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Setting the Standard in Luxury Living Setting the standard in luxury living .1 WELCOME With 1,036 apartments covering an area The location at MediaCityUK, found in the of approx. 544,820sqf, X1 Media City is heart of Salford Quays, truly contributes the largest residential development in to the cosmopolitan vibe of the the Northwest. The development itself development, as it is increasingly consists of four iconic towers, each becoming the place-to-be for creative and containing a mixture of studios, 1, 2 and digital businesses. Salford, part of Greater 3 bedroom apartments. With spectacular Manchester, was crowned by The views over the city and MediaCityUK, the Guardian in 2014 as the “UK’s Property apartments are available fully furnished in Hotspot”, due to its property values a high-end, elegant flair. having risen faster than anywhere else in the country. In July 2014, Salford even In addition to the luxury of the out-did the capital by nearly 4%, showing apartments, residents of this £200million an annual growth rate as high as 12%. development will benefit from further This large rise has been attributed largely exceptional features. These include: to the relocation of British broadcasters underground residents parking, a private such as the BBC and ITV to the gymnasium and an on-site cinema. MediaCityUK development. Furthermore, the first two floors in each building, a total of 22,700sqft of the X1 Media City undoubtedly demonstrates development, are set aside fo this trend in real life, as investors can commercial ventures, creating an expect an assured NET return of 6pc intimate and at the same time vibrant way within the first year of tenancy. Phase 1 of of living for residents of X1 Media City. this residential development, that will certainly set new standards in luxury living, is set to be completed in Q1 2017. 2. .3 BroadwayBroadway The Quays LOCATION LOCATIONINFORMA TIONINFORMATION MediaCityUK, BBC and ITV studios, offices and buildings Local amenities and attactions:Local amenities and attactions: Lowry Theatre, Lowry Outlet,Lowry Imperial Theatre, War Lowry Museum, Outlet, Imperial War Museum, Salford Quays WatersportsSalford centre Quays Watersports centre The Quays Comparable residential developments:Comparable residential developments: NV Buildings, Millenium ToweNV rBuildings,, City Lofts, Millenium Tower, City Lofts, Imperial Point, Sovereing Point Imperial Point, Sovereing Point MediaCityUK border MediaCityUK border Salford Quays Salford Quays and Manchester ship canal Salford Quays and Manchester Ship Canal Salford Quays and Manchester ship canal and Manchester Ship Canal Tram Network Tram Network Trafford Wharf Road 4. Broadway The Quays The Quays LOCATION INFORMATION Local amenities and attactions: Lowry Theatre, Lowry Outlet, Imperial War Museum, Salford Quays Watersports centre The Quays Comparable residential developments: NV Buildings, Millenium Tower, City Lofts, The Quays Imperial Point, Sovereing Point MediaCityUK border Salford Quays Salford Quays and Manchester Ship Canal Salford Quays and Manchester ship canal and Manchester Ship Canal Tram Network .5 Over 40 restaurants, bars and cafes can be found in MediaCityUK ITV BBC THE STUDIOS, DOCK HOUSE, LIFESTYLE IMPERIAL WAR QUAY HOUSE, MUSEUM BRIDGE HOUSE LOWRY THEATRE MediaCityUK has something for everyone Whatever your culinary dream is, – whether it is a shopping day at the MediaCityUK can satisfy it: be it Italian Lowry Outlet, a visit to the Imperial War pizza, French delicatessen, traditional Museum North, catching a show at the Chinese food or authentic British fish and Lowry Theatre, enjoying a live concert of chips. Sport fanatics are also not left out, the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra or simply as MediaCityUK is only a short walk away taking a relaxing walk by the quayside. from Old Trafford, home to one of the world’s most famous premiership football Essentially, it offers the ultimate clubs – Manchester United. cosmopolitan lifestyle experience, as it is not only home to TV giants such as Greater Manchester’s Waterfront certainly the BBC and ITV but it also plays host to does not disappoint when it comes to the a vast number of chic bars, trendy cafes sheer number of tourist attractions and its and renowned restaurants. rich and vibrant events calendar – so why live anywhere else? 6. SOVEREIGN POINT BEETHAM TOWER VUE CINEMA NV BUILDINGS PICCADILLY LOWRY GARDENS OUTLET ABITO LOWRY EXCHANGE BUILDING THEATRE QUAY SPINNINGFIELDS .7 Total public and private investment into Salford Quays currently stands at £1.4billion INVESTMENT Eight years ago, the BBC decided to At the moment MediaCityUK is home On top of these plans, the construction move part of their business to to over 200 businesses, including the of Port Salford began in 2013. Essentially, MediaCityUK. Within this short time, the University of Salford, the BBC and ITV’s this £138 million development will be a development site has come a long way. Granada