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Howden Apartments resides in Endcliffe, close to The Edge that includes launderettes, a community fridge, and social spaces for everyone's needs. It's a 5 minute walk away from local shops, whether that be the village store down the road or to Morrison's; Tesco Superstore is also close by through botanical gardens. The sceneries are breathtaking, especially when you live on higher floors and head outside. It's quite a walk to the school buildings for lectures and the city centre, however, I'm glad that encourages some aerobic exercise. There are buses in case that you feel like saving some cals. It's quiet most of the time but for some nights, especially in the weekends, it does become noisy. The en-suite is fabulous and spacious, as well as the communal area (kitchen and the lounge). There's plenty of storage and 2 sets of induction hobs with ovens and refrigerators, allowing you to cook whenever and freeze your meal batches wherever. It's a splendid place to live in as a student!
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Most helpful review
Howden Apartments resides in Endcliffe, close to The Edge that includes launderettes, a community fridge, and social spaces for everyone's needs. It's a 5 minute walk away from local shops, whether that be the village store down the road or to Morrison's; Tesco Superstore is also close by through botanical gardens. The sceneries are breathtaking, especially when you live on higher floors and head outside. It's quite a walk to the school buildings for lectures and the city centre, however, I'm glad that encourages some aerobic exercise. There are buses in case that you feel like saving some cals. It's quiet most of the time but for some nights, especially in the weekends, it does become noisy. The en-suite is fabulous and spacious, as well as the communal area (kitchen and the lounge). There's plenty of storage and 2 sets of induction hobs with ovens and refrigerators, allowing you to cook whenever and freeze your meal batches wherever. It's a splendid place to live in as a student!
Value for money
Location
Property management
Cleaning
Social spaces
Social experience
Internet / Wifi
Howden Apartments Information
| Telephone | 0114 222 4488 |
| Postcode | S10 3AD |
| Price from | £170.38 per week for 24/25 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | Howden Apartments boasts homey en-suite and deluxe rooms ensuring residents have a comfortable stay. Visit the website to find out more! |
Room Types
Single Rooms - Ensuite Deluxe
Amenities
This property offers all-inclusive rent, contents insurance, WiFi, Residence Life events & sports activities, launderette, parking permits available, customer service & access to cycle storage, study spaces, social spaces, the Village store, free fitness suite, The Ridge common room & IT suite, The Edge Hub & The Green Room. Discover more!
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- Communal Events
- Gym
Features
- Communal Kitchen
Internet Access
- WiFi
Laundry
- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
People/Staff
- Courtesy Officer (24-hour Patrol)
- Maintenance Team (Daytime Only)
Recreational Facilities
- Communal Events
- Gym
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
Services
- Cleaning Service
- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
Transport
- Bike Storage
- Car Parking For Additional Fee
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Howden Apartments is a short walk from local amenities, green spaces, transport links, local attractions & pubs.
University of Sheffield
Main Campus26 mins6 mins17 mins1.1 mi
Howden Apartments Biography
Howden Apartments is ideally situated in Sheffield and is within easy reach of the University of Sheffield buildings. The accommodation is a short walk from local amenities, green spaces, transport links and local attractions.
Students have the opportunity to make new friends at the residence life events and sports activities that are hosted throughout the year. For an easy carefree stay, there are parking permits available, WiFi, all-inclusive rent, contents insurance, and customer service. To ensure your stay is hassle-free, there is a laundrette, handy cycle storage, study spaces, the Village store, free fitness suite, The Ridge common room and IT suite, The Edge Hub and The Green Room a stone’s throw away.
Howden Apartments provides students with homey en-suite rooms and deluxe rooms. Each room has been purposefully designed and is equipped with all the essentials.
Get in touch with the residence team for more info!
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Colour of walls?
By member1054594 On 24th February 21
By member1163480 On 3rd November 21
Reply from Howden Apartments
On 18th April 23
Hello there- Thank you so much for your question.
All rooms vary in colour and get changed frequently, so we don't publish this information as we don't want to get it wrong! We recommend that you just look forward to the surprise when you arrive and who needs everything to match anyway - it makes life more fun.
I hope that this answers your question, if you have any further questions please feel free to contact the Accommodation team by emailing accommodationoffice@sheffield.ac.uk
- Danny 🧔🏻
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Are there lifts
By member733808 On 11th September 18
Yes
By member535911 On 7th February 19
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Great location and social aspect but slightly lacking with upkeep( cleaners biweekly means flat can get really bad), eduroam is shocking, but it is everywhere. Social spaces are more than sufficient and allow you to meet anyone you like, Great village and great place to live.
