The Astley, M1

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

Step outside your door into the heart of Manchester’s iconic Northern Quarter. A vibrant neighbourhood full of character, where historic buildings meet cobbled streets and quirky art. Known as Manchester’s cultural heart, the area is full of local businesses, vintage shops, trendy cafe’s, incredible restaurants and lively bars. Just a stone’s throw away is Ancoats and Islington Marina, connected by winding canals, this idyllic neighbourhood is known for its charming cobbled streets, green space, cafes and canal boats – the perfect place to spend your weekend in the city. Great transport links: The Astley benefits from excellent transport links, making it ideal for commuters and city explorers. It’s just a 4-minute walk to Stevenson Square in the Northern Quarter, 9 minutes to Islington Marina, 14 minutes to Manchester University, and 15 minutes to St Peter’s Square. For longer journeys, Manchester Piccadilly train station is only 10 minutes away, with direct routes taking approximately 2 hours to London, 34 minutes to Liverpool, and 44 minutes to Leeds. The Peak District is also easily accessible in just 1.5 hours. Additionally, Piccadilly Gardens tram stop is an 8-minute walk, and Victoria train station can be reached in 15 minutes, ensuring seamless connectivity throughout the city and beyond.

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

The On-site Management team is able to solve the problems in a reasonable time and professional manner.

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

Before checking in, please carefully inspect all indoor environments to ensure that everywhere in the flat, regardless the size , inconspicuous or any minor flaws which has that need to be recorded and filed.

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Lovely location. Close to all modes of transport, restaurants, areas to chill. Absolutely love living here.

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

Hag was very prompt and helpful when we had issues with our freezer, washing machine and boiler. Always a friendly face who is the most willing to help.

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

How noisy living near great ancoats street can be but you get use to it quickly. Mainly just any sirens but always reassuring to know emergencies are getting dealt with I guess.

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Good: The location is great - close to stores, a gym, lots of restaurants and pubs. Bad: It's very minor but since it's on the main road, you do hear emergency vehicles more often.

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

Haginson and Molly have responded promptly and have done their best to help with any issues we have raised.

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

We did not realize how ideal the location was for us - a lot of restaurant options, close to the city centre meant that we find ourselves walking to most places.

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Good: very upscale area Bad: a bit inconvenient if travelling to University of Manchester because I have to walk to piccadilly garden to get a bus.

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

I have had a few problems with my flat (from previous tenants) such as worn carpets and the management (Mr Haginson in particular) was very helpful, and replaced it instantly. Always very helpful and friendly!

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

Everything was disclosed to me when I moved in, it was a very smooth process

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Plenty of bars in either direction from Stevenson square and Ancoats square. Aldi right next door too.

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

Always gets everything sorted as soon as they can.

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

Not much secure personal parking options nearby