River Street Tower is a modern student accommodation opened in 2020, located in Manchester’s First Street area, one of the city’s most lively and convenient neighbourhoods. Manchester Metropolitan University is around a 9-minute walk away, while The University of Manchester is around 11 minutes away on foot, with the south campus also reachable by walking. Deansgate tram and railway station is around a 10-minute walk away, and nearby bus stops provide further connections across the city. The surrounding area offers strong lifestyle convenience, with supermarkets, restaurants, pubs, Odeon cinema, Spinningfields, John Rylands Library and Manchester Arndale all within easy reach.
The accommodation is a 31-storey student residence offering around 900 beds across both studio and en-suite room types. En-suite rooms are suitable for students who want a private bathroom while sharing kitchen and social spaces with flatmates, while studios provide a more independent living setup with private kitchen facilities. All rooms are fully furnished and designed for move-in-ready student living, offering practical layouts and essential facilities to support study, rest and daily routines.
Residents benefit from a wide range of on-site facilities, including WiFi, 24/7 security staff, 24/7 CCTV, property management, lifts, accessible facilities, bicycle storage, laundry facilities, gym, study areas, communal lounges, games area, shared kitchen and rooftop terrace. Rooms include kitchen facilities, full furniture, cable TV and contents insurance, helping create a secure, convenient and well-equipped student living environment. With its central First Street location, strong university access and comprehensive amenities, River Street Tower offers a modern and practical student lifestyle in Manchester.