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This accommodation is the best student living places. This provides social activity’s aswell and enragement. The location of the accommodation is in the heart of sheffild as it’s close to city campus and aswell as central. I would highly recommend as I am living yeah from another year
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Most helpful review
This accommodation is the best student living places. This provides social activity’s aswell and enragement. The location of the accommodation is in the heart of sheffild as it’s close to city campus and aswell as central. I would highly recommend as I am living yeah from another year
Value for money
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Property management
Cleaning
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Exchange Works Information
| Telephone | 01142 127229 |
| Postcode | S1 4RE |
| Price from | £109.00 per week for 25/26 (subject to availability) |
| Top tip | The following offers are currently available:
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Room Types
7 Single Rooms - Classic Ensuite
7 Single Rooms - Premium Ensuite
7 Single Rooms - Platinum Ensuite
Amenities
This property offers a common room, courtyard, study area, laundry facilities, residence team, social calendar, CCTV, 24/7 security team, Wi-Fi, all-inclusive rent & contents insurance. Discover more!
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- Common Room
- Communal Events
- Library or Study Area
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- Common Room
- Communal Kitchen
- Vending Machines
Internet Access
- WiFi
- WiFi In Communal Areas (All Free)
- WiFi In Room (All Free)
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- Coin-operated Communal Laundry
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- Maintenance Team (24-hour on call)
- Onsite Concierge
Recreational Facilities
- Communal Events
- Outdoor Area
Security & Safety
- CCTV / Surveillance Cameras
- Secure Building Entry
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- Contents Insurance
Special Policies
- No Smoking
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- Library or Study Area
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- Cable TV
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- Bike Storage
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Exchange Works is situated in the city centre within easy reach of supermarkets, transport links, bars, nightclubs, green spaces, leisure activities, theatres, galleries, museums, cultural attractions, restaurants, street food vendors & cafes.
Sheffield Hallam University
City Campus2 mins2 mins2 mins0.1 mi
Collegiate Crescent Campus25 mins5 mins13 mins1.2 mi
University of Sheffield
Main Campus16 mins5 mins12 mins1.5 mi
Exchange Works Biography
Exchange Works is situated in the heart of Sheffield and is only a five-minute walk from Sheffield Hallam University and a twenty-minute walk from the University of Sheffield.
Get to know your neighbours and spend your free time in the common room which features table football, a pool table and a TV or make use of the courtyard which is a perfect spot to get some sun. When it’s time to get some work done students can make use of the quiet study area and Wi-Fi. For students added benefits there are laundry facilities, a social calendar, all-inclusive rent and contents insurance. Stay stress-free knowing there is a residence team, CCTV and 24/7 security team.
If you enjoy socialising then the en-suite rooms are the ideal choice for you, as they feature shared kitchen and lounge spaces. If you prefer more privacy then opt for a studio room. All rooms come equipped with everything you need, just add your homey touches.
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Should I stay in catered student accommodation?
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Most likely, yes, you’ll need to pay a deposit. This will be refunded at the end of your stay as long as there is no damage to the room or property.
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Read Exchange Works Reviews
Lots of unreliable appliances, good location only makes up for some of the flaws
Nice accommodation very close to the uni and town centre. Perfect for Hallam students. There’s always a lot of good events taking place.
Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so glad to hear that our location is convenient for you, and that you’re enjoying the events we host. It's great to know that it's perfect for Hallam students like yourself.
Good location as close to main campus, friendly and approachable staff, opportunities for social engagement
Thank you for your kind review! We're so happy to hear that our location, staff, and social opportunities have made your experience positive. We strive to create a welcoming environment and foster a sense of community. We look forward to continuing to support your time here!
A really positive experience. The money spent to live here is well worth it and has everything you could need in a university accommodation. The staff are friendly and host a range of events and if you need any help are always there.
Thank you for your amazing feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you feel your experience here has been well worth it. It's great to know that our staff and events have made a positive impact on your stay. We’re always here to help and make sure you have everything you need for a successful university experience. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts!
Lovely staff, Min, Erin and Manager Tim!
Thank you so much for the lovely shoutout! We're so happy to hear that Min, Erin, and Tim made your experience even better. We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to them. We’re always here to help and make your stay as enjoyable as possible!