Thank you for taking the time to share your review of Howden Apartments! We're thrilled to hear that you're enjoying the location and the social aspects of your accommodation. We do ask all residents to contribute to keeping the shared spaces tidy, and we're glad to hear you're doing your part. Each flat is equipped with a hoover, mop, and bucket, and our biweekly cleaning of the communal areas should also help maintain cleanliness. If you're experiencing any issues with the Wi-Fi, please feel free to stop by Customer Services at the Edge to pick up an ethernet cable, which may help improve your connection. Thank you again for your feedback!
Great place to live in first year to be surrounded by many others in the same position as you. Not a fan of the hills we have to walk up to get to lectures as it’s quite far. Rooms are a decent size and have everything you need. The village store and the edge are top tier!
Thank you for your review! I’m really pleased to hear that you’re enjoying your time at Howden Apartments and that it’s been a great place for your first year, surrounded by fellow students. I’m afraid there’s not much we can do about the hills (they do say Sheffield is a city built on seven hills!), but hopefully, the vibrant student community and everything the Ranmoor & Endcliffe Village offers make up for it! It’s great to know that you’re finding the rooms well-equipped and that the Village Store and Edge are hitting the mark - many of our residents love having those amenities close by! If there’s ever anything more you need or further feedback you’d like to share, please feel free to reach out to our Customer Service team at acs-customerservices@sheffield.ac.uk. We’re always here to help! Danny 🧔🏻
Howden is a great location in the Encliffe Student Village! It is close to the community fridge, the laundry at the Edge, the bar and the workspaces too. It is also very close to the village store which is very useful for your last minute bits and late night sweet treats. Howden is as far from the main Uni buildings and the Student Union as all the Endcliffe accommodation and it is just a 20 minute walk in. Howden is a social and busy area to live so consider that when looking into accommodation. It is right at the centre of the village so there is always something going on. The maintenence response times are based on urgency and are efficent. Communal areas are cleaned every two weeks.
Thank you so much for your lovely comments. I am happy to hear you like your room in Howden. The facilities on the Ranmoor/Endcliffe site are great and as you say, the village store is handy for anything you forget in your main shop or if you run out of anything. There is a diverse range of products at reasonable prices including a gluten free section. It's a comfortable 20 minute walk to main campus along well lit roads and there is always someone around. We aim to get any maintenance issues resolved as soon as possible. Just report any issues and we will respond to them. As you mentioned all communal areas on the Ranmoor/Endcliffe site are cleaned every 2 weeks but sorry, you have to clean your own room but we do provide cleaning equipment !. Best wishes, Sharon
Great building to be in, overall very happy with my experience so far. Not much I would change as it stands and I believe every first year should start here.
Thank you for such a lovely review! It's great to hear that you're happy and enjoying your time in Howden. If there’s anything else you need or if you have more feedback to share, feel free to reach out to our Customer Service team at acs-customerservices@sheffield.ac.uk. We’re always here to help! Best Wishes Lucy
Howden student accommodation offers a comfortable living experience with modern facilities and a friendly community atmosphere. The rooms are well-maintained, and amenities like study areas and social spaces enhance the overall student life. Convenient location near campus adds to its appeal.
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I’m pleased to hear that you find Howden Apartments comfortable, with well-maintained rooms and a welcoming community atmosphere. It’s great that you’ve enjoyed our study areas and social spaces, designed to enhance your student experience. I noticed your feedback on the ratings, particularly regarding location and social experience. While Ranmoor & Endcliffe is a bit further from campus, many residents appreciate being part of the largest student community in Sheffield, with easy access to local amenities, including our 24/7 Customer Service team, the Edge bar, Fitness Suite, and Village Store. We also host regular events to foster a sense of community, which many students find enhances their overall experience. Regarding the internet, we are currently implementing a WiFi Upgrade Programme to ensure a more reliable connection across all our properties in Ranmoor & Endcliffe, including Howden. While it may not improve your experience immediately, it’s sure to enhance the experience for students joining the university in the coming years. We truly value your feedback and would love to hear more about your experience to understand how we can make your stay even better. If you’re open to sharing, please reach out to our Customer Service team at acs-customerservices@sheffield.ac.uk. Danny 🧔🏻
good location for washing machines and village shops, very sociable block. can be a bit noisy at times but not too bad.
