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Silver Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
15 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
48 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 30 Aug 2027
41 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 12 Jul 2027
36 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 07 Jun 2027
33 Weekly Stay
16 Jan 2027 - 04 Sept 2027
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£75 / Week
£99 Deposit
Accessible Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
15 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
48 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 30 Aug 2027
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£75 / Week
£99 Deposit
Gold Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
18 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
47 Weekly Stay
05 Oct 2026 - 30 Aug 2027
40 Weekly Stay
05 Oct 2026 - 12 Jul 2027
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£75 / Week
£99 Deposit
Bronze Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
13 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
41 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 12 Jul 2027
48 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 30 Aug 2027
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£84 / Week
£99 Deposit
Classic Ensuite
A private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
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Booking Period
41 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 12 Jul 2027
48 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 30 Aug 2027
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£85 / Week
£99 Deposit
Gold Studio
A self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
25 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Dual Occupancy
Booking Period
41 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 12 Jul 2027
48 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 30 Aug 2027
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£140 / Week
£99 Deposit
Platinum Studio
A self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
27 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Dual Occupancy
Booking Period
48 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 30 Aug 2027
41 Weekly Stay
28 Sept 2026 - 12 Jul 2027
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£150 / Week
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9 Bed Classic Ensuite
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Double
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Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
44 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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Platinum Ensuite
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA private room with its own bathroom, and a communal kitchen.
21 sqm
Private Room
Single Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£130 / Week
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Silver Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
23 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Dual Occupancy
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
44 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 17 Jul 2027
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Accessible Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Dual Occupancy
Private Bathroom
Booking Period
51 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 04 Sept 2027
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£149 / Week
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Duplex Studio
CURRENTLY UNAVAILABLEA self-contained flat housing everything you need in one room.
22 sqm
Private Room
Private Kitchen
Dual Occupancy
Booking Period
49 Weekly Stay
12 Sept 2026 - 21 Aug 2027
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£169 / Week
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More About the Property
Located on York Street in Sheffield city centre, The Paper Works is a modern student accommodation just a short walk from major universities. Sheffield Hallam University is about a 6-minute walk away, while the University of Sheffield is about an 11-minute walk away. The property features 254 beds and offers a choice of en-suite rooms and studios. Students choose The Paper Works for its central location, making it easy to get to lectures and explore the city. Alongside fully furnished rooms, the property includes a cinema lounge, an on-site gym, a games hub, study spaces, a communal lounge, and outdoor social areas, giving students plenty of places to relax and meet friends.
Sheffield is known for its large student population, green spaces and friendly atmosphere. The city combines independent cafés, shopping streets and cultural attractions with excellent public transport. Staying at The Paper Works puts students within walking distance of university campuses, supermarkets, restaurants, and entertainment venues, making everyday student life convenient.
Address
York Street, Sheffield, S1 2NY
Transportation links near The Paper Works, Sheffield
- Sheffield Centre High Street (Stop HS5) - Just a 2-minute walk away
- Cathedral - Just a 2-minute walk away
- Pinfold Street/Holly Street - Just a 5-minute walk away
- West Bar/West Bar Green (Stop WB1) - Just a 4-minute walk away
What room types are available at The Paper Works, Sheffield
The Paper Works student accommodation has 254 beds and offers a range of room types to suit different student preferences. The available rooms include Classic Ensuite, Bronze Ensuite, Silver Ensuite, Gold Ensuite, Accessible Ensuite, Silver Studio, Gold Studio, Duplex Studio, Accessible Studio, and Platinum Studio. These rooms are fully furnished with everything needed for comfortable student living. Students also have access to a wide range of communal facilities, including a games hub, cinema lounge, communal lounge, communal TV, study space, on-site gym, outdoor social spaces, table football, a pool table, bike storage, laundry room, post collection, and on-site maintenance. Additional features include up to 200 Mbps internet, CCTV, on-site security, contents insurance, and dual occupancy options in selected rooms. This student accommodation also offers all-inclusive utility bills, so students do not have to worry about paying extra for electricity, heating or water.
What is around The Paper Works, Sheffield
Living in Sheffield city centre means students have everyday essentials, restaurants and social spots within walking distance. The neighbourhood is well connected, making it easy to manage shopping, dining and leisure without travelling far.
Supermarkets: Students stock up on monthly groceries at Lidl, just a 2-minute walk from the accommodation. It has affordable groceries and household essentials. The other one, Tesco Extra, is around a 20-minute walk away. It’s a popular choice among students for weekly shopping.
Restaurants: Cooking every day isn't always possible, so for a cheap, quick bite, they go to McDonald's, which is just a 1-minute walk away. Aux Bon Vivant, a 3-minute walk away, is popular for French-inspired dishes, while Grazie, just 5 minutes away, serves Italian food in a relaxed setting.
Pubs: Students looking to socialise often visit Dove & Rainbow, located just a 5-minute walk from the accommodation. It is a well-known local pub where they spend time with friends after classes.
