A guide to living in Sheffield

Excellent

73.1%

Very Good

20.0%

Average

4.4%

Disappointing

1.5%

Very poor

1.0%

Best places to live in Sheffield

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HomeViews Top Rated Development ranking takes into account the Star Rating and the amount of verified reviews over the past 12 months.

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The James Sheffield, S1

By The James

Award winner 2025

4.97

4.97

(37 reviews)

The James Sheffield is the perfect place for great people, offering a home and lifestyle that supports their ambition — a living experience designed for go-getters to live, work, and thrive. Located within a short walk to Sheffield's best academic, retail, and leisure districts, our brand-new and pet-friendly community combines modern design with thoughtful amenities, creating the ideal environment for driven individuals to achieve their goals and enjoy a balanced lifestyle. Studios are complemented by state-of-the-art amenities including a podcast studio, private dining room and dedicated work lounge. Our community calendar, curated by our dedicated on-site team, is packed with events to allow our residents to socialise, collaborate and grow.
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Ranked 1st out of 20 in Sheffield

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Soho Yard, S3

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.91

4.91

(25 reviews)

Studio, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom apartments to rent in Sheffield city centre, with options including balconies, city views and open plan living. Soho Yard is a community where shared spaces such as lounges, fitness centre, and rooftop terraces become gathering spots for neighbours to connect.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 20 in Sheffield

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PLATFORM_ in Sheffield, S1

By PLATFORM_

Award winner 2024

4.65

4.65

(55 reviews)

PLATFORM_ has arrived in Sheffield to reimagine the rental experience. Discover a home with co-working spaces, a games room, gym, three roof terraces, a calendar of social activities, and access to the private dining room, all included in your rent. Book your tour today!
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 20 in Sheffield

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Kangaroo Works, S1

By ila

Award winner 2025

4.62

4.62

(37 reviews)

Kangaroo Works is a community of new build 1, 2 and 3 bed apartments. Located in the heart of Sheffield city centre living. Experience thoughtfully designed amenities with reception and concierge services, spaces for co-working, communal roof top and courtyard gardens.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 20 in Sheffield

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Iron Yard, S1

By Centrick - Built for Renters

Award winner 2025

4.58

4.58

(24 reviews)

Located in the heart of the city centre, Iron Yard offers a peaceful haven for those wanting to live a cosmopolitan lifestyle whilst still having a place to relax and unwind. Comprised of 95 one and two bedroom apartments, the community also has an on-site residents’ fitness suite, private event space, co-working hub and residents lounge. With ample secure, private parking and CCTV Iron Yard is a safe, serene and prime place to live, work and play. Landscaped gardens provide ample outdoor space for residents to enjoy, with several local parks and green spaces also within walking distance.
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Ranked 5th out of 20 in Sheffield

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525 total reviews

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Reviews marked with a green tick show tenants whose residency we have been able to verify. Those that could not be verified are marked 'unverified'.

Lukasz (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

I highly recommend this place to anyone

Lukasz (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Great location with short distance into the town centre which makes it really convenient, without needing a car.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Big thank you to Liv and Megan for all their help along the way. They were supportive quick to reply and always willing to assist with anything I needed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

The whole process was clear and easy to follow. Thank you.

Manager response

Thank you for your kind review and for taking the time to share your experience at Soho Yard. We’re delighted to hear that your apartment met your expectations and that you’re enjoying the modern design, as well as the clean and well-maintained communal spaces. It’s great to know that features like the secure bike storage and on-site gym have added value to your day-to-day living, and that the location has made getting into the city centre so convenient. We’re especially pleased to hear your feedback about the lettings process being clear and straightforward—that’s exactly the experience we aim to provide from the very beginning. A special thank you as well for your kind words about Liv and Megan. We’ll be sure to pass this on to them—they’ll be thrilled to know their support has made a positive impact. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are glad to have you as part of the Soho Yard community.

