Phoenix, Piccadilly East, Manchester

Set on the fourth floor of Phoenix, this two-bedroom apartment pairs the raw character of the city's industrial past with the clean lines of contemporary design. Part of Capital & Centric's portfolio and designed by architects Shedkm, Phoenix rises alongside the neighbouring Crusader Mill, drawing on the manufacturing heritage of the site through its materials and detailing while offering well-proportioned living within one of Manchester's emerging neighbourhoods.

The Space

Entry is directly into the main living space - the heart of the home, with room to both live and dine. Engineered oak flooring runs underfoot, while exposed concrete ceilings and steel beams overhead reflect the site's manufacturing heritage. A full-width sliding door runs the length of the space, opening it to the outside as a contemporary Juliet balcony - combined with the building's tall ceilings and full-height glazing, light is drawn deep into the room.

The kitchen lines the central core of the home, finished with black worktops and cabinetry - storage set both below the counter and overhead - with integrated appliances throughout. Either side of the kitchen leads through to the bedrooms: one to the left, with the second bedroom and bathroom to the right.

Both bedrooms continue the engineered oak flooring and exposed concrete ceilings, each fitted with built-in storage and anchored by a feature wall of grey slate panelling.

The bathroom is finished in black horizontally-stacked tiling across wall and floor, featuring a bath with overhead shower, a built-in vanity cupboard concealed behind the mirror, and a heated towel rail. A utility cupboard housing the washing machine is discreetly integrated within.

Residents have access to a 24-hour concierge service and secure cycle storage, as well as the landscaped courtyard at neighbouring Crusader Mill - a calm, residents-only shared space fitted with BBQs and fire pits.

The Area

Crusader Mill sits within Piccadilly East, directly adjacent to Ancoats - now one of Manchester’s most sought-after neighbourhoods. Together, this part of the city forms a connected urban quarter, where independent cafés, restaurants, and cultural spaces are all within easy reach, spanning Ancoats, the Northern Quarter, Kampus, and New Islington.

Piccadilly East offers a similar quality of architecture and lifestyle, with a slightly quieter, more emerging character. Recent additions such as Café Cotton at nearby Neptune Mill reflect this shift, contributing to a growing mix of independent food and drink alongside established destinations including Freight Island and Ducie Street Warehouse.

Within a 10-minute walk, Mayfield Park provides green open space, offering a contrast to the surrounding urban fabric and a place to pause within the city.

The area continues to evolve, with ongoing investment shaping Piccadilly East into an increasingly established part of Manchester. Nearby Mayfield is already taking form, introducing new public spaces, workplaces, and amenities that further connect this part of the city.

Manchester Piccadilly Train Station is approximately five minutes on foot, offering direct trains to London Euston in just over two hours and Metrolink connections across the city region. The principal employment districts of NOMA, Spinningfields and the Oxford Road Corridor are all easily accessible. Motorway connections via the M56, M60 and M62 are convenient, with Manchester Airport approximately 25 minutes by car.