Parks & Pharmacy: For fresh air and a break from studies, students visit Castlegate Grey to Green Park, an 8-minute walk away. For healthcare and everyday essentials, Boots Pharmacy is just a 1-minute walk from The Paper Works.
Why do students love The Paper Works, Sheffield
Students love The Paper Works because it combines a central Sheffield location with practical facilities that support university life. The cinema lounge, games hub, study spaces and on-site gym provide a good balance between studying and socialising, while the short walk to both universities and nearby shops, restaurants and public transport makes everyday life more convenient.
Payment info & policies
Deposit: £99 Deposit required.
Installment Plan: Full payment, 4 instalments or monthly instalments (UK Guarantor required)
Guarantor: UK based Guarantor required (To pay in instalments).
Mode of Payment: Credit/Debit Card.
Cancellation within 14-Day Cooling Off Period
If you wish to cancel your booking you may do so in writing or by sending an email directly to the Property Team within 14 days of accepting your tenancy agreement. If you decide to cancel your accommodation booking within these 14 days, you will receive a full refund of your deposit.
You may cancel your booking in writing within the applicable cooling-off period:
14 days from booking confirmation (before tenancy starts and keys are collected)
3 days if booked on/after 1 August (for September tenancies)
24 hours if booked on/after 12 August
- Unless the Tenancy Agreement has already commenced (meaning the Tenancy Start Date is on or before the date the Tenancy Agreement is dated) you may cancel your Tenancy Agreement (by giving us written notice of cancellation) at any time during the period ending on the date 14 days after the date we confirm your booking is complete (the “Initial Cancellation Period”). If you cancel the Tenancy Agreement during the Initial Cancellation Period, we will make no charge and will return to you your Deposit in full.
Cancellation beyond the 14-Day Cooling Off Period
If you wish to cancel your booking beyond the 14-day cancellation period, the below is applicable.
Outside the Initial Cancellation Period, you will remain liable for the rental monies due under the Tenancy Agreement for the whole of the Tenancy Period or until a replacement tenant (who is satisfactory to the Landlord) is found for your Room.
Where the replacement tenant is satisfactory and completed their agreement, we will release you from your tenancy with effect from the start date of the new agreement with the replacement tenant.
Any overpaid rent will be returned in full to you, your deposit will be returned less any deductions – after inspection of your room for cleaning or damages.
The entering into a new tenancy agreement with a replacement tenant will be entirely at the discretion of the Landlord/Management Company.
No visa/ No pay:
If you secure your accommodation and you are no longer able to attend the affiliated University due to having your visa rejected, then you must provide official written evidence from the University (and relevant VISA authorities) a copy of this must be sent directly to the Property Team within 5 calendar days of the decision being notified to you. If adequate evidence is provided, you will be eligible for release from the tenancy agreement and the full deposit and any rent paid will be returned.
Didn’t get the grades you hoped for?
If you secure your accommodation and you are no longer able to attend the affiliated University due to not achieving the grades, then you must provide official written evidence from the University (and relevant bodies at UCAS), a copy of this must be sent directly to the Property Team within 5 calendar days of the decision being notified to you. If adequate evidence is provided, you will be eligible for release from the tenancy agreement and the full deposit and any rent already paid will be returned.
Illness/Extenuating Circumstances
If you wish to leave the accommodation due to illness or any extenuating circumstances, this is assessed on a case-by-case basis. The request to cancel must be made in writing or via email at point of contact and you should provide relevant material to support your release. Until a decision has been made by the property team, you remain liable for all accommodation fees. If a tenancy release is not granted, you will be required to find a suitable replacement person before you are released from your tenancy. If you are granted a tenancy release, your deposit will be returned to you (minus any deductions relating to the condition of the property upon your departure) and any overpaid rent.
This property needs a Uk Based GuarantorA guarantor is a person/entity who agrees to cover the student's rent or related charges if the student fails to meet their payment obligations during the stay.
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We do not charge a booking fee. When you accept your room offer, you’ll be asked to pay a deposit at selected properties to secure your room which is secured with our deposit protection service TDS and this deposit is then refunded at the end of your tenancy.
If you turn 18 in the first semester of university, we can accept your booking with no restrictions other than an adult over the age of 18 must be willing to co-sign the tenancy agreement.
Unfortunately, we don’t allow pets of any kind in our properties, except for registered assistance animals.
Your room is yours for the full contracted period and you don’t need to move out during any academic breaks. If you rebook for multiple years, we will always try our best to make sure you can leave your belongings at the property if you do want to leave over the summer.
We take your safety very seriously. All our properties provide 24 hours a day support, 7 days a week, to ensure that help is always on hand, whenever you need it. We have a fob-access system so nobody can get into the property without being a resident or being let in by a resident or staff. Our properties are also covered by CCTV for your added security.
Rooms at The Paper Works include Classic Ensuite, Bronze Ensuite, Silver Ensuite, Gold Ensuite, Platinum Ensuite, Accessible Ensuite, Silver Studio, Gold Studio, Platinum Studio, Duplex Studio and Accessible Studio.
