Pinnacle Group wins first housing management contract in Manchester

No 1 Ancoats Green is a flagship development from Manchester City Council’s housing company, This City. The129 low-carbon homes, including 119 apartments and 10 townhouses, are designed to meet the city’s growing demand for high-quality, affordable housing. A third of the homes are being let at the Manchester Living Rent, ensuring accessibility for residents across the city.

Pinnacle will provide full housing management services, including lettings, tenancy management, resident engagement and maintenance. Its on-site property manager will ensure residents receive responsive, high-quality support.

“This is a pivotal moment for Pinnacle, as we bring housing services to Manchester for the first time,” said Claire Kober, Managing Director, Homes, for Pinnacle Group.

“We’re excited to support the council’s vision for inclusive, sustainable communities through professional, resident-focused management. No 1 Ancoats Green is a thoughtful response to the city’s housing needs and we’re proud to play a role in ensuring these homes are expertly managed for long-term success.”

Leader of Manchester City Council, Cllr Bev Craig, said: “No. 1 Ancoats Green is the product of a vision we’ve had since the inception of This City, to use our own land to build the homes we know our residents want and need, to a high specification, and on our own terms.

“For many years it has been incredibly challenging for councils to build homes to meet demand, but we’re proving that’s possible – while also delivering genuinely affordable housing for our residents.”

No 1 Ancoats Green is the first in a pipeline of more than 1,500 homes planned by This City, with future phases to be delivered in partnership with the Greater Manchester Pension Fund. Residents will begin moving into their high-specification homes this summer, and have access to green spaces and the new Ancoats Mobility Hub.

Cllr Gavin White, Manchester City Council’s Executive Member for Housing and Development, said: “This is an exciting milestone for This City. With Ancoats Green and the city centre on the doorstep, this is surely one of the most attractive developments on offer right now. And importantly, 30% of these homes are genuinely affordable and capped at the Manchester Living Rent, meaning as many people as possible in the city can access them.”

Pinnacle’s appointment reflects growing recognition of the importance of professional housing management in delivering long-term value for residents and local authorities alike. With deep sector experience and a commitment to service excellence, Pinnacle is well-positioned to support Manchester’s ambitious housing strategy.