Is there co-living in Manchester for digital nomads?
Co-living properties listed
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Updated September 2026 · Sources cited: liveunion.com, findyourcoliving.com
- Monthly price range
- £975–£1,280
- Coworking on site
- 1 of 4
Scene Summary
Manchester has a growing dedicated co-living market with several established operators offering furnished rooms in shared apartments with flexible monthly terms. The market is concentrated in city-center neighborhoods (St John's, Northern Quarter, Ancoats, Salford) and targets young professionals, remote workers, and graduates. All-inclusive pricing typically ranges from £700–£1,300 per month, bundling utilities, WiFi, furniture, and community amenities. Major operators include Union Coliving (rent-by-the-room model in high-rise buildings), City Co-Living (M Apartments, self-contained apartments with community focus), Oppidan Life (all-inclusive true co-living), and Square Gardens (luxury apartments). The sector is genuine and growing, offering an alternative to traditional student housing and long-term rentals.
Good to know
Good to Know
- Most Manchester co-living properties offer flexible monthly terms without traditional 6–12 month leases, ideal for remote workers and those testing the city.
- All-inclusive pricing (£700–£1,300/month) bundles utilities, WiFi, furniture, and community events—no hidden bills.
- Union Coliving's rent-by-the-room model with no deposit requirement is popular; if a flatmate leaves, the operator handles replacement.
- Major hubs are St John's (Union), City Centre (City Co-Living), Northern Quarter, and Ancoats; all walkable to cafés, coworking, and nightlife.
- Furnished rooms with private ensuite bathrooms are standard; many properties include gym, coworking lounges, and community events.
- City center properties are more expensive than suburbs like Salford, but offer better walkability for nomads and remote workers.
Properties
Union Coliving
- Neighborhood
- St John's
Includes
- Private ensuite in each room
- Furnished apartment
- Utilities (council tax, water, heating)
- WiFi
- TV licence (where applicable)
- Bills included
- Flatmate matching service
- U+ membership option (gym, laundry, exclusive offers)
City Co-Living (M Apartments)
- Neighborhood
- City Centre
Includes
- Fully furnished self-contained apartments
- Community manager and on-site teams
- Shared amenities and facilities
- Regular communal events
- Wellbeing-focused community operations
Oppidan Life
- Neighborhood
- Manchester (multiple locations)
Includes
- All utilities included
- Food and drink essentials
- Twice-weekly cleaning
- Fast WiFi
- Multi-media package
- All daily essentials included in one price
Square Gardens
- Neighborhood
- Manchester (central location)
- Coworking On Site
- Yes
Includes
- Furnished rooms with private bedroom and bathroom
- All-inclusive living (no additional charges)
- Social & games lounges
- Cinema/media room with PlayStation
- Landscaped gardens (2.5 acres) with terraces and BBQ stations
- On-site ASDA Express supermarket
- 24/7 concierge and security
- On-site maintenance and housekeeping
- Dedicated wellbeing app
- Laundry room
- Secure bike storage
- Fast WiFi
Sources cited for this category
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Data last updated September 2026 · Verify anything important.