How to Search for Student Accommodation on the MAF Properties Website

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You can search MAF Properties' listings by combining three filters on the site: department (Student or Residential), location, and number of bedrooms. The site's search tool offers these three drop-downs together, so you can narrow results to student properties in a specific Sheffield neighbourhood with the bedroom count you need. The site also shows "NOW LETTING 2027/2028," so listings are currently being promoted for that academic year.

Step-by-step search

  1. Choose the department. Select Student (or Residential if you're looking for a long-term home as a professional, graduate, or family). This keeps your results within the type of property you want.
  2. Choose a location. The location menu lists: All, Broomhall, Broomhill, City Centre, Devonshire Quarter, Ecclesall, Netherthorpe, Norfolk Park, and University. Leaving it on "All" searches across the city.
  3. Choose the number of bedrooms. Options run from Individual Room and Studio through 1 to 6 Bedrooms. This is the main way to match a shared house or a solo flat to your group size.
  4. Run the search and review the results. You can then open individual properties, save the ones you like, and contact the office if you want help matching to a property.

What each filter is useful for

Filter Options When to use it
Department Student / Residential Separate student lets from residential rentals
Location Broomhall, Broomhill, City Centre, Devonshire Quarter, Ecclesall, Netherthorpe, Norfolk Park, University Prioritise areas near campus or the city centre
Bedrooms Individual Room, Studio, 1–6 Bedrooms Match a room, a studio, or a shared house for your group

The site describes its student homes as well-maintained, affordable, and in convenient neighbourhoods across the city, with properties within walking distance of Sheffield City Centre. It also states over 30 years of specialising in student accommodation in Sheffield.

After you find a property

  • Save properties using the saved properties feature so you can compare shortlisted homes later.
  • Report maintenance through the site if you're an existing tenant with an issue.
  • Contact the office on 0114 272 6006 or via the contact page if you want the team to match you to a property.

Common sticking points

  • Searching the wrong department. Student and residential listings are separate; if results look sparse, check the department drop-down.
  • Over-filtering. Combining a narrow location with a high bedroom count can return few results. Try "All" locations first, then narrow down.
  • Timing. The site is advertising 2027/2028 lets, so availability reflects that cycle rather than immediate move-in.

The site does not publish prices in the material reviewed here, so confirm rent and any fees directly with MAF Properties when you enquire.