Build to Rent with Renaker
Ranked as the “No. 2 Best City in the UK” with an impressive score of 96.3% in the Condé Nast Traveller Readers’ Choice Awards 2025, Manchester stands as one of the UK’s most dynamic and investable cities – offering a compelling backdrop for Build to Rent developments. Its unique blend of economic strength, cultural vibrancy, and academic excellence makes it a magnet for residents.
As part of our in-house capability, we offer specialist Build to Rent expertise for global institutional investors. Our approach includes:
- A proven track record with capability, continuous improvement and successful delivery
- A clear understanding and the key ingredients to ensure a secure investment
- A unique cradle-to-grave with an honest and straightforward approach
- Bespoke Build to Rent investment solutions for the living sector
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A Proven Track Record
with Successful Delivery
Renaker has consistently demonstrated its ability to deliver high-quality, large-scale developments that meet the standards of global institutional investors. Our portfolio includes landmark projects that have attracted and retained investment from some of the most respected names in the industry, underlining our credibility, reliability, and performance in the real estate sector.
A Secure Investment
Our developments are underpinned by rigorous due diligence, strong governance, and a proven delivery model. Combined with our track record of successful exits and long-term asset performance, this makes Renaker a trusted and secure partner for institutional capital seeking stable, inflation-resilient returns.
Renaker’s Unique Capability
Renaker’s vertically integrated model – encompassing land acquisition, planning, design, construction, and asset management – provides an unmatched control over quality, cost, and timelines. This end-to-end capability allows us to minimise risk on projects and deliver exceptional outcomes at scale.
Cradle-to-Grave Model
We adopt a holistic ‘cradle-to-grave’ approach to development, managing every stage of the asset lifecycle. From initial concept and planning through to construction, leasing, and long-term management, our integrated strategy ensures consistency, accountability, and enduring value for all stakeholders.
Bespoke Developments for the Living Sector
We specialise in Build to Rent developments that are tailored to the evolving needs of modern urban living. Each project is designed with a deep understanding of tenant expectations, community integration, and long-term asset value, ensuring that our BTR schemes deliver both lifestyle appeal and robust investment returns.
Investment Highlights
A Resilient Economy
Manchester has the UK’s 2nd largest regional city economy, valued at over £78bn, with GVA forecast to grow by 2.1% annually between 2025 and 2028 - outpacing the national rate of 1.6%.
Source: MIDAS & EY UK Regional Economic Forecast, 2025
A Growing City Centre Workforce
65,000 new city centre jobs will be introduced by 2040, and over 80% of FTSE 100 companies have a presence in the city, including Google, BBC, Adidas and Unilever.
Source: cityco.com
Solid House Price Forecasts
Manchester house prices are set to increase on average +27.6% pa over the next 5 years, substantially ahead of the 22.2% UK average.
Source: Savills, November 2025
Prime Rental Growth
As the UK’s leading rental market, rents are forecast to grow by +17.6% by 2029, with c. 6% projected yields.
*Based on local agent rental predictions.
Strong Demand for Housing
The number of new homes under construction has fallen from 15,000 in 2018 to 10,788 in 2025, further fuelling demand for housing across the city.
Source: Crane Survey, 2025
A Thriving Tech Hub
10,000+ digital and tech businesses make Manchester the UK’s largest and fastest-growing tech hub outside London and the South East – generating a £5billion digital turnover.
Source: businesscloud.co.uk
First-Class Learning
Home to one of the largest student populations in Europe and 5 world-class universities – including The University of Manchester, ranked 8th best in Europe*.
Source: MIDAS Greater Manchester, 2024
Exceptional Connectivity
Ranked no. 2 large European city for connectivity – supported by the Bee Network, Manchester Metrolink, and Manchester International Airport.
Source: Di European Cities of the Future
World-Class Education
The UK is one of the best education hubs in the world and Manchester sits proudly at the top of the league.
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116,000 students
PER ANNUM ACROSS FIVE UNIVERSITIES*
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7.2m students
WITHIN A ONE-HOUR COMMUTE**
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41,000
INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS***
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More than 200
SPOKEN LANGUAGES***
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36,000 STEM
GRADUATES EACH YEAR***
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51% graduate retention rate
SECOND ONLY TO LONDON†
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The University of Manchester
ONE OF 24 LEADING RESEARCH-FOCUSED UNIVERSITIES IN THE UK††
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One of the largest clinical
ACADEMIC CAMPUSES IN EUROPE†††
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Sources:
*MIDAS Partnership 2023/24 Q1 Presentation
** cityco.com
*** britishcouncil.org
† centreforcities.org
†† thecompleteuniversityguide
††† oxfordroadcorridor.com
Arts, Culture and Entertainment
Home to museums, galleries, major sporting arenas, and world-class entertainment venues – including Co-op Live, the UK’s largest arena, and Aviva Studios, a £240m landmark for arts and culture – it’s easy to see why over 119 million visitors flock to Manchester each year.
