know where I left my wallet, maybe at public area. I was almost desperate at that moment. Thanks to Rob Tom from the reception desk. He took care of my wallet and informed me immediately. Really lovely staff!

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

Chapel Wharf is located in a great area! It is only a 5 minute walk to Manchester's Arndale shopping centre and also with a few minute walk of many other grocery shops, restaurants, bars and cafes. The street is lovely, fairly quiet, clean and parking space available. It is situated right opposite the Lowry hotel and a 2 minute walk from a coffee shop, Asda express and takeaway restaurants.

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

The building has always responded great. They are always efficient and friendly and deal with any issues promptly. There is an app to report maintenance issues and they are typically resolved within 24 hours.

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

Everything was informed to me before I moved in! Good to know that the host events such as yoga book club, comedy night, crafts night etc.

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

It’s great living in the city centre, everything is pretty much on your doorstep. There’s a train station around the corner, 10 min walk into town, takeaway shops round the corner. It’s quite quiet despite being next to the main road. However, the bells are the worst noise ever. They are so annoying. And the times the Church rings them is never a dedicated time it will be like 6:07pm for example and then ring again half an hour later. It’s noisy and annoying and they go on foreverrr. This is the only thing that lets the place down location wise! Please tell them to stop 🤣

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

Ryan in the Maintenance team is absolutely AMAZING!!! He appeared within 20 mins of logging an issue and fixed it in about 3 mins. He checked if I had any other problems whilst he was there still and helped me with another problem on the spot. Went above and beyond to help us, really polite and chatty guy - so lovely and just fantastic all around. He is a true asset to the Dandara team!

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

how little storage the place actually comes with…. the extra fridges and freezers shouldn’t have to be offered, really the design should’ve had full length fridge with freezer. don’t know why they didn’t? and the storage cupboard might as well not exist because you can’t fit anything else in there apart from a few plastic bags.

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

Great area and facilities in the area. Good views of the city, friendly people and a very responsive team of people

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

Quick and efficient, sorted things with no fuss at all

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

No parking within the building doodson house but that can’t be helped