This accommodation is the best student living places. This provides social activity’s aswell and enragement. The location of the accommodation is in the heart of sheffild as it’s close to city campus and aswell as central. I would highly recommend as I am living yeah from another year
Thank you for your fantastic review! We’re so glad to hear that you’re enjoying your time here and making the most of the social activities and events. Our location really is a great spot for easy access to everything Sheffield has to offer, and we're thrilled to have you with us for another year! Your recommendation means a lot, and we’re looking forward to continuing to make your experience amazing!
loved living here so far all the staff are super friendly and helpful too.
Thank you for your kind words! We’re so happy to hear that you’ve been enjoying your time here. Our staff always strives to be friendly and helpful, so it’s great to know it’s making a difference for you. We’re excited to continue making your stay as comfortable as possible!
Good value for money and location
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you feel you're getting great value for money and enjoy the location. We always aim to provide a convenient and affordable experience for our residents. We appreciate your support!
Exceptional student accommodation with all amenities and university with 1 mile range
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear you find our accommodation exceptional and appreciate the convenient location close to the university. We strive to provide all the amenities needed for a comfortable and enjoyable stay. We’re happy to have you with us!
This is a comfortable prayer to stay you have the convenient store is near and university is so near
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're thrilled to hear that you find our accommodation comfortable and enjoy the convenience of the nearby store and university.
lovely staff and lovely people
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our staff and fellow residents. Creating a friendly, welcoming community is so important to us, and we're happy to know it's made your stay enjoyable!
All of the staff are extremely lovely especially min and Erin who are always so helpful especially when Erin when Erin stayed longer to help with our flat door being broken.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Min and Erin have made such a positive impact on your experience. We really appreciate Erin going the extra mile to help with the flat door issue—it's all part of our commitment to providing great service. We'll be sure to pass along your appreciation to them!
All staff are super nice and friendly and are happy to help at anytime. Steve the maintenance guy can fix anything and is very friendly.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so glad to hear that our staff has made a positive impact on your experience. It's great to know that Steve has been so helpful with maintenance—he really is a pro at getting things sorted! We’re always here to help, and we appreciate you taking the time to share your feedback!
I have loved living at exchange works so far. All the staff are friendly especially Erin and Min on reception and are always happy to help I also feel very safe. The rooms are a great size. It’s great that it is so close to city campus and the city centre :)
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so happy to hear that you've loved living at Exchange Works and feel safe and comfortable here. Erin and Min will be thrilled to hear your kind words! It's great to know that the location and room size have worked well for you. We're always here to help, and we look forward to making your stay even better!
lovely flatmates, very social, however no lift and we on the top floor :(
Thank you for sharing your feedback! We're so glad to hear that you have lovely, social flatmates and are enjoying your time here. We understand that being on the top floor without a lift can be challenging, and we truly appreciate your patience. If there's anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable, please don't hesitate to let us know!
The staff are very welcoming and supportive. Honestly can’t go wrong with them. The events they host are amazing too!! Min is kind caring & think she knows me as the parcel girl 😂😂.
Thank you for your kind words! We're so glad to hear that you've had such a positive experience with our staff, and that the events have been amazing for you! Min will definitely appreciate the sweet mention—she’s always happy to help, and it sounds like she’s made quite the connection with you as the 'parcel girl'! We’re here to support you and make your time here as enjoyable as possible!
Min and Erin on reception are so good at solving our problems, always so friendly! Tim is so helpful. Steve is amazing at fixing things and it gets done so quickly
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear that Min and Erin have been so helpful and friendly, and that Tim and Steve have made a positive impact as well. It's great to know that everything is getting sorted quickly and efficiently for you. We're lucky to have such a dedicated team, and we really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience!
Lovely place to stay, i’m the middle of the city so easy access to campus. The staff are very friendly, always smiling and saying hi. If you are in need of anything they will act on this asap.
Thank you for your lovely review! We're so happy to hear that you’re enjoying the central location and finding it easy to access campus. It's great to know that our friendly staff are making a positive impact and always there to help. We’re committed to making sure you have everything you need for a great stay!
Problems are always sorted out when needed. Great rooms and lots of space. The reception are lovely and always greet you.
Thank you for your kind feedback! We’re so glad to hear that any issues have been quickly sorted and that you're enjoying the spacious rooms. It’s great to know that the reception team has been so welcoming too. We’re always here to help and make sure you have the best experience possible!
