Contemporary city apartment ideal for first-time buyers seeking low-maintenance living.
- Prime Northern Quarter location, close to transport and amenities
- Two double bedrooms with open-plan living and private balcony
- Compact footprint approximately 581 sq ft, small overall size
- Long lease: circa 977 years remaining; no ground rent
- Service charge ~£2,100 per year (£175 pcm)
- No allocated parking; on-street parking only
- Heating via electric room heaters, potentially higher running costs
- Located in a lively multicultural student neighbourhood (possible noise)
This two-bedroom apartment in Manchester’s Northern Quarter offers a compact, move-in ready home with contemporary finishes and a private balcony. The open-plan living area and modern kitchen suit first-time buyers who want a low-maintenance city base close to shops, cafés and transport links.
Practical details support confidence: a long lease (approximately 977 years remaining), no ground rent, and an EPC rating of C. Service charges average around £2,100 per year (£175 pcm). There is no allocated parking; on-street parking only.
Be aware of a few material drawbacks. Heating is electric with room heaters rather than a gas central system, which can be more expensive to run. The apartment is small at about 581 sq ft, and the wider area is a multicultural student neighbourhood that can be lively at times. Broadband speeds are average and the local area records higher deprivation indices, which may affect local services and resale considerations.
Overall, this is a practical city-centre purchase for a buyer wanting contemporary low-upkeep living and strong transport access. The long lease and ready-to-live-in condition make it suitable for a first home or a central buy-to-let, provided you accept the limited size, electric heating and absence of private parking.