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Start Living Residential

3.75 (15 reviews)

Start Living Residential are committed to raising standards and challenging perceptions of rental properties. Start Living create suburban developments that are designed, built and managed specifically for the rental market.

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  • No. of developments: 2

  • Development locations: West Midlands, Yorkshire and the Humber

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Developments by Start Living Residential

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Start Living at Millfields, B71

4.01

(5 reviews)

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Start Living at Lakeside North, DN16

3.63

(10 reviews)

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Latest Reviews

3.75

15 total reviews

Stats

Overall

4.00

Facilities

4.00

Design

3.47

Location

4.07

Value

3.47

Management

3.33

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Overall ideal property location

W Naveed (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Start Living at Lakeside North, DN16

Jul 2024

Very good quality material used in property. No issues with the material used in property. I could have only wished for slightly larger room size. Property management have been a bit of let down lately and would have hoped for better management in regards to various property maintenance issues.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Very happy with location of the property. Very close to school, shopping facilities, park and lakeside just about 15 minutes walk. A bit issue with the litter in community park but overall clean environment.

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

Yes they have responded but have not always helped. Especially with my property security alarm system issue.

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

It is good property. Would have loved to have a better parking space. Because parking one car behind another is a bit of a hassle.

5

Facilities

4

Design

5

Location

4

Value

3

Management

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Good luck getting your deposit back

Ashin Ashroff (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Start Living at Lakeside North, DN16

May 2024

The housing quality itself is pretty much average. My main complaints are about the management, which if you are renting, is something you should take EXTREMELY seriously. My first experience with poor management is when I asked to remove a co-tenant from my contract. As expected, they asked me to pay a fee (I believe it was £25), as "administration" charges. After taking this money, they sent me the initial contract over and over despite repeatedly pointing out that my "new" contract still didn't reflect these changes. This was not fixed until the day I moved out. Lastly, I still haven't received my deposit back. Even after many calls to TDS and sending Start Living proof from the TDS scheme that they have not received a response. I spent over £800+ pounds professionally cleaning , painting to make the house almost in the same condition as I moved in. They still charged me £30 for a issue with a badly positioned door chain that even though I never used it, caused a minor damage, which I was completely happy to pay. But to this date, they were too lazy to click a few buttons that I now have to go and see a lawyer (and spend money) to get a statutory declaration from the deposit protection scheme stamped, and the costs of tis are completey on me. The supposed property manger, or Senior Client Portfolio Manger( I actually have no idea what they do), has been brutal. They have no empathy. I have sent them extremely polite / calm messages and all I have been told is that "I can't help you, contact TDS (Tenancy deposit Scheme"". When I had clearly sent proof from TDS communications telling me that the property manger has not responded to my deposit refund. The last I heard is that they are "forwarding the email to accounts". This review is promoted by extreme inaction from their part. If you are considering moving into this property, you will be overpaying for a property and if you ever decide to move out, forget your deposit for a few months, which will cause you considerable pain

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

The good: - Good Location for a family - Close to supermarkets - The houses are brand new The bad: - Overpriced for Scunthorpe. Probbaly the most expensive rental in Scunthorpe. - You will HAVE to paint pretty much the whole house, even if you don't have kids as the painting job that comes with the house is extremely poor. - Horrible management. They simply do not care.

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

Extremely poorly. They do not care. They will be happy to take money from you for administrative charges, but simply not do any work.

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

I wish I had known how poor the property managers will be.

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Facilities

1

Design

1

Location

1

Value

1

Management

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Overall design is amazing

Mama S (Tenant)

Start Living at Millfields, B71

Apr 2024

Overall design is amazing would have loved the rooms to be a little bit bigger however lovely layout. Very clever design by building in dishwasher washing machine and fridge making these houses worth the price.reasonable sized dishwasher and washing machine however would have preferred a bigger fridge

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Local area is quite crowded however many friendly people and neighbours making it a lovely environment

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

Responded quickly and efficiently and fixed problems within a week

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

Wish we knew how friendly everyone in the neighbourhood was

4

Facilities

3

Design

4

Location

5

Value

5

Management

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While functional, it falls short of expectations in terms of aesthetics and sophistication.

Muhammad Khalil (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Start Living at Millfields, B71

Apr 2024

Despite some positive aspects, my experience with the development has been hampered by ongoing construction, which has resulted in inconvenience and noise disturbances. Additionally, the presence of numerous unintentional speed breakers within the vicinity has further exacerbated the issue, making navigation challenging. Regarding the design, while functional, it falls short of expectations in terms of aesthetics and sophistication. The overall layout and features are basic, lacking the flair and modernity that one might expect from a contemporary development. The ongoing construction has been a significant detractor, disrupting daily routines and impacting the quality of life for residents. It's essential for management to address these issues promptly to minimize inconvenience and maintain resident satisfaction. Improvements in communication regarding construction schedules and plans would also help manage expectations and mitigate frustration among residents. Additionally, addressing the issue of unintentional speed breakers could enhance the accessibility and safety of the development. In conclusion, while the development has its merits, such as functional facilities and responsive management, the challenges posed by ongoing construction and design limitations detract from the overall experience. Addressing these issues effectively would be crucial in enhancing the appeal and livability of the development for current and prospective residents.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Car insurance is high despite having driver license for 5 years. Lots of construction in progress- quiet a lot of noise since we shifted so haven’t really started living

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

There were no bins in the house and no curtains or blinds downstairs affecting privacy but they said we need to buy them ourselves and also need to cover for any damages done while installing

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

Car insurance is way too high in this area Would have wanted to search more

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Facilities

3

Design

3

Location

3

Value

3

Management

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The building design and the whole development is efficient and well thought out.

Luke (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Start Living at Millfields, B71

Apr 2024

The building design and the whole development is efficient and well thought out. Insulation is very good and rooms heat rapidly and retain heat during winter. The garden is a respectable size with high fencing to maintain privacy. The architectural design is uninspiring but that’s been a problem with all new builds since the 1980s.

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

There are several convenience stores within 200m and a Tesco Express about 0.5 miles away. The nearest large shopping developments or supermarkets are in Walsall and West Bromwich which require transportation and are not within easy walking distance. The closest train station is Tame Bridge Parkway which is almost exactly one mile or 15-20 minutes walk away.

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

Yes regarding a paint query. Response was rapid. Other than that no issues.

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

There are no external electrical outlets but that really isn’t a major issue.

5

Facilities

4

Design

3

Location

4

Value

4

Management

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