It's been great. It's a very safe accommodation with everything close by and walking distance like the shops, train station and university.
Thank you for your great feedback! We're so glad to hear that you feel safe and enjoy the convenient location with everything in walking distance. It’s important to us that you have a comfortable and accessible stay, and we’re happy to know it’s been a positive experience for you!
Not many complaints, convenient location for Hallam Students going to City campus
Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that the location is convenient for Hallam students heading to City Campus. We always strive to provide the best possible experience, so if there’s anything else we can improve, feel free to let us know!
I love Min and Roagan. Min supports me in every situation. It’s a great time for me to stay here.
Property management would be higher if all were like Min!! Min is the best always up for a chat and helps when she can!
Thank you for your wonderful review! We're so glad to hear that Min has made such a positive impact on your experience. She truly goes above and beyond to help and make everyone feel welcome! We'll be sure to pass along your kind words to her—she’ll be thrilled to know how much you appreciate her!
Very close to the uni, very convenient and great value for money.
Thank you for your great feedback! We’re so glad to hear that you’re enjoying the convenient location and feel that you're getting great value for money. We aim to provide a comfortable and accessible experience, and we're happy to know it's been working well for you!
I love living at exchange works, it’s one of the cheapest, i can leave for classes 5 minutes before and i’ve had issues no major issues with anything. It’s also feels very safe here as the staff are lovely and there’s a mexican restaurant just next door :)
"Thank you for your fantastic review! We're so happy to hear that you're enjoying your time at Exchange Works and appreciate the convenience of being so close to campus. It's great to know that you feel safe and well taken care of by our staff. And we totally agree—having a Mexican restaurant next door is a nice bonus!
Min has been very helpful, whilst my room has been flooding. She has supported me both emotionally and with getting my room sorted. Love you Min xxx
Thank you for your kind words! We're so sorry to hear about the issue with your room, but we're really glad that Min was there to support you through it. She truly cares about our residents, and we’ll make sure she sees your lovely message. If you need anything else, don’t hesitate to reach out. Take care!
Great accomodation with good facilities and great staff particularly min and roagan, would recommend staying here.
Thank you for your positive review! We're delighted to hear that you’re enjoying the facilities and have had a great experience with our team, especially Min and Roagan. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to them. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we’re always here to assist you should you need anything.
Really welcoming friendly staff that are helpful, room are comfortable and nicely set out,
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're so glad to hear you found our staff welcoming and helpful, and that you enjoyed the comfort and layout of your room. We’re always here to support our students and make your stay as pleasant as possible.
At front desk, Min is always a smiling, cheerful, caring person who makes my day and is always ready to help anyone in need, plus she is pretty!
Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that Min has had such a positive impact on your experience at Exchange Works. She truly goes above and beyond to support our residents, and we’ll be sure to share your lovely feedback with her. If you ever need anything, feel free to reach out to us at exchangeworks@nowstudents.co.uk—we’re always happy to help!
Great, exterminators come quick Nice team at desk Always listen to student voices
Thank you for your feedback! We’re pleased to hear that you’ve had a positive experience with our team and that any issues have been resolved promptly. Listening to our residents is a top priority, and we’re always here to help. If you ever need any further assistance, feel free to reach out to us at exchangeworks@nowstudents.co.uk
good location good price good vibes
Thank you for your review! We're glad to hear you're enjoying the location, pricing, and atmosphere at Exchange Works.
Min is really helpful and talkative when I need anything especially over the Christmas time because it was lonely over the times. When I reported a noise complaint it was acted upon quickly.
Thank you for your kind words. We’re so glad to hear that Min was able to support you, especially over the Christmas period. Our team always strives to create a welcoming and comfortable environment for our residents. We're also pleased that your concerns were addressed promptly. If you ever need anything, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us at exchangeworks@nowstudents.co.uk
The staff (Min and Lillian ) are amazing and are always available to help with issues quickly and the easiest way for the students
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that Min and Lillian have been so helpful and efficient in resolving any issues. Our team is always here to support our residents in the best way possible.
hello min is the best ever and so is lillian, good accommodation best place ever place them on the charts put them on the news 10/10
Thank you for your enthusiastic review! We’re so happy to hear that you’ve had such a great experience at Exchange Works and that Min and Lillian have made such a positive impact. We’ll be sure to pass along your kind words to them!
