Moat Street, Wandsworth, London

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Such a good location! Walking distance to Deansgate and 5 mins from Cornbrook tram stop. There’s a co op, Tesco express and Morrisons within 5 mins as well.

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

Always respond very quickly with a solution! Extremely helpful!

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

Use the building app! Super helpful for selling or getting a bargain on furniture etc.

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I don't have a bad word to say about the local area in regards to Duet. Though there is currently a waiting list for the on-site parking, there is a large amount of other car-parking options nearby with reasonable prices and great accessibility. The bin collections are very straight forward, with a large amount of bin availability for the building. I haven't experienced any anti-social behaviour. There is minimal traffic noise despite being close to a busy area of Salford Quays. There are transport links (e.g. trams and buses) which stop right on the doorstep to the building. There are many local shops within working distance (closest being about 2-5mins away). Additionally, there is a wide range of social venues round the corner in the middle of Salford Quays. Access to Manchester city centre is also easy.

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

The concierge is very easy to contact and very fast at responding. The general management staff reply quickly to emails, and any maintenance on the building is communicated to us in a timely manner.

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

Maybe it would've been useful to be made aware of the concierge's role within the building. We have gathered that they are very helpful at referring us to the correct people, dealing with any deliveries etc., but in fact they are a lot more than that. The concierges are a lot more approachable than we first expected, and this is a credit to the landlord/company.

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Convenient walk into town, convenient shops nearby, nice cafes and bars. Also living near the water is great

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

Yes every time I have an issue they are quick to respond and action, and nothing is a problem

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The price of parking ! Even tho I don’t have a car, it’s hard to have visitors who drive due to price of parking nearby

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The location has been one of the biggest surprises for us. Transport links into central Manchester are fantastic, while Didsbury and Chorlton, two of our favourite places, are so close that there is always somewhere new to explore. M&S being around a five-minute walk away is also a huge win for me! We’ve felt very safe here too. There’s a police station on the same road and a speed camera nearby. We’ve personally had no issues with speeding or antisocial behaviour. It gives us the best of both worlds: easy access to Manchester and some lovely surrounding areas, while still feeling like a comfortable place to come home to.

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

Excellent. We had an issue with our tap and the team dealt with it the very same day. Communication has always been easy and the management team are approachable, responsive and genuinely helpful. Natalie in particular brings such positive energy to the building and always makes you feel that nothing is too much trouble.

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

I wish I’d known just how much of a community Podium would become. I expected a beautiful apartment and great facilities, but I didn’t expect the resident events to introduce us to so many neighbours or for the team to make the building feel so personal. My advice to anyone moving in would be: get involved in the events! They’ve been one of the unexpected highlights of living here.

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Moving house in Manchester was honestly a stressful experience, so finding VOX was a huge relief. From the moment I moved in, I’ve really appreciated how modern, clean and well-designed the building is. The apartment itself feels comfortable and thoughtfully designed, and the communal spaces are a lovely bonus.The location is another major advantage. Being so close to Cornbrook tram stop makes getting around Manchester incredibly convenient, while the canal and surrounding areas are great for walking. It’s close enough to the city centre to enjoy everything Manchester has to offer without feeling like you are right in the middle of the chaos.

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

My experience with the management team has been positive. They have been approachable and responsive whenever I have needed help, and I’ve found the staff welcoming and professional.

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

I wish I had known just how much I would appreciate the communal facilities — particularly the rooftop and residents’ spaces. They are not just nice features on paper; they genuinely add to the experience of living here. Overall, I’m really happy that I chose VOX. After the stress of finding a home in Manchester, it feels good to finally have a place that I can genuinely call home.