Thank you for your review! I’m delighted to hear you’re enjoying the great location of Howden Apartments, especially with easy access to the washing machines and the Village Store! It’s fantastic that you find the block sociable - many residents share this sentiment, and being part of a lively community can really enhance your experience. If there’s anything else you need or if you have more feedback to share, feel free to reach out to our Customer Service team at acs-customerservices@sheffield.ac.uk. We’re always here to help! Danny 🧔🏻
Howden Apartments resides in Endcliffe, close to The Edge that includes launderettes, a community fridge, and social spaces for everyone's needs. It's a 5 minute walk away from local shops, whether that be the village store down the road or to Morrison's; Tesco Superstore is also close by through botanical gardens. The sceneries are breathtaking, especially when you live on higher floors and head outside. It's quite a walk to the school buildings for lectures and the city centre, however, I'm glad that encourages some aerobic exercise. There are buses in case that you feel like saving some cals. It's quiet most of the time but for some nights, especially in the weekends, it does become noisy. The en-suite is fabulous and spacious, as well as the communal area (kitchen and the lounge). There's plenty of storage and 2 sets of induction hobs with ovens and refrigerators, allowing you to cook whenever and freeze your meal batches wherever. It's a splendid place to live in as a student!
Thank you for such an insightful and informative review! We're really pleased to hear that you’re making the most of the facilities and you're enjoying your time in Howden - we also love the local sceneries. If there’s anything else you need or any questions you have, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our Customer Service team at acs-customerservices@sheffield.ac.uk. Best wishes, Lucy
Very good and very nice I like being there.
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review! 😊 I’m really glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us. It's always great to know when students have a positive experience in our accommodation. If you ever have any questions or need further support, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team at acs-customerservices@sheffield.ac.uk. Best wishes,Danny 🧔🏻
Think Howden apartments are a good block to live in. Having recently been renovated the kitchen and the living room are really nice spaces to spend time in
Thank you for taking the time to leave your review! 😊 I’m really glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay with us in Howden! It's always great to know when students have a positive experience in our accommodation. If you ever have any questions or need further support, don’t hesitate to reach out to our Customer Service team at acs-customerservices@sheffield.ac.uk. Best wishes,Danny 🧔🏻
Modern and clean. Close to the Edge and not too far from shops.
If you're considering where to live in your first year of uni then Endcliffe is the place to be and more specifically Howden flats. It is the closest set of flats to walking to uni, you are right opposite The Edge so perfect to do your washing and to pick up any post/binbags from the reception. You're also right near the field which is ideal for summer and the taxi rank is so close so perfect for nights out. I loved my flat in Howden and my room looked right on to the square outside the Edge so i could always see what was going on. And because it was the closest block of flats to the exit to walk to uni, my friends would always drop by for a catch up on their way home. The flats also all have lifts and there's a mix of size flats to choose from. I would recommend not choosing a ground floor flat because you'll have plenty people walking by. First year really was the best because of Endcliffe. It is nothing like any other uni and makes it so easy to socialise because everyone is togethe
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Considering all other locations at the University, Endcliffe campus is by far the best. Howden block specifically can get rather noisy as it is situated near the road where most students come in and out when the go on a night out, which is something to bear in mind if you don’t want to go out much and don’t want to suffer from the noise. The Edge building is class as it offers an onsite place for students to socialise or work outside of the flat, without having to go all the way to the University/ nearest Village. I feel the kitchen/communal lounge is rather small for what we are paying for, and I recommend staying in Deluxe rooms if you can afford to.
Very tidy, big rooms and big kitchen
Extremely loud if you get a room facing the Edge, even during exam time. "Quiet Time" is not enforced by security.
Loved all of my time at Sheffield, but having these halls in year one made it extra special. Close to social spots, all my friends close by, en-suite, clean and accessible.
Rooms and the flat overall are great but aren't really worth the money, but I guess the social experience and environment make up for the cost. Endcliffe is the place to be in first year, easy to get to and everyone loves it.
For what you pay, this place is not worth it. Half the stuff in my room doesn't work, the hot water goes out constantly, it's dead loud all through the night, and the rooms/beds are tiny. Spend the same amount of money and get yourself a nice flat that isn't student accommodation.
Good location, central to everything. 1 minute from the Edge and Launderette. Only problem is it can become a little noisy...
So close to the edge so always something to do.
Great location (very central), modern rooms, and fast internet (WiFi and wired).
Although they are most probably more expensive than a student house, I believe it is the perfect place to be in first year- I lived with amazing people and friends from my course were in buildings next door- it was so great that everyone was so close and made my social experience 10x better!
Incredible! Spacious, convenient, and easy to be socialable. Always clean and if any problems occurred they were always sorted out right away. Always felt very safe too
This accommodation is so overpriced