Water Street, St John's Waterside, Manchester M3 4GA
Protected: West Gate
Luxury riverside apartments in the heart of Manchester's St John's Waterside
1-, 2- & 3-bedroom apartments
Yields up to 6%
St John's Waterside neighbourhood
An Overview of West Gate, Manchester
West Gate Manchester is a landmark new residential development positioned on the banks of the River Irwell within St John's Waterside, a new riverside neighbourhood at the heart of Manchester city centre.
Rising 39 storeys above the waterfront, West Gate offers a collection of contemporary one, two and three-bedroom apartments designed around modern city living. Floor-to-ceiling windows, premium finishes and carefully considered interiors create sophisticated homes with sweeping views across the Manchester skyline and River Irwell.
The development forms part of St John's Waterside, a new neighbourhood combining riverside living with immediate access to some of Manchester's most established business, cultural and leisure destinations. Residents are just a one-minute walk from the St John's Culture & Enterprise Quarter and approximately six minutes from Spinningfields, Manchester's central business district.
West Gate also benefits from four levels of resident-focused amenities, spanning fitness, wellness, social spaces, co-working and private entertaining. These facilities have been designed to provide residents with a lifestyle that extends beyond their apartment, creating a premium environment for working, relaxing and socialising.
For property investors, the development combines a prime Manchester city centre location with strong rental fundamentals and a significant regeneration story. Renaker is currently quoting projected rental yields of 5% to 6%, with estimated completion scheduled for Q3/Q4 2029.
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Key Details
- Luxury one, two and three-bedroom apartments
- 39-storey landmark residential development
- Prime riverside location overlooking the River Irwell
- Located within the new St John's Waterside neighbourhood
- Four levels of five-star resident amenities
- 24-hour concierge
- Projected rental yields of 5% to 6%
- Estimated completion Q3/Q4 2029
- 990-year lease from 1 January 2029
- Peppercorn ground rent
- Developed by Renaker
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The Apartments
1 Bedroom Apartments
Please be aware that prices displayed for 2-bedroom units at West Gate may reflect the lowest entry point available at the time of release. Availability and pricing are subject to change, and units at these prices may no longer be available.
2 Bedroom Apartments
Please be aware that prices displayed for 2-bedroom units at West Gate may reflect the lowest entry point available at the time of release. Availability and pricing are subject to change, and units at these prices may no longer be available.
3 Bedroom Apartments
Please be aware that prices displayed for 3-bedroom units at West Gate may reflect the lowest entry point available at the time of release. Availability and pricing are subject to change, and units at these prices may no longer be available.
On the Map
West Gate
▸ St John's Culture & Enterprise Quarter – 1 minute walk
▸ Castlefield Conservation Area – 2 minutes walk
▸ Spinningfields – 6 minutes walk
▸ Deansgate – 6 minutes walk
▸ Deansgate-Castlefield Station – 7 minutes walk
▸ Salford Central Station – 10 minutes walk
Why Choose Manchester
Manchester
Market Summary
The off-plan Manchester property investment market exhibits remarkable stability and growth. Prices in the region are forecast to increase by 31.2% by 2029, significantly outpacing many other UK cities. This resilience is supported by consistent demand and a persistent housing undersupply. While average house prices stand around £249,000 (far below the UK average), this affordability, combined with high rental growth, makes property investment in Manchester ideal for investors seeking strong leverage and capital appreciation.
Yields
Manchester is consistently ranked among the UK's best cities for rental yields, with yields averaging 6.35%-7% across the region. Demand is driven by three key factors: 100,000+ students, a thriving tech and finance sector, and the sheer volume of young professionals migrating North in search of better value. Postcodes near universities (e.g., M14) offer yields of up to 9% via HMO strategies, making them a viable option for investors interested in student property. The city centre (M1, M4) commands high rents from corporate tenants.
Regeneration
- MediaCityUK (Salford Quays): Home to BBC and ITV, this hub continues to drive demand in the M50 and Salford postcodes, attracting high-earning media and tech professionals.
- Northern Gateway/Victoria North: This 15,000-home, long-term regeneration plan aims to revitalise areas immediately north of the city centre, offering significant future capital growth potential in currently more affordable zones.
- Mayfield Project: A 24-acre urban neighbourhood near Piccadilly, featuring Manchester's first new city-centre park in over a century. This mixed-use scheme boosts appeal and property values in the East side of the core.
Connectivity
- The Metrolink: The city's extensive light rail system is the backbone of local connectivity, linking the city centre to suburbs like Altrincham, Eccles, and the Airport. Properties within walking distance of a Metrolink stop attract premium rents.
- National Rail: Manchester Piccadilly is a major national hub. The planned HS2 station at Piccadilly will further integrate Manchester into the national rail network, supporting city centre property values.
- The Bee Network: The comprehensive, integrated transport system (bus, tram, rail) prioritises ease of movement, directly benefiting renters commuting into the central business district and Salford Quays.
- Manchester Airport: The UK's third-busiest airport provides essential global and domestic connectivity, underpinning the region's strong economic appeal to international firms.
Areas Overview
- Salford Quays (M50) - Media Hub & High Yield Potential: Home to BBC/ITV (MediaCityUK). Attracts high-earning, long-term professional tenants with strong yields (6.2%+).
- Ancoats & NOMA (M4) - City Centre Growth: Voted one of the hippest neighbourhoods globally. Continues to see strong capital growth, attracting young professionals and creatives.
- Fallowfield (M14) - Highest Yield/Student: Highest yields in the city (7.8%+) driven by the massive University of Manchester student population. Ideal for specialised HMO investment.
- Old Trafford/Trafford (M16/M32) - Regeneration & Value: Benefits from the large-scale regeneration around Old Trafford (football and cricket stadiums) and excellent Metrolink links.
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Frequently Asked Questions
West Gate Manchester is a 39-storey residential development within St John's Waterside, offering one, two and three-bedroom apartments alongside four levels of private resident amenities.
West Gate is located on Water Street within St John's Waterside, Manchester M3 4GA, on the banks of the River Irwell.
West Gate benefits from a central riverside location, strong connectivity, proximity to major employment hubs and extensive resident amenities. The development is currently marketed with projected rental yields of 5% to 6%, although projected returns are not guaranteed.
West Gate offers one, two and three-bedroom apartments. Renaker currently lists one-bedroom apartments from £298,500, two-bedroom apartments from £409,500 and three-bedroom apartments from £650,000. Availability and pricing are subject to change.
Estimated completion for West Gate is Q3/Q4 2029.
Residents have access to four levels of private amenities including a fitness suite, wellness terrace, Pilates and yoga studios, co-working facilities, lounges, private dining, an outdoor cinema, terraces and a 24-hour concierge.
West Gate is approximately a six-minute walk from Spinningfields, Manchester's central business district.
Yes. West Gate is positioned within Manchester city centre, with Deansgate and Spinningfields both approximately six minutes away on foot. St John's Culture & Enterprise Quarter is just one minute away.
St John's Waterside is a new riverside neighbourhood on the River Irwell, combining residential development, public green space and riverside pathways with close connections to Manchester city centre. The neighbourhood includes more than 90 metres of riverside frontage and 1.65 acres of public green space.
Manchester has a large and diverse economy, major employment hubs, five universities and a significant pipeline of regeneration and infrastructure investment. Its combination of employment, education, culture and housing demand continues to support the city's residential property market.
To find out about current availability, pricing, rental forecasts and the purchasing process, contact TK Property Group to speak with a member of our property investment team.