Liverpool's waterfront living and why it's great for renters

Enjoy historic character, modern living and a wide range of cultural attractions, restaurants and shops

Living on Liverpool's waterfront and why it's a top location for renters

Maritime history and world famous architecture meet a thriving scene of restaurants, bars and attractions on Liverpool’s waterfront.

The area, which boasts picturesque views and close proximity to key city centre locations, is also a hotspot for prestigious homes.

With Peel Land and Property’s Liverpool Waters regeneration project now expanding the neighbourhood, new developments including Plaza 1821 are also making the waterfront a prime location for renters.

Here’s why you should consider the iconic destination if you’re on the lookout for a new home.

Modern living and historic character

You can enjoy the best of both worlds if you set up home on Liverpool waterfront - a UNESCO world heritage site steeped in history.

Liverpool’s docks thrived as one of the globe’s great maritime centres during the 19th century, and a number of landmark buildings stand as a symbol of its prominence.

Royal Albert Dock is the largest single collection of Grade I-listed buildings anywhere in the country, and is now a hub of cultural attractions, retailers, bars, restaurants, homes and workplaces.

Built in the early 1900s, the ‘Three Graces’ - the Port of Liverpool Building, the Cunard Building and the Royal Liver Building - also famously help furnish the city’s evolving skyline with stunning architecture and are complemented by modern additions.

Plaza 1821 is among a number of new buildings coming to the docks, and is bringing modern rental homes to the waterfront this spring.

One and two-bedroom apartments in the complex are accompanied by a range of special features for tenants, who will be able to control the heating of their home from their mobile phones and benefit from 100MB internet included in the rent.

Looking out across the River Mersey and the waterfront's historic features, the up to date development also gives a nod to the past of its Princes Dock address, having been named after the year the dock opened.

A perfect place to enjoy your free time

Whether soaking up beautiful scenery is enough for you to while away the hours, or you enjoy dining out and exploring museums and galleries, you won't need to venture far from your doorstep with a waterfront home.

Liverpool's docks offer a diverse mix of cultural attractions, from live entertainment venues and free museums to collections of musical memorabilia and galleries showcasing exhibitions by world-renowned and rising artists. There's also plenty of public art and sculptures, like Ugo Rondinone's colourful, 10 metre-high Liverpool Mountain artwork.

Plus Royal Albert Dock and Mann Island are among the destinations playing a key part in the waterfront's exciting food and drink scene, with popular bars and restaurants and new independents continuing to open up venues in the area.

The docks are also at the centre of many of Liverpool's major events and festivals, and living in developments like the new Plaza 1821 tower could provide you with an ideal place to spot spectacular cruise ships sailing into the city from the comfort of your own home.

Other prime locations on the doorstep

There's never a dull moment on Liverpool's waterfront, but venturing into the other prime locations couldn't be easier.

Professionals living in developments like Plaza 1821 on Princes Dock are a mere stone's throw from the central business district - a key cluster of workspaces.

Plus the Liverpool ONE retail and leisure complex is across The Strand, and provides a gateway to wider city centre attractions.

An affordable way of living

Liverpool's waterfront may have its share of luxury apartments with price tags to match, but living in a modern home that forms part of the city's famous skyline doesn't have to be an unachievable dream.

Developments like Plaza 1821, which is expected to welcome its first tenants in April, are bringing a variety of brand new homes to the area without the obstacle of having to save up the thousands of pounds required to step onto the property ladder.

The building, featuring 105 homes available to rent only, is also helping to raise the standards of accommodation for renters as there are a range of convenient features and communal facilities for people living there.

Aside from the brand new homes, there's a comfortable residents' lounge with views of the River Mersey and co-working facilities, as well as a concierge and parcel storage, optional cleaning and laundry services and the opportunity to live with pets and use Plaza 1821's dog walking service.

A well connected location

Balance vibrant city living with a commute beyond central Liverpool or days away from the hustle and bustle, thanks to convenient public transport links.

Merseyrail's Moorfields station is a short walk away, and Liverpool Lime Street is also close by for mainline rail services. Plus you're perfectly placed to take a ferry across the Mersey to Wirral.

Alternatively, the waterfront offers an ideal route to ride a bike amongst stunning scenery and Plaza 1821, which also offers resident car parking, makes it even easier thanks to secure cycle storage.

For more information about homes at Plaza 1821, click here.