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Mitchell Turner, Community Host Manager

Apr 2026


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Youssef (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Comfy and quiet

Youssef (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Very good area. Close to the centre. No allocated parking unfortunately but local parking areas give offers and discounts for the residents

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Very well. They are involved and try to fix issues in a timely manner

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

It would have been better if it was advertised clearly that there was no good parking areas around

Manager response

Thank you for taking the time to share your feedback. We’re really pleased to hear that you’ve had a positive experience overall and that you appreciate the design of the building, as well as the efforts of our team. It’s especially encouraging to know our reception and management staff have made a good impression—providing a respectful, responsive, and supportive service is something we take great pride in. We also appreciate your understanding regarding the recent hot water issues. While we’re glad this didn’t significantly impact you, we worked hard to address the situation as quickly as possible and to keep all residents informed throughout. Thank you as well for your honest feedback around parking. We understand that this can be an important consideration, and we recognise the value of clearer communication before moving in. While we do not have on-site allocated parking, we continue to work with local providers to secure discounted options for residents and will take your comments on board to improve how this information is shared in the future. We’re grateful for your recommendation and are pleased to have you as part of the Soho Yard community!

Posted by

Megan Hill, Senior Community Host

Apr 2026


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Alex (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Home away from Home!

Alex (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Lovely new apartment building and conveniently located. I feel very safe and secure staying at Soho yard. Very neat and clean with well maintained amenities. My favorite aspect is the 24 hr gym and how pet friendly it is. Staff here are very friendly and always go an extra mile to help you with your needs. As I have moved in here from Abroad, its give me a feeling that I am at my own home which is quite important to me.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Always considerate and respond in a timely manner.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

wish they had more unfurnished apartments at top floors

Manager response

Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback. We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying life at Soho Yard, from the design and amenities to the location and overall atmosphere of the building. It’s especially rewarding to know that you feel safe, comfortable, and at home here—particularly after moving from abroad. Creating a welcoming and supportive environment for all our residents is incredibly important to us, so your comments truly mean a lot. We’re also pleased to hear that our team’s proactive approach and willingness to go the extra mile have made a positive difference to your experience. We’ll be sure to share your kind words with them. Thank you as well for your feedback regarding furnished and unfurnished options on higher floors. We understand how important choice is and will certainly take this into consideration for future availability. We really appreciate your recommendation and are glad to have you as part of the Soho Yard community!

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Megan Hill, Senior Community Host

Apr 2026


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Chris Bell (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

Life at Soho yard

Chris Bell (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

Soho yard is very convenient for me as I work in the city centre as soon as I enter the complex it feels like I’m stepping away from the busy city the site is very relaxed and the staff are always happy to see you and have a quick chat

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

The friendly staff are always on hand to answer and question we have and are very prompt in giving answers and solutions

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

It’s a shame there’s two empty retail units on each building would make a great cafe or bistro especially in summer

Manager response

Thank you Chris for taking the time to share such a thoughtful and positive review of your experience at Soho Yard. We’re delighted to hear how much you’re enjoying your apartment, especially the views and spacious, modern design—it’s something we’re very proud of. It’s also great to know that the sense of community, resident events, and the welcoming atmosphere from our team have made a difference to your day-to-day experience. Creating a place that feels both vibrant and relaxing is exactly what we aim for, so your comments really mean a lot! Kind regards,

Posted by

Megan Hill, Senior Community Host

Apr 2026


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Bassey Ita (Tenant)

Unverified

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

5
5
This is rated 5.00 out of 5.00.
5

A peaceful and well kept property. Good value for money

Bassey Ita (Tenant)

Unverified

Soho Yard, S3

Apr 2026

Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:

I'm very impressed with the really high professional , yet friendly approach to the property management. The property is kept very clean and safe 24/7, fit for very decent living. I am very pleased to have made the choice to live here. Frankly, I haven't noticed nor experience a negative here, so far.

How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:

Swiftly, professionally, and most friendly. The team's here are very approachable. This has always been a critical point for me, wherever I reside. This team ticks all of my boxes right. I'm truly impressed.

Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:

Good. At the time of viewing the apartment, I became more impressed than I was before the viewing. Taking a decision to stay here was instant.

Manager response

Hi Bassey, Thank you so much for your kind review—it really means a lot. We’re delighted to hear you’re enjoying the design, cleanliness, and overall atmosphere, and that the team has made you feel supported and welcome. It’s especially lovely to hear you’ve felt a real sense of peace since moving in—that’s exactly what we hope for. Thanks again for your recommendation, and please don’t hesitate to reach out if you ever need anything. Best wishes,

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Mitchell Turner, Community Host Manager

Apr 2026


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