First Street 13, Jack Rosenthal Street, Manchester

Found in the ready-made First Street neighbourhood, you’ll live a short stroll from the city’s universities. It’s a great place to soak up some Manc atmosphere without needing to head into the busy centre – there’s enough bars, restaurants, cinemas and theatres to stuff every weekend full of culture and cuisine. Manchester’s original and award-winning Vita Student residence, First Street offers an exclusive residence of 279 apartments and a peaceful environment loved for its airy and open double-height Hub space. This fully glazed focal point gives you a quiet daytime place for caffeine, inspiration and people watching, but in the later hours is full of friendly chats and atmospheric get-togethers.