My time at this accommodation has now come to an end 3 months into university due to excessive leaks in my flat that the accommodation was well aware of when taking our money and moving us in. Upon arrival, we found a bin in the corridor to which parents questioned. They were told there had been some minor leaks in the summer, but this had been sorted so we would not need to worry. This was not the case and by the end of October after a large storm, we experienced large leaks in the corridor, where we had multiple buckets collecting the water that had to be changed regularly, in the kitchen, which eventually began seeping into plug sockets making it extremely unsafe, and also in multiple of the bedrooms. This issue was reported by our flat many times and no further action was made which eventually led to another leak a month later where it was so extreme (mould, no electricity, heavy flooding) we have had to move out of the property and are yet to receive compensation that we deserve.
When I first moved in the flat hadn’t been cleaned from previous tenants and rooms still had old belongings in and the cupboard and fridge were full of mouldy food. Aswell had water leaking into the flat from over 2 months ago and have huge amounts of mould growing on the ceiling and nothing has been done.
My experience at exchange works has been really really good. The events that go on are really interactive and fun. The social rooms like the common room and outdoor spaces are really nice, well kept clean and have a great feel to them. The staff are absolutely amazing and are all very friendly, helpful and are just great people. I especially want to say a huge thanks to one of the staff "Min" who has been exceptionally great and always says hello and is great to stop and have a chat to, very friendly and helpful. Only been here a week so far and I am enjoying life here so much! My flat and all the areas are always clean and everything just works, the WiFi, the laundry, everything!
I quite enjoyed my stay there. Could have been cleaner though. But it was mid.
It is a lovely atmosphere for the students of Sheffield Hallam. Great location, amazing facilities and super helpful and cheerful staff.
Good accommodation in the heart of Sheffield with friendly staff and on site help. I really enjoyed staying here and am looking forward to staying here for the next year to come.
I love the convenience and the friendliness of reception staff, maintainence requests can sometimes take a while to complete
I love exchange works!! Always do fun activities, Min and Joel did a personalised tote bag activity! It was really fun :)
There are many fun events hosted and Min is really nice had fun interacting with her
A cool place to stay with empathetic staffs
It’s been great living here so far! Staff are super friendly and on hand for anything we might need.
Overall well value for money. Great location, near the station and SHU library so when any internet issues you can go there.
Good accom, great sized kitchen good sized rooms
I love staying here and I love the way the staff treat everyone. I love their service. I love all the staff. They are very friendly expecially Abbie. She is very nice and helpful. Thank you.
Great value for money with a great location located 5 minutes from sheffield hallam city campus
Abby is the best receptionist !
i’ve had a great experience especially abi she makes sure we’re all okay
The whole living experience in exchange works was effortless. From moving in to using all the appliances was like a piece of cake. The staff is so helpful and friendly at any hour of the day. I was once locked out of my own room in the middle of the night and the staff from the reception was there to help me out. The events organized by the Accomodation is so fun to attend. It's a good way to meet new people and socialize as well .
I love living at exchange works, it’s in an ideal location, the staff on reception especially Tyler and Ben are so friendly and always there for a chat and to help. I feel safe here and there are plenty of activities available for students.
Ben and Abbie are so friendly and I love the panda !!
A really great place to stay, located really close to city campus. Good bedroom size with plenty of storage. Staff are really friendly.
Really good in terms of distance to university and the flat is a very spacious and I feel like I can have my own space to do my own thing.
It’s got really kind and friendly staff and is generally ok especially Abbie and Ben
Ben did a great job setting up the superbowl night for us all, and was an amazing host who sat down and talked with us about it!
Had a good social for the NFL super bowl night thanks to Ben! Lots of drinks and good
Great social experiences Ben was especially good at creating social activities
Exchange works is a beautiful place to stay with a great experience. i have happy i got an accommodation there.
Great love the rooms and reception
It’s good as it’s close to the university
Good accommodation but building that’s going on isn’t good also rooms always get damp
I have enjoyed staying at exchange works. The location is great, however it has been slightly annoying this year with the building work.
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ultimately i’ve enjoyed my time here
Good services and welcoming staff
The staffs are cute, Ben and Abbie.
Here is very comfortable and convenient, it near every place. And the staff's name is Ben, who is very kind and helpful.