Top modern amenities at The Paper Works include up to 200 Mbps internet, all utility bills included, contents insurance included, an on-site gym, a cinema lounge, a games hub, a pool table, table football, a communal lounge, a communal TV, a study space, a content creation room, a laundry room, bike storage, post collection, CCTV, on-site security, on-site maintenance and dual occupancy in selected rooms.
Accommodation at The Paper Works ranges from 75 to 169 per week, depending on the room type and lease period. UniAcco also offers exclusive cashback on selected bookings and group referral deals.
Move-in dates depend on your lease contract and room availability. If you want to move in early, contact the property manager directly; early arrival may be accommodated subject to availability.
Visit UniAcco, search for The Paper Works, and select your preferred room type. Fill in your basic details, and our expert team will guide you through the booking process. Once confirmed, sign your digital contract, pay the required deposit, and secure your room.
UniAcco allows you to compare all available room types and provides 24/7 assistance throughout your stay. You also benefit from flexible cancellation policies, including No Visa No Pay and No University No Pay, plus exclusive cashback deals and seasonal student offers.
Yes, The Paper Works offers a dedicated Accessible Ensuite and Accessible Studio designed to support easier movement.
The Paper Works offers a cinema lounge, a games hub with a pool table and table football, a communal lounge with a TV, study spaces and a content creation room where students can work or spend time together.
The Paper Works offers on-site laundry facilities. While prices can vary by property and laundry provider, a typical UK laundry service costs around £2.50–£4.00 per wash cycle and £1.50–£2.50 per tumble-dry cycle.
Yes, there is an on-site gym at The Paper Works.
Yes, The Paper Works actively organises social events for students throughout the academic year.
Guest policies differ by property and should always be confirmed in your tenancy agreement before booking. Generally, occasional overnight guests are permitted and must respect the shared living environment.
If you have a UK guarantor, you can pay rent in three instalments; ask for the initial payment 3 weeks before check-in. If you do not have a UK guarantor, you will be required to pay your rent in full, 6 weeks before the date your tenancy commences. Please note you must have paid the rent due by the time you arrive/check in. Other instalment options may be available.
Specific check-in and check-out times are set in individual tenancy agreements and are not publicly listed. The property has an on-site team to assist with arrivals and move-in logistics.
Yes, if you want to pay your rent in instalments, you will need a UK guarantor.
No. Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside any rooms or internal areas of The Paper Works. Please check with the property manager regarding any designated outdoor smoking provisions.
Full-time students in the UK are generally exempt from Council Tax. You can download a Council Tax Exemption Certificate from your university's student portal and submit it to your local council. If you need more guidance, the UniAcco team can assist you through the process.
The Paper Works has CCTV surveillance and on-site security to assist with any concerns.
The nearest police station is Snig Hill Police Station, just a 7-minute walk away from this student accommodation.
Emergency maintenance issues are addressed promptly. Non-urgent requests are typically resolved within 2 working days.
The nearest IKEA is IKEA Sheffield near Meadowhall, about a 15-minute drive from The Paper Works, and is accessible for freshers moving in.
Only registered assistance animals are permitted at The Paper Works, with prior documentation required. No other pets are allowed.
If the keys have been collected and the tenant wishes to cancel the booking after the Initial Cancellation Period ('Cooling Period') has passed, then the tenant remains liable for the rent for the whole length of the contracted tenancy until another tenant that is acceptable to the landlord is found and the room is able to be re-let.
The Paper Works takes all complaints seriously and aims to resolve issues promptly. Please raise any concerns directly with the on-site team. You can also contact the UniAcco team, who will help address the matter with the property.
Move-in dates depend on your lease contract and room availability. For further assistance, you can call the property manager or use UniAcco's 24/7 student service.
Yes. The utility bills include electricity, water, heating, and superfast Wi-Fi.
The full address for The Paper Works is York Street, Sheffield, S1 2NY.
The Paper Works is located near two major universities: Sheffield Hallam University is about a 6-minute walk away, and the University of Sheffield is about an 11-minute walk away.
The nearest tram stop is Cathedral, a 2-minute walk from the accommodation.
The nearest bus stop is Sheffield Centre High Street (Stop HS5), just a 2-minute walk away.
Popular ride-sharing apps in Sheffield for students are Uber and Veezu.
The closest major supermarket to The Paper Works is Lidl, just a 2-minute walk from the accommodation.
For most students living at The Paper Works, the best way to travel depends on the destination, but walking and public transport are usually the most convenient options.
The nearest pharmacy is Boots Pharmacy, just a 1-minute walk from the property.
Dove & Rainbow, just a 5-minute walk away, is a popular bar near The Paper Works.
The nearest restaurant to The Paper Works, McDonald's, is a 1-minute walk away and is popular for quick, budget-friendly meals.
No, The Paper Works is self-catered student accommodation, giving residents the flexibility to prepare meals according to their schedules and preferences.
























