And some gardens are very fine indeed, providing space for luxuries like swimming pools, fountains, summerhouses and more.
Here are 10 of the best homes with gardens on the market in Sheffield right now.
1. Rural splendour
More Hall, between Wharncliffe Side and Bolsterstone, is on the market for £1.5 million and has generous grounds with a terrace. The sale is being handled by Savills in York. (https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/52833533) Photo: Savills
2. A versatile space
The North Wing of Onesacre Hall, near Oughtibridge, has an asking price of £750,000 and comes with a garden studio that could be used as a gym, office, games room or bar. The sale is being handled by Blenheim Park Estates. (https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/50365874) Photo: Zoopla
3. A place to explore
Wyaston House, on Halifax Road, Grenoside, has gardens covering half an acre with several seating areas, a fishpond, water feature and a wooden summerhouse. It has an asking price of £575,000 and the sale is being handled by Blenheim Park Estates. (https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/48234698) Photo: Zoopla
4. Very generous
This five-bedroom property on Rotherham Road, Killamarsh, has substantial gardens offering far-reaching views and patio areas that make for superb al fresco dining. The guide price is £525,000 and the sale is being handled by Blundells at Crystal Peaks. (https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/48902204) Photo: Zoopla