Build-to-Rent Manchester | Tech-Enabled BTR Management

An unrivalled tech-enabled rental experience

We are creating unique Build-to-Rent environments in the North West, and managing them effectively in-house with our extensive Property Management expertise.

Our innovative CERT Life app brings our BTR communities together, with an unrivalled rental experience for a simpler, yet enhanced living experience, all whilst supporting our strategic aims for Investors; to reduce OPEX through our digital concierge ability, achieve longer average tenancies, maintain the highest occupancy, and maximise rental levels through community benefits.

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Target to beat industry OPEX standards
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Driving tenant retention
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Inclusive neighbourhoods for everyone to enjoy

Our BTR community living vision has been years in the making, alongside the concept and development of our fully tech enabled approach to property management; delivering a unique lifestyle platform that drives community engagement, footfall to lifestyle amenities and local venues, events in and around our buildings and communication between our property managers and tenants. The result is seamless day-to-day tenancy management and organic neighbourhood growth, creating social value.

The CERT Life app connects tenants to their asset manager, who acts as a dedicated digital concierge throughout the tenancy. Tenants can tap into building amenities, curated events, local vendor discounts and VIP event access, and a community newsfeed, creating a ready-made lifestyle at their fingertips.

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Launching Summer 2026, SONA is our Build-to-Rent community in Ardwick, offering contemporary homes with all-inclusive bills and everything residents need for a simpler way of renting.

Residents will enjoy thoughtfully designed shared spaces, including a lounge and events space, cinema room and meeting rooms, all bookable through the CERT Life app. A year-round programme of events and activities will bring people together, making it easy to get to know neighbours and feel part of the community from day one.

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Insignia comprises 90 apartments developed and managed by CERT, located in the heart of the Civic Quarter regeneration in Old Trafford.

Completed in January 2021 at the start of a national lockdown, in order to achieve our stabilisation target we created a digital marketing campaign targeted via social media to the key demographic. Quickly reacting to the global climate, high speed internet and second bedroom offices became the focus of the ad campaign. Applicants were pre qualified and video viewings were utilised to secure applicants, whilst digitalisation meant that tenancy admin was fast and efficient in order to hit our weekly and monthly move in targets.

Stabilisation was achieved within 3 months of completion in April 2021.

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CERT is appointed on Meadow Mill, a 150,000 sq ft heritage mill conversion, to provide building and estate management services to 213 leaseholders. This includes collection of service charge and ground rent, tendering and management of third party suppliers and appointment and management of on site teams. We are responsible for facilities and regulation management, as well as ensuring our client is compliant with the Building Safety Act 2022 which involves creating and managing the building safety case for the site.

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I’ve partnered with CERT to bring two exceptional Build-to-Rent developments to life in my hometown of Manchester. It’s a deeply personal experience to be investing in the local community that has shaped me, and I’m excited to see the positive impact these developments will have on the neighbourhood.

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Build-to-Rent (BTR) refers to residential developments created specifically for renting rather than individual sale. Unlike traditional private rentals, these properties are professionally managed by a single operator to ensure a high-quality, consistent living experience. At CERT, our BTR schemes are designed to foster long-term communities through tech-enabled services, like the CERT Life App, and dedicated on-site support that simplifies every aspect of a tenant’s life.

Build-to-Rent developments provide a more convenient and community-focused renting experience. They offer tenants secure long-term leases, purpose-built homes and shared spaces. CERT-managed sites add value through the CERT Life App, event programming and proactive property management, all focused on a better living experience.

Investors benefit from stable, long-term rental yields and strong tenant retention in Build-to-Rent. CERT enhances these advantages with advanced technology, efficient management and strong community engagement, helping reduce void periods and optimise returns.

Build-to-Rent homes typically offer shared lounges, co-working spaces, fitness facilities and secure bike storage. With CERT, tenants can also access events, local discounts and book amenities through the CERT Life App, making daily life more convenient.

Maintenance is professionally managed and responsive, with repairs and requests handled by an experienced on-site team. At CERT properties, tenants schedule maintenance directly through the CERT Life App for fast, seamless service.

Technology makes Build-to-Rent living more connected and convenient. CERT’s model uses its CERT Life App for communication, amenity booking, maintenance requests and building a sense of community among residents.

Demand for high-quality rental homes is rising due to lifestyle changes and a need for secure, flexible tenancies. Build-to-Rent answers this need with modern flats and community-led environments, a trend CERT is leading in the North West through innovative property management.

Look for experience, modern technology, community engagement and transparent communication. CERT combines in-house expertise with digital platforms like the CERT Life App, backed by professional managers focused on tenant satisfaction and investment results.

Vibrant, engaged communities help retain tenants and increase satisfaction. CERT hosts regular resident events, partners with local businesses for perks and creates shared spaces, all accessible and bookable via the CERT Life App.

Simply visit the CERT website or contact the management team to view available BTR homes. Residents enjoy a streamlined onboarding process and support throughout their tenancy, assisted by CERT’s digital services.

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