Award winner 2024

Facilities
Bike storage
Onsite maintenance
Parcel storage
Parking
Resident events
Student friendly
Awards
Location Award: 2024
Facilities
Bike storage
Onsite maintenance
Parcel storage
Parking
Resident events
Student friendly
Awards
Location Award: 2024
See how residents rate this development
16 total reviews
Some reviewers were offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Experience
3.9
Value
3.9
Location
4.7
Facilities
3.6
Management
3.9
Design
3.6
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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'.
Madhu R (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Well-managed apartment in a superb location
Madhu R (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Jul 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Well-connected to the city centre, Uni of Sheffield and West St. There is off-road parking available and a secure bin. It isn't very loud and there isn't much traffic on gell st. Springfield Primary school and gell st. park is nearby.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
They have been responsive, though the time taken to deal with an issue depends upon the nature of the issue.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
There can be some rough sleepers around the area; hence, lock your car properly at night.
Manager response
Thanks so much for the detailed review, Madhu! We're really pleased the location is working well for you, the connection to the city centre etc and the quiet on Gell St.. Thanks too for flagging the lack of bike storage, that's useful for us to note. Glad our team has been responsive when you've raised issues, and thanks for the heads-up about staying alert at night, we'll keep resident safety front of mind.
Posted by
Team PF, Marketing
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Kuganathan P (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Conveniently located and well-managed apartment
Kuganathan P (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Jul 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The property is very close to West Street and Division Street and is in a very lively location. Springfield School and Gell Street Park are right behind the property. The University of Sheffield is just up the road.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
When the fridge broke down and the ceiling had a wet patch, they tended to it relatively promptly.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
The heat retention in the apartment is quite poor.
Manager response
Thanks so much for the thoughtful review, Kuganathan! We're glad the location is working well for you and it's also great to hear the top floor gets plenty of natural light and ventilation. Thanks for your patience with the fridge and ceiling issues, and for recognising that some delays came down to contractors rather than our team. We appreciate you flagging the heat retention too, that's useful feedback for us to look into. Thanks again for making this your home!
Posted by
Team PF, Marketing
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Larry (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Great place to live in the city centre
Larry (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Jul 2026
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Living in the area is amazing for close accessibility to shops, restaurants and public transport. There are also dedicated parking spaces if you drive. The area also doesn’t get much noise from west street and is fairly quiet.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Building management seems nice and friendly, quick to respond and the building is well-managed.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
There is a pub nearby which can get quite noisy but the place doesn’t get any noise from west street. The area overall is nice and quiet.
Manager response
Thank you for your review, Larry. We're pleased to hear you're enjoying your home, the convenient city centre location, and the pet-friendly environment. It's also great to know that you've found the building well maintained and our team responsive and helpful. We appreciate your feedback and thank you for recommending Placefirst.
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Team PR, Marketing
Jul 2026
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Varun Uppal (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Dec 2024
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Modern amenities, urban location and sophisticated style.
Varun Uppal (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
The residential area is close to everything that you can think of making it ideally located. City center with a range of pubs, bars, restaurants ,University and the hospital are within walking distance. Tram and bus stops are less than a minute away.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes, it's all through online portal where you can log in issues and they get sorted
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Overall a good property, I don't think there is more someone can ask.
Manager response
Hi Varun, Thank you for your great review! It's fantastic to hear that you are happy with your home and the location. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything, as we’re always happy to help. Take care,
Posted by
Holly, Team Placefirst
Jan 2025
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
David C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Dec 2024
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Vibrant and Friendly Community in the Heart of Sheffield
David C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Living on Gell Street is great if you love being in the heart of the city. The location is ideal—I can walk to shops, restaurants, and bars in minutes. There’s always something happening nearby, whether it’s grabbing a coffee, meeting friends for food, or just enjoying Devonshire Green. That little park is a lifesaver when you need some fresh air or a quiet spot. Transport is super convenient, with buses and trams close by, but I barely need them because everything’s so central. The street itself is a mix of old and new. The buildings have loads of character, which I love, but the area can get noisy at times, especially at night when the bars nearby are busy. It’s part of the charm of living in a lively area, but it might not be for everyone. Bin collections are pretty reliable, and the council does a decent job keeping the area tidy. Occasionally, you’ll spot a bit of litter or hear some late-night commotion, but I’ve never felt unsafe here.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Whenever there’s been a problem, whether it’s a maintenance issue or a request for repairs, the management team has been quick to acknowledge it and often resolves the issue within a reasonable time frame.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Guidelines about setting up utilities. Water, electricity and wifi.
Manager response
Hi David, Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review! I am pleased to hear that you are happy with your Placefirst home and that you would recommend Placefirst. Thank you for your feedback regarding modernisation - I have passed this on to the wider team. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything; we’re always happy to help. All the best,
Posted by
Holly, Team Placefirst
Jan 2025
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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