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Was on and off the phone with Jonathan who I believe is the director. Hung up the phone on us and shouted down the phone “what’s your problem” and “not my issue” in relation to a leak caused from their flat. Personally feel really upset after this experience, I hope he was just having an off day but the lack of empathy, interruptions and sarcasm was not pleasant to have to hear during a stressful situation with this agency.

Update: he has rang me to discuss our encounter and did apologise for certain issues which I do really appreciate, but as a professional the way in which he acted during our previous phone call was not appropriate and still rude.

A Deeply Disturbing Reality – AVOID 62 Leegrange Road, Manchester, M9 4FA – and the Surrounding Complex at All Costs

This is not a home. It is an orchestrated descent into chaos, anchored by a single toxic nucleus: Flat 62. If you are considering relocating to this complex (which includes 60, 62, 68, 70, 72, 74, 76, 78, 80), I implore you—reconsider. Unless your definition of domestic bliss involves daily exposure to relentless noise pollution, aggressive intimidation, and the suffocating stench of cannabis, you will find yourself trapped in an ongoing psychological siege.

The residents of Flat 62—whose behaviour is nothing short of anarchic—have, for nearly a decade, held the entire community hostage. Their daily routine revolves around drug consumption, thunderous music blaring from dusk until late morning, and violent verbal altercations that echo through the walls with alarming regularity. This is not occasional disturbance. This is a sustained campaign of anti-social conduct that renders peaceful living utterly impossible.

More disturbingly, a banned breed pitbull, kept entirely unleashed, roams the grounds freely, posing a very real physical danger. I have, on multiple occasions, delayed leaving my own home to avoid potential attack. The parking area has been reduced to a disgraceful tableau: these individuals—who do not even own vehicles—sprawl across the bays, sunbathing half- half-naked, hurling obscenities, and behaving with shocking indecency, while families with young children are forced to witness it daily.

Despite countless reports, photographic evidence, time-stamped audio recordings, and direct appeals to the landlord, nothing has been done. The police have been called repeatedly. Their visits, however, are little more than fleeting interruptions to an otherwise uninterrupted reign of terror. The occupants return within hours, as brazen and emboldened as ever.

It would be laughable if it weren’t so tragic: these individuals pay nothing, yet contribute everything to the downfall of this once-decent space. Meanwhile, working, law-abiding tenants like myself not only endure this torment, but effectively subsidise it through our rent and taxes.

The electric cupboard has been hijacked and repurposed as personal storage. Radiators have been ripped from walls. Communal areas have been transformed into ashtrays, rubbish tips, and drug dens. The building is quite literally decaying under the weight of unchallenged lawlessness. Fresh air? Non-existent. Open your windows and inhale a blend of cannabis, decay, and human aggression.

Let me be clear: Flat 62 is the problem, and the landlord’s inaction has made them an accomplice. Their silence, in the face of overwhelming documentation and pleas for intervention, speaks volumes. This is not neglect, it is complicity.

There are numerous flats currently for sale in this complex. That alone should serve as a damning indictment.

This review will remain permanently published until meaningful, measurable, and lasting action is taken.

Do not be fooled by the listings. What awaits you here is not a home, it is a prolonged assault on your mental, emotional, and physical wellbeing. Proceed with caution. Or better yet, don’t proceed at all.

This has been an ongoing and prolonged issue that has been constant for 8 consecutive years!!!!

You feel that you are in safe hands step by step throughout the whole process. Jonathan managed my expectations and would give me a reality check at times which I greatly appreciated. His advice, professionalism and patience throughout the sale left myself and my wife in no doubt that we had chosen very well indeed. Neil Fallon

I can only recommend SMH. They are well experienced, fast, efficient and cost effective.
They’ve taken all of the unnecessary overheads out of the Estate Agent model and evolved it into an excellent model bridging the gap between Rightmove, Purple Brinks and a traditional Estate Agent.
It was exactly what I wanted: access to rightmove viewings, clear updates on interested parties, their feedback/offers, management of all the calls and viewings and sensible practical management of the sale. I felt in control at all times which was refreshing.
You should for sure speak to SMH if you’re thinking of selling your house.

