The Mercian, B15

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Here is one of the most upscale home in Birmingham. It's my personal favorite. Upload photos of your development to be published alongside your review

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

well-organized and efficient.I've thoroughly enjoyed my time at Moda Mercian. The facilities are top-notch, and the maintenance team is always responsive. The community feel is great, and the location is very convenient. However, the recent renovation has caused some disruptions to the communal areas.

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Everything is clear. As a Moda Mercian resident, I've been quite happy with my stay. The amenities are great, especially the on-call maintenance service. However, the ongoing renovation has been disruptive, impacting the overall aesthetics, particularly the lobby. I hope these disruptions can be minimized soon to restore the previous charm of the place.

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Zain, Mosas, and Peter have been very great to all of us, very responsive to our inquiries and always available and accessible

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

Yes they have been very cooperative and responsive

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Everything was clear before moving in, can't think of any difficulties

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In the heart of Broad Street, it can be noisy on the weekends, with cars honking in the middle of the night and sometimes fireworks. But we enjoy the convenience of being a 15-20 min walk to New Street Station and even closer to Brindley Place and The Mailbox. Some buses and trams stop a few steps from the front of the building. On Broad Street, you have access to all the nightclubs and bars, with Brindley Place and Mailbox offering dining options. A short walk to the Birmingham City Library, Utilita Arena and ICC. There is plenty of street parking nearby, a Sainburys Local nearly right opposite the development. Quite a few hotels around as well in case you want to have friends or family stay nearby.

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

Always respond very fast and try their best to resolve issues raised quickly.

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

Nothing I can think of, we did our research and took our time before settling on The Mercian as a place to relocate to.

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I’ve loved living here! The community feels welcoming and well-maintained, with amenities that truly make it feel like home. The area is very well-connected with a range of public transport options available, including frequent buses and a nearby train station that provides easy access to the city center. The area has a fantastic selection of local shops, restaurants, and bars within walking distance. There’s a good mix of independent cafes and well-known brands, so there’s always something to suit any mood or preference. The variety of restaurants nearby is great too, with options for casual meals as well as more upscale dining.

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

The building management here has been responsive and proactive with any issues I’ve raised. Whenever there’s been a maintenance request or a concern, they address it quickly and professionally. The team communicates clearly about any updates, and they genuinely seem committed to making sure residents are comfortable and happy. I appreciate how approachable they are—especially [Eliss and Zain], who always follows up to make sure the issue has been resolved to my satisfaction.

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The waste disposal system could do better because it’s really frustrating that I have to go to the ground floor from the 27th floor each time I have to dispose waste

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I really enjoy living here,It’s very accessible to the tram lines the main stations in Birmingham and very close to some great restaurants and some decent supermarkets.

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

They have been great and try to fix the issue at hand.

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I wish I had known the noise on broad street would be so bad and the works that has been going on.