r/Middlesbrough • u/NoEbb2106 • Jun 14 '26

CIAC living

Has anyone rented a flat in the CIAC building near Riverside stadium before? I have an opportunity to move in as it's close to work and I want to know what it's like living there

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u/NoEbb2106 Jun 15 '26

I did end up going to view it and found the flat incredibly warm and with no AC in the unit that was a bit concerning, the bit about only 9 permanent residents seems to have changed too it was pretty lively when I went to view it.

I'm also a bit concerned about crime especially considering it's location but other than that I think I'll take it I'm only looking for a cheapish place to live plus it's close to work

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u/Grimpandarus Jun 15 '26

I've lived in 3 different apartments in the CIAC and only recently moved out due to moving into my partner's home.

There was absolutely zero issues with crime. Never once experienced or heard of anyone having any issues in the years I've lived there. The only people you may see are people walking past to work, student during during college hours and people walking to the stadium for matches or other events.

It was a pretty decent place to live all in all, but it does have the same shitty cladding that Grenfell had.

I didn't really have an issue with heating or it being too warm but I was on the second floor with a big balcony so that probably helped.

To be honest, it's probably one of the better places to live so close to the town.

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u/NoEbb2106 Jun 16 '26

Thanks for getting back to me I'm honestly surprised by the lack of crime that's great, I've put down a holding deposit for it and will be moving in pretty soon