Museums
Galleries
Music Venues
Sports Arenas
Theatres
Thriving Cultural Hubs
Castlefield
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First
UK Urban Heritage Park
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Roman-era
ruins (c. AD 79)
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National Trust
Castlefield Viaduct
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8,000
capacity Castlefield Bowl
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Canalside
dining & indie venues
Castlefield is one of Manchester’s most distinctive neighbourhoods. As the UK’s first Urban Heritage Park and a designated conservation area, it blends centuries of history with contemporary city living - from Roman-era ruins and cobbled streets to restored warehouses and tranquil canals.
Deansgate
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Diverse
mix of restaurants, bars & cafés
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John Rylands
library
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King Street's
high-end boutiques
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£14m
investment in sustainable transport*
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Connectivity
via tram, train, bus, taxi & cycle routes*
Deansgate is one of Manchester’s most historic and well-connected city centre thoroughfares.
*Source: manchester.gov.uk
First Street
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8
restaurants, bars & cafés
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£25m
cultural facility: HOME
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350,000
sq ft of office space
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4,000
current workforce*
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10,000
jobs target by 2028*
First Street stands as New Jackson’s vibrant neighbour – a unique city centre area seamlessly blending office space with a rich cultural, leisure and residential environment.
Oxford Road Corridor
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81,000+
students per annum
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£300m
in research grants to The University of Manchester*
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83%
of The University of Manchester's research rated 'world-leading' or 'internationally excellent'*
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£1.7bn
Innovation District led by The University of Manchester and Bruntwood SciTech*
The Oxford Road Corridor is Manchester’s renowned Knowledge Quarter - home world-class universities, research hubs, and over 81,000 students. With £2.6bn in planned investment, it’s a thriving hub of education and innovation.
*Source: oxfordroadcorridor.com
Spinningfields
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£1.5bn
investment into a world-class business district*
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430,000+
sq m of commercial, residential & retail space*
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170+
organisations in finance, law & media*
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£80m+
annual retail & leisure spend*
Spinningfields is Manchester’s leading commercial district - home to major firms like Barclays, Deloitte, and PwC. Alongside its corporate core, it offers over 45 venues for dining, shopping, and leisure, including Sexy Fish, 20 Stories, and Flannels.
*Source: alliedlondon.com
Exchange Square
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2 luxury
department stores
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7 designer brands
on New Cathedral Street
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25+
restaurants, bars & cafés
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365,000
sq ft entertainment at The Printworks
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Manchester Arndale
- largest shopping centre
Exchange Square is Manchester’s premier destination for shopping, dining, and leisure. Home to Selfridges, Harvey Nichols, and New Cathedral Street, it’s also surrounded by vibrant bars, restaurants, and the Printworks entertainment complex.
Northern Quarter
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Creative district
of Manchester
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Diverse
cafés, street food & late-night bars
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Art, music & events
- a year round programme
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Independent
boutiques & concept stores
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Chanel Métiers d’Art
2023
Manchester’s creative core – celebrated for its independent spirit, cultural energy, and distinctive character. From vintage shops and record stores to street art, specialty coffee, and nightlife, this is where the city’s artistic and alternative scenes thrive.
Everywhere Within Reach
Manchester offers outstanding local, national, and international transport links. The city’s integrated Bee Network is set to deliver a London-style transport system by 2030, whilst the Metrolink is already the UK’s most extensive light rail network. Manchester Airport also connects the city to over 220 global destinations.
The Bee Network – buses, trams, cycling & rail
Metrolink – 99 stations across 64 miles
Manchester International Airport – the largest UK airport outside of London
A Hub For Enterprise
Manchester offers a highly skilled labour pool, making it an attractive location for businesses of all sizes – from start-ups and SMEs to global brands.
Meeting the UK’s Housing Demand
With the UK facing a significant housing shortfall, Renaker is positioned at the forefront of addressing this national and local challenge. Our developments contribute meaningfully to housing supply, particularly in Manchester’s high-demand city region, supporting government targets while delivering high-quality homes for a growing population.
A Pipeline of Investment Opportunities
Our forward-looking pipeline includes a range of high-potential development opportunities across Manchester City Centre. These projects are strategically selected to align with market demand, demographic trends, and investor appetite, offering a clear roadmap for sustained growth and value creation.
Interested in a Build to Rent opportunity in Manchester city centre?
For institutional investment enquiries, please contact:
Andy Lofthouse
Chief Development Officer
andrewlofthouse@renaker.com
0161 245 1150
07949 507 699
