Ice Plant by Northern Group · Blossom Street, Ancoats Urban Village, Manchester, Greater Manchester M4 6AP
Completed
Northern Group has 4 developments on Homello. Homes in Manchester sold for a median £250,000 over the last year, £291 per sq ft; see house prices in Manchester.
About Ice Plant
Discover exceptional urban living at the Ice Plant, a landmark development by Northern Group situated in the heart of Ancoats Urban Village, one of Manchester's most desirable and vibrant neighbourhoods. This iconic building masterfully blends historical character with contemporary design, offering a unique residential experience. The development thoughtfully preserves the original red-brick façade of its industrial past—once an ice store for market traders and later a rehearsal space for legendary bands like The Stone Roses and Happy Mondays—while introducing modern new-build blocks connected by a stunning glass atrium.
The Ice Plant offers a diverse range of 82 generously sized apartments, including one, two, and three-bedroom layouts, catering to various lifestyles. Residents can choose between apartments that celebrate the building's heritage with exposed brickwork, high arched windows, and steel columns, or opt for sleek, modern homes with clean lines and floor-to-ceiling windows. Each apartment is finished to a high specification, designed for long-term comfort and style. Resident amenities are designed for ultimate convenience and peace of mind: Secure underground car parking with available EV charging ports Dedicated, secure bicycle storage On-site maintenance and management teams providing a quick and responsive service Additional storage units available for rent Perfectly positioned on Blossom Street and fronting the bustling Cutting Room Square, the Ice Plant places you at the centre of Ancoats' acclaimed food and drink scene. Enjoy immediate access to independent bars, artisan coffee shops, and renowned restaurants. The development is just a short walk from the trendy Northern Quarter, while the green spaces of Cotton Field Park and New Islington Marina are only minutes away. Connectivity is superb, with Manchester Piccadilly and Victoria train stations both just a brief stroll away, providing mainline rail services. The city's main ring road is also easily accessible for journeys by car, and numerous bus and Metrolink services are available nearby, ensuring seamless travel across Greater Manchester and beyond. This development is ideal for professionals and couples seeking a dynamic, convenient, and culturally rich city centre lifestyle.
- Developer
- Northern Group
- City
- Greater Manchester
- Neighbourhood
- Manchester
- Postcode
- M4 6AP
- Address
- Blossom Street, Ancoats Urban Village
- Bedrooms
- 1–3
- Total homes
- 82
- Tenure
- Build to rent
Facilities
- 24H Maintenance
- Professionally Managed
- Underground Parking
- Electric Vehicle Charging Points
- Bike Storage
Questions about Ice Plant
›Who is the developer of Ice Plant?
Ice Plant is a Northern Group development in Manchester, Greater Manchester. Northern Group has 4 developments listed on Homello.
›Are homes available to rent at Ice Plant?
Ice Plant: completed. Use the enquiry button to check current availability with Northern Group.
›What are house prices like in Manchester?
The median sold price in Manchester was £250,000 over the last 12 months (10,345 sales, +0.0% on the year before), or £291 per square foot, from HM Land Registry data. The house prices in Manchester page has the trend, prices by property type and every street.
›What type of homes are at Ice Plant?
Ice Plant offers apartments, 1–3 bedroom homes, 82 homes in total. Homes are let by the operator by Northern Group.
Location
Blossom Street, Ancoats Urban Village, M4 6AP
Nearest stations
- Shudehill Station 0.4 milesManchester Metrolink
- Market Street Station 0.5 milesManchester Metrolink
- Piccadilly Gardens Station 0.5 milesManchester Metrolink
- New Islington Station 0.5 milesManchester Metrolink
Nearest schools
- Co-op Academy New Islington 0.2 milesPrimary · ages 4–11
- St Patrick's RC Primary School, a Voluntary Academy 0.4 milesPrimary · ages 3–11
- Abbott Community Primary School 0.4 milesPrimary · ages 3–11 Outstanding
- Chetham's School of Music 0.6 milesIndependent · ages 8–19
Nearest supermarkets
- The Co-operative Food Convenience store <0.1 miles
- Tesco Express Convenience store 0.1 miles
- Morrisons Daily Convenience store 0.2 miles
- Sainsburys Local Convenience store 0.2 miles
Eating out nearby
Within half a mile: 227 restaurants and cafes, 86 pubs and bars, 44 takeaways.
- Seven Bro7hers Beerhouse <0.1 milesRestaurant or cafe
- Elnecot <0.1 milesPub or bar
- Halle Concerts Society <0.1 milesRestaurant or cafe
- Butter Bird <0.1 milesRestaurant or cafe
Straight-line distances; actual routes will be longer. Stations from NaPTAN, with their lines powered by TfL Open Data; schools from the Department for Education register, with the latest Ofsted signal; supermarkets from Geolytix Retail Points; places to eat from the Food Standards Agency's register of food businesses.
Area insights
The Manchester neighbourhood around this development.
Sources: HM Land Registry price paid data, Police.uk, Historic England, ONS Census 2021, Ofcom Connected Nations, Environment Agency. Planning offices.
We have not been able to confirm current prices here recently.
