The Gessner, N17

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

Fantastic facilities and lots of great shops nearby. Perfect transport links too. I think that there's lots of beautiful places nearby to visit.

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

Yes. We weren't able to understand the temperature monitor in our flat but the management helped very quickly

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

Neighbours are quiet so you shouldn't expect to make friends but the facilities are great regardless.

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

Transport links are very convenient. I dislike the lack of high end grocery stores and restaurants close by.

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

Property management has always responded promptly

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

Building is designated no parking so you cannot get council parking permit.

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

Great transport links nearby with a large retail park with all the essentials - Boots, Lidl, Pets At Home and a giant Iceland. Building is in a great location 2 minutes walk to the park.

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

Yes, there is an online portal where you can raise problems or concerns with the property or building. Front desk are also available to help resolve or escalate issues.

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

All the great events available for tenants, from food pop ups to hosting a monthly cinema club with snacks.

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

Still in development and there could be more grocery stores and restaurants. There's still a lot of construction going on in the area.

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

Sometimes it seems like they aren't concerned about a small issue we might have and give a very unhelpful generic response.

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

I had thought there would have been more restaurants and stores in the area but it's remained quite bare.

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

Living here offers a wonderful balance of convenience and community spirit. We’re fortunate to have diverse local shops and eateries that add real character, alongside lovely green spaces perfect for unwinding. Transport links are generally reliable, making commuting straightforward, though peak times can get busy. Our street feels safe and friendly, with efficient bin collections and considerate neighbours. While parking can occasionally be tight and traffic noise a minor factor during rush hour, these are small trade-offs for the area’s many benefits. Overall, it’s a vibrant, welcoming place to call home.

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

Very quick and very helpful. It has been a pleasure to talk to them.

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

The apartment is really hot in the pm in summer because it is facing west.