Jonathan was very responsive and professional all throughout the sale.
Photos of house were excellent, he wasn't pushy and willing to listen to what we had to say in terms of listing price and photos etc. The fixed fee is also a very fair way of charging for the service provided as percentages can get very expensive. We were very happy with the sale price we achieved and communication was fantastic even when he went on holiday to Majorca. Don't mess about with high street estate agents that use your fee to pay for swanky offices, just go with South Manchester Homes.

Experience was great, fast and easy. Always got back to messages and also helpful

Jonathan and Emma have looked after my rental property for the last 1-2 years.
They are approachable, professional and always keep me updated with clear communication.
I couldn't ask for a better service.

Very professional, responsive, friendly attitude. Always right on time and prepared. No missed phone calls. Couldn't ask for a better agent. Very satisfied with the high quality of service I received.

Jonathan was extremely responsive, quick to offer solutions and available to assist and progress our sale as quickly as possible. He was reassuring and pragmatic (particularly when we had a few hitched along the way!).

Jonathan and Emma are exceptional property managers. I couldn’t rate them 6, so I had to just go with the 5 stars.

South Manchester Homes was recommended to me by a tenant in one of their managed properties. That’s pretty unusual in itself so I had to speak to them. I’m a first time landlord & Jonathan has been fantastic - clearly explained everything, kept me informed & found tenants to move in very quickly. So far so good - I’m very pleased with how everything has been handled.

Jonathan was incredibly helpful with the sale of our house. He was responsive and had good knowledge of the local market. He gave good advice about pricing, took great photos of the house and dealt with the subsequent viewings and offers incredibly efficiently.

He was very patient with us when we had a prolonged process buying our new house and maintained good communication with us and our buyers. This was all exactly what we wanted from an estate agent and Jonathan was pleasure to deal with throughout. Highly recommended!

Jonathan was really helpful with the sale of our house. Although it was a lengthy process due to the initial seller falling through at the last minute, Jonathan stuck with it and managed to find a new buyer for us and we’ve just recently completed. Thank you so much to Jonathan at South Manchester Homes, great service!

Jonathan was great throughout the whole process. We had to complete on our house quickly, and what could have been a stressful time for us ultimately felt fairly tranquil.

We're delighted with the house and would gladly recommend Jonathan.

I really recommend this agency as we had a great experience throughout the 3.5 month waiting time since our offer got accepted until we moved in. Jonathan was super responsive and supportive and our experience couldn't be any better. He kindly offered us as many viewing options as possible and eased the mortgage process for us with informative details and tips. He was always reachable on phone and very patient with my never-ending questions.

Jonathan and Emma were fantastic during the whole process of me letting my property out. With this being my 1st time I was quite anxious with regards to the process however from start to finish they took the pressure away from me and made it a very comfortable and easy process. Would highly recommend them to anyone in the future.

Jonathan is very professional and explained the whole process fully. He is an experienced estate agent and very efficient. This is the second time the family have used South Manchester Homes Ltd and I would recommend them.

Having used other agents in the area in the past, what's different (and great!) about Jonathan at SMH is the personal touch. He had good knowledge of the house, street and the local area. He has been very helpful whilst the sale was going through, I would definitely recommend SMH.

I was very impressed by the service received from South Manchester Homes. Jonathan was responsive and helpful throughout the entire process. From Offer to Completion was approximately 2 months and Jonathan assisted in making the process run quickly and smoothly. Would thoroughly recommend.

Jonathan and the team at South Manchester Homes were incredible and was a massive help in finding and moving in my first perfect home. Very understanding and explained everything from start to finish. I will recommend Jonathan to anyone I come across!