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

The area around Tower Works is fantastic, full of energy, great restaurants, independent coffee shops, and creative workspaces. The proximity to Leeds city centre makes everything easily walkable, including transport links like the train station and major bus routes. The canal area is lovely for walks or runs, especially in the summer. Parking can be a little limited at busy times, but the overall convenience and vibrancy of the area easily make up for it. The neighbourhood feels very safe, and there’s a strong sense of community among residents and nearby developments.

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

They are always on top of things! Especially the gym!

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

How good the coffee is at 92 degrees - the service from the lovely ginger girl Katie - is SUBLIME!

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

The location of York and Elder is great! You’re just by a supermarket, London road highstreet and so close to the North Laine. The train station is only a 5/10 minute walk away! On the side of the building I live on, your near a traffic light, so you do get some road traffic noise with windows open. But it’s very quiet with them closed! You don’t hear anything

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

Any issues I’ve faced with the apartment have been fixed 24/48hrs after I have raised a ticket for them. Maintenance are always on it! Cannot fault them at all! And have been patient with us when moving our dogs around.

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

Some of the rooms you need to pay to use, like the dining room.

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

Great to be next to hove station, the bust stop next to it and so many places to grab a bit to eat if hungry. There is also a fantastic selection of pubs around which I enjoy greatly.

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

We have not had any problems to raise with management.

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

I had no idea how kind and caring the staff coukd ever have been before I moved in here.

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

It’s great area as it makes many stores and markets extremely accessible. The views are nice and your a very shot walking distance for the train station. Sometimes it may be a little noisy with the windows open, but nothing extreme .

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

Promptly and eager to help. Never have I had an issue they can’t guide or help me with directly.

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

Not much, nothing I can think of right now. Sound doesn’t bother me as it’s not extreme but you may want to consider it?

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

We live between London Road and New England Street. Plenty of pubs, coffee shops, delis, second hand shops, cinema, gyms, churches, supermarket, ice cream places, bakeries, busses and train station. If we need anything else we are just 10 minute walks to the big shopping center and town.

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

Yes the building management always respond to our request. Sometimes it may take a bit of time, especially if something is not particularly urgent, but eventually things get sorted fairly quickly and with a smile!

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

One thing I wish I’d known before moving into York & Elder is that the building is classified as commercial, which means the service charges for heating and hot water are considerably higher than what you'd typically find in a residential tenancy. It’s not something that’s immediately obvious, but it does make a noticeable difference—especially in winter. Another surprise was the monthly pet fee: £50 per pet. I understand the intention might be to cover potential damage, but tenants already pay a security deposit and are liable for any repairs. So it’s hard to see the rationale behind an ongoing charge—especially when some pet-free residents regularly pet-sit for others in their own apartments without any fee. I had hoped to adopt two cats, but the cost made it feel out of reach. It’s a shame, really. In a building that otherwise feels so welcoming and community-driven, this policy feels a little out of step… dare I say, a touch pet-ty.