The Redbricks, Hulme, Manchester

Set within The Redbricks - a distinctive collection of purpose-built Art Deco apartments constructed in the late 1940s - this ground-floor, two-bedroom home sits quietly on the edge of Hulme, just moments from Manchester city centre. Arranged across three parallel streets, the estate is defined by its green spaces and enduring sense of community.

Developed in the post-war years and later shaped by Hulme’s regeneration, The Redbricks has long been recognised not only for its architecture, but for the collective spirit of its residents. Today, it offers a rare balance: a calm, residential atmosphere with strong community roots, set within walking distance of the city’s commercial and cultural core, alongside Hulme’s food, café, and cultural offering.

The Space

The apartment is approached through a planted front garden, where trees, lawn, and paved areas create a soft threshold from street to home. Entry is direct and at ground level, reinforcing the house-like feel of the apartment.

The front door opens into a galley kitchen where red square floor tiles reference the building’s mid-century origins. Deep green walls and exposed plaster create a characterful backdrop, supported by an arrangement of worktop space, storage, and integrated appliances.

An alternative side entrance provides access via a covered communal doorway, leading to a cloak area with additional storage - a useful secondary approach for everyday flexibility.

The living room unfolds as a calm, light-filled space. Wood-effect flooring runs throughout, creating continuity between rooms, while tiled window sills and skirting boards subtly echo the building’s original detailing. Exposed pipework remains as a reminder of the building’s post-war, purpose-built design.

The apartment’s two bedrooms are positioned to the rear, overlooking the rear garden and communal green space. Both rooms feel quietly removed from the street, with the principal bedroom benefiting from built-in storage.

The bathroom, recently renovated, is cleanly finished and practical in tone. A bath with an overhead shower is wrapped in white mosaic tiles, paired with a basin with under-sink storage and a heated towel rail.

A private driveway provides off-street parking for one vehicle, with additional permit parking available on the surrounding streets.

The Area

Hulme is a neighbourhood defined by its sense of place, long associated with creativity, community action, and regeneration. Offering green space, independent culture, and strong connections to the city centre.

Hulme Park sits close by, providing open green space, walking routes, play areas, and year-round community events. The Hulme Community Garden Centre - founded by local residents - offers a peaceful hub for gardening, workshops, and café culture, while nearby independents such as The Teatime Collective add to the local food and drink scene.

Cultural venues including Z-arts - a dedicated arts centre for children and families - and NIAMOS at the Nia Centre reflect Hulme’s long-standing connection to the arts, music, and grassroots creativity. The Nia Centre offers a place for learning, making, and performance. Everyday amenities can be found along Hulme High Street and at Hulme Retail Park, and local favourites such as Kim’s Kitchen & Bar are close at hand.

Deansgate and Spinningfields are both within walking distance, placing some of Manchester’s best dining, shopping, and nightlife nearby. 

Deansgate Train Station and Deansgate–Castlefield Tram Stop are around a 13-minute walk away, while Manchester Oxford Road Station can be reached in approximately 15 minutes on foot. Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria stations are both accessible within a 30-minute walk, offering wider regional and national connections. The M56, M60, and M62 motorways are easily reached, and Manchester Airport is around a 25-minute journey by car or train.

The Energy Performance Certificate has been commissioned and will be uploaded once received. This rating is expected to be a C.