The location is very close to Hallam university. The prices are good but the common area could use some improvements. Making sure that people obey the rules.
Brilliant setup with social spaces which allows us to make friends and socialise easily.
It was a very good experience overall. Abbie, Scarlet, and Ben are all amazing
Excellent desk staff always happy to help.
Abbie is so helpful and friendly. Goes above and beyond
After living in this accommodation for almost 3 months overall I would say it's just below average. There are some clear positives: -Great location being right by city campus, city centre and train station. -Decent sized rooms. -Not too loud. -Table tennis is a great way to have fun with flatmates. However, for me the negatives just outweigh the positives: -Rooms can get too hot. -Curtain shower. -Fire alarms are set off multiple times each week. -Dodgy laundry machines. -People literally trash the common room (rip parts off sofas, steal pool table pools, snaps pool table sticks) and the staff won't do anything about it, literally they don't even bother sending an email asking people to simply respect the common room. Staff literally tell us to buy our own pool equipment even when they advertise it! Overall, it's not awful but for a similar price you could go somewhere a lot better like the Forge or Elements, particularly if you are at collegiate campus. (5.5/10)
My experience last year was really good but this year it has been terrible. The staff are new and incredibly rude, and we had so many leaks that were ongoing and the worst thing to happen was that our door handle broke to our flat and we couldn’t get in and we complained to reception and on the Unite app for 2 weeks and nothing happened. After 2 weeks a group of unknown people entered the flat and came in our rooms at around 10pm and still nothing was done until we called up the main Unite complaint line then it eventually got fixed. And while we were discussing the break-in with reception, 2 other students were sat on the reception desk listening in and interrupting us telling us our door is fine. The discussion wasn’t confidential and the receptionist didn’t tell the other students (who were sat on the desk) to stay out of it.
Our front door was broken for 2 weeks and nothing was done about it till we were broken in to and complained to the higher management. We’ve had leaks since we’ve moved in that haven’t been fixed after reporting it a hundred times. So disappointed and embarrassed because I recommended my friends here and everything’s bad.
Nice place for first year student, really close to Sheffield Hallam and the staff and security is the best I’ve seen.
Good value for money Cost effective Good social scene
A very good experience and helpful staff members which is really good.
Good location central in Sheffield and easy access to all uni buildings
Great stay and services here, close to everything nearby and the university, would recommend.
I like my stay here it’s very cosy and I like how close it is to uni
i’ve liked my stay here and it’s acc a good value for money, very good location. the staff are nice too.
Good location to uni and shops and good value for money.
Great sized bedroom, nice and clean
Perfect Location, close to everything good value for money
Nice place to live would recommend
Nice staff, nice location, nice service, nice place
Good location cheap enough and easy access mostly
The accommodation is really close to the city campus, train station and city centre. The price is a bit expensive for what it is but the staff are all friendly and always happy to help. If you are a gamer, you will need an ethernet cable to get a good gaming experience as the WiFi is a bit all over the place.
Overpriced, the view from my room is minging, right opposite a secondary school, construction work wakes me up all the time, reception are hardly ever open, honestly better off staying at forge, leadmill point or the elements
Brilliant location, right next to Sheffield Hallam and not far from clubs such as Code or the Leadmill - Its sort of expensive but you pay mostly for the location. I’d recommend staying, its clean, staff are friendly and the courtyard isn’t particularly loud past like the second week. Has a pool table, 2 table tennis tables and table football downstairs alongside vending machines
Excellent location, good social areas, good size flates and rooms
Good location for Hallam, not for Uni of.
The staff are kind and helpful. Sometimes you will collect some gifts or snacks at the reception. The room is clean and cozy. Suitable for students who study in Sheffield Hallam Uni as only 4 mins walk.
Very good accommodation, close to University (2 min to SHU) and in the city center. Rooms are spacious, modern with only 4 people sharing the kitchen. The accommodation is kept clean, the staffs are very friendly, and the management ensures the cleanliness of kitchens with regular audits. I had a great experience, staying here and would definitely recommend staying.
Very happy, very comfortable. Ideal location. Staying again next year
Amazing location with modern facilities
Amazing apart from they didn’t act quick enough when bullying occurred in our flat - leading to stolen and broken possessions and 2 of us moving out early.
Great facilities (bathroom, kitchen) however small bedroom
Sociable and in a great location, good choice for first year students