Letting Agents in Manchester City Centre
Manchester City Centre is the central retail and business district of Manchester. It is a popular area for owner-occupiers who work in the city centre and investors, as the City Centre offers fantastic shopping, recreational and leisure facilities.
It’s surprising to note that over 7 million people live within an hours drive of Manchester City Centre, and the whole areas economy is built on mainly retail and services. Meanwhile, Central Manchester covers an area of 2.14 square miles and has a population of 11,689.
If we focus in on the main residential areas of Manchester City Centre, here are popular areas for properties to let:
Castlefield
This is the location between Deansgate and the River Irwell, retaining much of its character, now home to beautiful waterside bars and pubs.
Northern Quarter
Northwest of Piccadilly Gardens and the place for alternative and bohemian culture in Manchester. The Northern Quarter is a great area popular for shops, bars, restaurants and nightclubs.
Central Retail District
The Central Retail District is home to the famous Arndale which attracts 41 million visitors a year. It is the largest city-centre shopping centre in the United Kingdom. Nearby you will find big brands like Debenhams, House of Fraser, Harvey Nichols which are only among a few of the city’s large department stores.
The area was extensively redeveloped in 1996 and now houses The Printworks, an exciting venue/area containing a cinema (IMAX screen), numerous bars, restaurants and Manchester’s first Hard Rock Cafe.
Spinningfields
Adjoining Deansgate, this area is known for glazed, modern buildings, many of which are offices It’s also home to a number of high end retailers such as Armani and Mulberry. Also, there are many popular restaurants and plenty of options for modern city living.
Piccadilly
Piccadilly has a big transport interchange in the centre with rail, tram and bus services all within 5 minutes walk. Shops, restaurants and bars are also in the area giving unlimited options when you are in the area.
Peters Field
St Peters Field is located at the top of Oxford Road and Peter Street and famous for the important buildings in the area like the Central Library, Midland Hotel and Manchester Town Hall.
China Town
China town is below Piccadilly Gardens with a long choice of oriental restaurants. The area retains an eastern feel and hosts a Paifang archway that was installed as a gift to the Chinese community in 1987.
Canal Street
Canal Street which is often referred to as the Gay Village runs along the Rochdale Canal. It contains lots of bars, clubs and other facilities. Manchester City Centre hosts the annual Gay Pride Festival.
Public transport in Manchester City Centre
Railway Stations are located all over Manchester City Centre including Piccadilly, Victoria, Oxford Road and Deansgate. Additionally, Metrolink Stations are at Piccadilly, Piccadilly Gardens, Deansgate, Market Street, Shudehill, St Peters Square and Victoria.
Cardwells Letting Agents Manchester City Centre
It is no wonder that when there is property to let in Manchester City Centre we have a consistently high level of demand. As letting agents, our team manages a number of properties in Manchester City Centre and often find ourselves with tenants waiting for properties.
If you are thinking of renting a property in Manchester City Centre please either fill in the form or call us on 0161 761 1215 and we would be delighted to assist you in moving into the amazing area, whether that is for work or pleasure!
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