studios, in addition to several full conversion of the old Salford Docks, Located along the Salford Quays well-known programmes such as BBC consisting of a 153,000sqm warehouse waterfront, it benefits from one of the best Breakfast, Coronation Street and Match of facility that will be the only inland, multi- direct city centre connections in all of the Day. In March 2012, HRH the Queen modal distribution park in UK wide that the UK, through numerous tram and bus ceremoniously opened up the new BBC can be served by all rail, road and sea. stops. Today, MediaCityUK is flourishing offices. like never before, with already more The 150 acre conversion of Barton, Eccles people now working at the Quays than With the ever-growing media attention, and the Shipping Canal will not only lead back in its prime as a major seaport. MediaCityUK is increasingly becoming to lower transportation cost for northern the world’s new “go-to-destination” - and businesses, thus enhancing their MediaCityUK is the first purpose-built this is just the beginning: The reputation competitiveness, but it will also hub for creative and digital industries in and value of MediaCityUK are only going guarantee a great economic and social Europe. An independent market report by to improve over time, with development boost through the creation of jobs. Set to the Policy Exchange revealed that plans worth £20million currently submit- be operational in 2015, Port Salford will MediaCityUK is anticipated to not only ted, to expand the site through further have an exhilaratingly positive economic contribute more than £1billion into the hotels, offices and film studios. impact, not only on MediaCityUK, Salford local economy, but also supply it with and Manchester, but correspondingly on more than 10,000 jobs. the entire northwest. 8. .9 The UK’s largest residential scheme outside of London 2-Bed Apartment With an average floor space of 59sqm, these beautifully styled 2-bedroom apartments rival anything found in the PLANS - OVERVIEW city centre or beyond. 1,036 apartments spread over four iconic towers; each floor is an exact replica of the one below. Containing just 11 apartments per floor, the design of X1 Media City allows for a sense of community for all residents, with the additional bonus of two full floors of com- mercial space. Studio Apartment With two layouts to choose between, these spacious studio apartments are ideal for anyone seeking a commuter pad close to the city centre or MediaCityUK. Parking Conscious of limitations on space, parking is provided in the form of two underground car parks for the exclusive use of X1 Media City residents. 10. Penthouse Standing almost 79m high, these beautifully finished penthouse suites will have breath- taking views of both The Quays and the city of Manchester. 3-Bed Apartment Considered a luxury in most city centre developments, each tower at X1 Media City has been designed to hold one 3-bedroom apartment per floor, providing a luxurious and exclusive living space. 1-Bed Apartment Rental demand continues to be high for 1-bedroom apartments in the city, ensuring these fashionable apartments will be highly sought-after. Commercial Over 22,700sqft of retail and commercial space spread over the second and third floors provides ample opportunity for investment. .11 cupb low volt pe nd an t Entrance Bathroom Living Room / Bedroom Living Room Kitchen / Dining (average size is 29sqm / 309sqft) 38 PLANS - STUDIO 12. Rubbish Chute MASTER FLOOR PLAN Lifts Stairs * All plans are based on concepts provided by the developer, are indicative only and are subject to change. .13 Storage Bedroom Entrance cupb low volt pe nd an t PLANS - 1-BED 96 (average size is 38sqm / 410sqft) Living Room Bathroom Kitchen / Dining 14. Rubbish Chute MASTER FLOOR PLAN Lifts Stairs * All plans are based on concepts provided by the developer, are indicative only and are subject to change. .15 En-suite pe nd ant low vol t Bathroom pb cu cupb low vol t pen d an t Master Bedroom Bedroom Entrance Living Room Storage Kitchen / Dining (average size 59sqm / 638sqft) PLANS - 2-BED 101 16. Rubbish Chute MASTER FLOOR PLAN Lifts Stairs En-suite * All plans are based on concepts provided by the developer, are indicative only and are subject to change. .17 Living Room Second Bedroom Master Bedroom Kitchen / Dining First Bedroom PLANS - 3-BED 24 (average size is 80sqm / 866sqft) t an nd pe lt vo w lo pb cu pe nd an t c u pb low volt Storage En-suite Entrance Bathroom 18. Rubbish Chute MASTER FLOOR PLAN Lifts Stairs * All plans are based on concepts provided by the developer, are indicative only and are subject to change. .19 Award-winning developer! DEVELOPMENT ««««« BEST RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT MERSEYSIDE X1 The Quarter by X1 Developments X1 DEVELOPMENTS Located in the heart of Liverpool, X1 All three phases in the Salford Quays Developments is one of the Northwest’s scheme, with a total value of over premier development companies.
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