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Wood Street House, CF10

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2024

4.76

4.76

(153 reviews)

£980-£2,260 pcm

Studios, 1, 2, 3 beds

Wood Street House is located in the heart of Cardiff Central Square. Residents can enjoy a gym and a roof terrace with views across Cardiff castle and the Stadium. Additionally, there are private dining rooms, a lounge, games zone and work spaces. Furthermore, Wood Street House comes with free super fast broadband everywhere, and an on-site team always available for help. On ground level, residents enjoy riverside walks along the Taff Trail, designer shopping at St David’s 2, independent shopping in the numerous arcades, cocktails and dancing on St Mary’s Street. Plus, internationally renowned sport, heritage and culture are right on the doorstep.
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Ranked 1st out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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Verse, CF10

By Fresh

4.82

4.82

(23 reviews)

Studios, 1, 2 beds

Situated in the heart of Cardiff, Verse blends work and play with Cardiff’s vibrant arts, music and cultural district. Apartments come furnished or unfurnished, with a collection of studio, one and two bedroom apartments available. Plus, pets are welcome in this brand new community.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

By PLATFORM_

4.51

4.51

(25 reviews)

Brand new 1- & 2-bedroom apartments at Wales' first Build-to-Rent development just 6 minutes from Cardiff Central station. Residents benefit from co-working spaces, free use of the on-site gym, and two rooftop terraces with stunning views across the city and down to the bay.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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Plas Ty Draw, CF23

By Redrow

4.51

4.51

(9 reviews)

Plas Ty Draw in Lisvane, Cardiff, is a high-quality Redrow development offering a superb selection of family homes from their award-winning Heritage Collection. Positioned just five miles from Cardiff City Centre and conveniently close to the M4, the development offers ease of access to the capital's amenities and is surrounded by a variety of good and excellent schools, the Cardiff Golf Club, and much more, making it a popular choice for families looking for quality living​
4th

Ranked 4th out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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Cwrt Sant Ioan, CF5

By Redrow

4.38

4.38

(11 reviews)

Cwrt Sant Ioan at Plasdŵr offers a contemporary range of 3-bedroom homes situated on the outskirts of Cardiff near Radyr village. It's part of Plasdŵr, envisioned as a world-class community in a country park setting, combining accessibility with a sense of retreat from city congestion. This development includes substantial investments in education and transport, aiming to provide a vibrant, self-contained, and sustainable garden city. Plasdŵr is designed to meet the capital's housing needs and support its economic growth, creating an ideal place to live, work, and play.
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Ranked 5th out of 9 in South Glamorgan

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Esther T (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

4
4
This is rated 4.00 out of 5.00.
4

Lovely Wood Street House!

Esther T (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

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

The location is fantastic! you can walk anywhere in Cardiff from here, and it is so easy to take the bus or train as the stations are situated right next to the building. The street can sometimes be busy but the apartments have good sound proofing. It is right next to a great selection of bars and restaurants which make it very convenient!

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

The management was wonderful and efficient in helping me every step of the way! Harita was very kind and informative during my moving out process! She ensured that I had all the information that I needed and listened to my concerns as well. It made the process that much easier for me!

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

Before moving in, I wish I had asked more questions about how noise travels in the building (e.g., footsteps from upstairs neighbors or street sounds). It’s not a major issue, but if you’re sensitive to noise, it might help to tour the apartment during busier times or ask about soundproofing. That said, the community itself is quiet and friendly, and management has always been great about addressing concerns!


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Sara Al Sadi (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

5
5
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5

Modern, Comfortable Living with Excellent Management

Sara Al Sadi (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jul 2025

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

Living in this area has been a very positive experience overall. The local shops and restaurants are of good quality and within walking distance Like any city area, there can be occasional traffic noise and limited parking at peak times, but overall the street is quiet and well-maintained. Bin collections are regular and efficient, and the neighborhood feels safe and friendly.

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

The building management has always responded quickly and professionally to any issues. They are approachable, helpful, and make sure things are resolved efficiently.

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

I wish I had known that the noise level on this side of the building can be a bit higher compared to other units. I previously lived in the same development on the Wood Street side facing the train station, and surprisingly, it was much quieter there. It would have been helpful to know about the difference in noise levels depending on the apartment’s location within the building.


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Brooke P (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Verse, CF10

Jul 2025

5
5
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5

Had the best time living at Verse!

Brooke P (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Verse, CF10

Jul 2025

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

The location is amazing! Charles St. is relatively quiet but on the edge of any shop that you need and nearby plenty of bus stops.

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

They responded to every problem we’ve had and been very helpful.

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

The fridge is really small it’s a mini fridge which would’ve been nice to know because it was hard to fit a lot of stuff in.

Manager response

Hi Brooke, Thank you so much for your wonderful review. We are really pleased to hear that you've loved your time with us at Verse!

Posted by

Heather White, Marketing Manager

Jul 2025


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Rhys L (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jun 2025

5
5
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5

100% the best place I’ve lived in

Rhys L (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jun 2025

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

Everything is great, literally everything you’ll ever need is minutes away and very nice that the train station is seconds away

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

Super fast response time and super helpful would recommend enough

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

I didn’t know they’d have key cards almost like a hotel which is great


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Alessandro La Mantia (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jun 2025

5
5
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5

Feels like home

Alessandro La Mantia (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Jun 2025

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

Living in the city centre means everything is on your doorstep shops, bars, restaurants, gyms, and parks. You’re 2 minutes from Cardiff Central station, so transport is super convenient. The area can be a bit noisy at night, especially on weekends, but you get used to it. Bin collections are regular and the streets are generally clean. Being in the heart of the city comes with a great buzz and lots of things to do.

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

The maintenance of the building is great, very clean and everything works fine

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

The city center can be noisy on the weekends, but is something that you get used quickly

Manager response

Hi Alessandro, Thank you for taking the time to leave such a detailed review. It is great to hear that you are enjoying your home at Wood Street House! We will be sure to pass on your kind words to the team. Thank you for choosing Wood Street House as your home. Best wishes, The Wood Street House Management Team

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Leah Francis, Community and Operations Manager

Jul 2025


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