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
13 total reviews
Some reviewers were offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Experience
3.8
Value
3.9
Location
4.7
Facilities
3.6
Management
3.8
Design
3.6
Viewing 1-5 out of 13
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
Kuganathan Padmanathan (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Dec 2024
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Conveniently located and well-managed property
Kuganathan Padmanathan (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Dec 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Location is ideal, with access to the University of Sheffield, shops and restaurants on West Street and Division street, Springfield Primary School, and Gell Street Park.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
They have generally handled maintenance requests well; I had the roof repaired once and bathroom issues sorted.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
A lot of natural light comes into the top floors; however, there are more stairs to climb.
Manager response
Hi Kuganathan, Thank you for taking the time to leave Placefirst a review. It is great to hear that you are happy with your Placefirst home and you like the location. Please don’t hesitate to reach out if you need anything; 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
Tom C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Feb 2024
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Flats get very cold in the winter
Tom C (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Feb 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Central location for shops, bars etc but can get noisy and dirty due to city centre, quieter than West Street itself
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Issues are resolved eventually though can take a while
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
Parking outside can be expensive on weekends especially Saturday
Manager response
Hi Tom, Thank you for taking the time to provide your detailed feedback. We appreciate your positive comments about our central location and the convenience it offers for shops, bars, and other amenities. We understand that this comes with some noise and other challenges, which we continually strive to manage. We’re sorry to hear about the issues you’ve experienced, particularly with soundproofing, water pressure, and heating during the colder months. We recognise that these are significant concerns. We are committed to addressing these problems; therefore, we have brought this to the attention of our wider team. We apologise for any inconvenience you’ve faced and appreciate your patience. Best regards, Holly
Posted by
Holly, Team Placefirst
May 2024

Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
Varun Uppal (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Feb 2024
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
A good property to live.
Varun Uppal (Tenant)
Verified Resident
Gell Street, S3
Feb 2024
Please tell us about the good and bad aspects of living in your local area:
Right on city center so all facilities are within walking distance. This includes transportation, supermarket and other shops.
How has the building management responded to any problems or issues you have raised:
Yes through website response is there and property manager also.
Please share one thing (or more) which you wish you had known before you moved in:
There was nothing I missed in my viewing so everything fine.
Manager response
Hi Varun, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We're delighted to hear that you're pleased with your home, and we'll be sure to pass your comments on to Mohammad.
Posted by
Holly, Team Placefirst
May 2024
Reviewer was offered an incentive for an honest review, regardless of rating
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