A guide to living in Sheffield

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

The building is great has a nice community rooms are very spacious and the staff is great and have a nice rooftop

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

The management and staff of the building are Great

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

How good the staff is and how pet friendly it is Z

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

The location is extremely convenient. It’s not in a noisy area, yet it’s also very close to all essential stores. For example, there are two supermarkets within walking distance, and the Moor Market is literally a 5-minute walk where you can find fresh fruits and vegetables. Decathlon is right in front of the building, offering high-quality sports, hiking, skiing, and outdoor equipment. For the bin collection, I only need to walk for one minute outside, which I actually like because it forces me to get some fresh air. The bins are taken out daily, so they never get smelly or overloaded. There are also two bars nearby, and gyms both inside the building and close by.

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

Very cooperative, fast, and smart. They solve any problem as soon as they can

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

I had no bad insight maybe because i took my time to view many buildings but cant find like platform. I even changed the apartment but inside the building due to my reasons. So i have no bad insight at all. Maybe if added some convenience parts in the gym, but all the essential parts are in it

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Everything is great, the restaurants are excellent, and the area is amazing. I really enjoy the atmosphere and convenience of this neighborhood, as it offers many great places to eat, relax, and explore.

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

I have been waiting for more than three weeks to have my shower repaired, and the delay has been extremely inconvenient and frustrating

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

Nothing in mind but i wished i new that tge smell of the floors were bad before moving in every floor sadly

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

The local area around The James is very convenient, with supermarkets, cafes, restaurants, gyms and public transport all close by, and it generally feels safe, lively and well connected. It is also within comfortable distance of both universities which makes day to day life easy. At times the neighbourhood can be a bit busy or lively, especially on weekends, and parking in the city centre is not the easiest. The cost of living is slightly higher compared to quieter areas, and the kitchen space in the apartment is on the smaller side, but overall these are manageable and do not take away from the positive experience of living here.

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

The building management has been very responsive and helpful whenever I have raised anything. They usually sort things out quickly and keep you updated, and they are always polite and approachable. Even small requests are taken seriously, which makes the whole experience feel smooth and well supported.

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

One thing I wish I had known before moving in is that the area can feel quite lively on weekend nights, especially around West Street. It is manageable, but it would have been good to know in advance so I could plan for it.

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One of the good aspects of living in this area is the availability of nearby supermarkets such as Tesco, which makes it very convenient for residents to access their daily essentials. The area is also close to restaurants and the city centre, providing plenty of options for dining and shopping. Another positive point is the presence of a bus stop nearby, which makes transportation easy and accessible.

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

The building management is generally good and supportive, and they do resolve issues when contacted. However, there is sometimes a noticeable delay in responding to emails, which is an area that could be improved.

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One thing I heard, and which new residents should be aware of, is that hosting an overnight guest may be difficult because additional keys are not provided and overnight stays might not always be allowed. If this is accurate, it can be inconvenient, especially since these apartments are private homes and tenants should have the right to host guests when needed. This is something important for future residents to keep in mind.