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Wood Street House, CF10

By Legal & General, urbanbubble

Award winner 2025

4.77

4.77

(170 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.
1st

Ranked 1st out of 19 in Wales

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PLATFORM_ in Cardiff, CF10

By PLATFORM_

4.28

4.28

(31 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.
2nd

Ranked 2nd out of 19 in Wales

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Gramercy Tower, CF10

By Native Communities

4.99

4.99

(8 reviews)

Situated in the heart of Cardiff, Gramercy Tower is just 5 minutes from the city centre. Residents can enjoy a range of amenities, including a concierge, gym, roof terrace and private dining room. Cardiff Central railway station is also just a short walk away and Cardiff Airport is 30-minutes by car.
3rd

Ranked 3rd out of 19 in Wales

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Verse, CF10

By Fresh

4.83

4.83

(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.
4th

Ranked 4th out of 19 in Wales

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Cae Sant Barrwg, CF83

By Llanmoor Homes

4.69

4.69

(6 reviews)

Cae Sant Barrwg is located in Bedwas near the town of Caerphilly. The development will offer a wide range of homes including Affordable homes.
5th

Ranked 5th out of 19 in Wales

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Javad S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

4
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4

Wood Street House is located in a the centre of the city which is surrounded with shopping malls restaurants and most importantly a Tesco. It also provides a gym a parking lot also providing bike racks.

Javad S (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

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

Wood street house is in centre of the city which is close to my uni, and also near the st Davis mall. There are multiple restaurants around.

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

Harita, Mo, Aled, Ben and many other stuff members are helpful being understanding and accommodating.

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

The noise from the outside is load on Fridays and Saturdays but once you close the windows there are almost fully blocked out.


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Jone Smith (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

5
5
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5

Perfect City Centre Location with Great Convenience

Jone Smith (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

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

The location is excellent, right in the city centre of Cardiff. It’s only a few minutes’ walk to the train station, with Tesco and a variety of shops, restaurants, and bars nearby. Transport links are very convenient, and everything you need is within walking distance. The street is lively but generally safe, with good parking availability and regular bin collections. Some noise from nearby bars can occur at night, but overall it’s a vibrant and convenient place to live.

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

The building management harita has always responded quickly and professionally to any issues I’ve raised, resolving problems in a timely and efficient manner.

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

I wish I had known earlier about the large communal terrace on the 12th floor. It’s a great space for studying, working, or relaxing, especially on sunny days. It adds a lot of value to living here and is a nice quiet spot in the city centre.


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K (Tenant)

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

5
5
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5

Best place in town

K (Tenant)

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

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

Wonderful location, great staff and service, irreplacable hospitality, amenities are wonderful, 10/10

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

Yes, every time i have an issue in my apartment (barely ever) they will immediately come to help

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

There is nothing on my mind to share, wonderful community and wonderful place.


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Mohammed Al-Abdulla (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

5
5
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5

Excellent 1-Bedroom Apartment at Wood Street House

Mohammed Al-Abdulla (Tenant)

Verified Resident

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

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

The location is great and building is beautiful also the staff are helpful. But its noisy at weekends and holidays from the bars near the building.

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

Harita helped me a lot with the moving out process.

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

Something I Wish I Had Known Before Moving In: I wish I had known that parking spaces are quite limited around Wood Street House and can be expensive in nearby car parks. It’s definitely more convenient for residents who rely on public transport, as the building is next to Cardiff Central Station and main bus routes. Another small thing is that, because the building is right in the city centre, it can get a bit noisy on weekends — especially if your apartment faces the main street. However, the windows are well insulated, so it’s usually not a big issue.


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Faris (Tenant)

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

5
5
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5

Great experience and excellent management.

Faris (Tenant)

Wood Street House, CF10

Oct 2025

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

The local area is very convenient and peaceful. There are plenty of shops, cafés, and restaurants within walking distance, as well as several parks and open spaces that make the neighborhood feel green and friendly. Public transport is reliable with good bus and train connections. Parking can sometimes be limited during peak hours, but overall the area feels safe, clean, and pleasant to live in.

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

The management has been really good. Harita helped me with my issues and sorted everything quickly. She was very kind and easy to talk to.

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

I wish I knew how quiet and nice the building is. It’s a comfortable place to live and the people here are friendly.


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