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- Estate Agents in CO12
78 Estate Agents in CO12
Compare the performance of local estate agents.
Looking to compare estate agents in CO12? In the last 6 months, 547 properties have been listed for sale by 78 different agents across the area. The average asking price in CO12 is £274,018 and homes typically take 14 weeks to go under offer. Local agents charge an average fee of 1.3%, equating to around £3,614 on a typical sale.
CO12 Property Market Summary
- Average asking price£274,018
- Average sale time14 weeks
- Asking price change-2.6%
- Average estate agent fee1.3%
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List of Estate Agents in CO12
Showing 26 - 50 of 78
15th Jul 2026 (6 weeks ago)We’re incredibly grateful to Matthew Stacey and the entire team at Matthew James. From our first viewing with Cavan, through the negotiations, and all the way to completing the purchase of a home we’ve fallen in love with, they were exceptional every step of the way.<br><br>Buying a property can be a rollercoaster, but their clear communication, professionalism, patience, and supportive approach made the process much easier to navigate. We couldn’t be happier with the outcome and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Matthew James to anyone looking to buy or sell a home.
28th Sep 2025 (10 mo. ago)I think the original estimate was much too high and has wasted time, I have reduced the price by 10K and still no interest
11th Jun 2026 (10 weeks ago)I attempted to purchase a property through this agency and, unfortunately, it was one of the worst experiences I have had. Throughout the process, inaccurate and misleading information was provided, which appeared to be aimed at progressing the sale. Communication was also very poor, with little to no proactive updates unless we repeatedly chased for information.<br><br>As a result of this misinformation, we have been left out of pocket and extremely disappointed with the service we received. I would not recommend this agency based on our experience.
20th Jan 2024 (2 years ago)Confident and reassuring advice and handling of our sale.
4th Aug 2026 (19 days ago)Samantha Ramsey at Haart has been working along side us selling our property. Great communication keeping us up dated all the way, very polite, always at hand on the phone thank you so much for all your hard work. Nothing is to much trouble for her, Five stars ??????????
12th May 2026 (15 weeks ago)We bought a property recently in Wivenhoe and the sellers used Elms Price. Jamie and the team were excellent, providing updates and communication between all parties. A great service.
Lamb & Co Property - Clacton on Sea
Unit 2, Crusader Business Park, Stephenson Road West, Clacton-on-Sea, CO15 4TN
(43 reviews)
14th Aug 2026 (9 days ago)I had the please of working with these guys recently. The whole team are super friendly, very informative and didn't hesitate to help with any questions I had. I would highly recommend them!.
29th Jan 2025 (1 year ago)On the ball & easy to get in touch with them.
15th May 2025 (1 year ago)As a landlord I have been lucky enough to use Compass to rent out my properties for 20 years. All of the staff, now and when I started using them, have always been amazing, kind and efficient, and it is with pleasure that I give them a 5 star review.
21st Apr 2026 (18 weeks ago)Extremely disappointing experience with Stoneridge Estate Agents. From start to finish, there was a clear lack of professionalism, urgency, and basic sales progression. We consistently felt that the process was being handled in favour of the buyer, with little regard for us as the sellers. Communication was poor throughout. Emails marked as urgent were not responded to in a timely manner, and updates were vague or lacking altogether. At a critical stage in the transaction, we were left chasing for information that should have been proactively managed by the agent. Most concerning was the failure to properly progress the sale. Key actions, such as chasing solicitors and moving outstanding enquiries forward, were not carried out with the level of urgency expected. This caused unnecessary delays and added significant stress. The buyer’s survey and subsequent renegotiation were also allowed to happen very late in the process, creating avoidable disruption. This should have been addressed much earlier and managed far more effectively. Overall, the handling of this sale was poor and ultimately led to us losing confidence and withdrawing completely. We would not recommend.
1st Sep 2025 (11 mo. ago)I leave on 218 Harwich road 3 year ,was very old house, i let this house with Abbotts Property from Colchester, Manager from theare check with me this hoise before i leave and say everythig is the same how was before and hi does t see any reasson to take my money back from depozit, i leave i moving to Romania with my family and after 1 months this agency Aboots send my message i have to pay back 1600£ to change floor, toillet, garage door, etc so this landdor not coming any day in 3 year i spend my money to fix some things and now hi whany to clean and change floor with my money. So be aware with this agency!
Stanfords - Colchester
The Livestock Market Wyncolls Road,Severalls Industrial Park,Colchester, CO4 9HU(59 reviews)
5th Aug 2026 (18 days ago)A good Saturday morning out.<br>Traditional brick a brack auction.<br>Wide variety items for sale.<br>Paying is very simple and quick.<br>Toilets basic but very clean<br>Children allowed<br>Free parking<br>Dog friendly<br>Wheel chair accessable to all but one biding area.<br>On site cafeStrutt & Parker - Eastern Estates & Farm Agency - Ipswich
11 Museum Street, Ipswich, IP1 1HH(12 reviews)
11th Aug 2021 (5 years ago)We had an extremely positive experience in buying through S+P. At every stage of the process they were helpful, and went out of their way to build a good relationship between buyers and sellers which worked to everyone's advantage-- especially as in this case the sellers will be our future neighbours. We had very well arranged zoom calls and resolved timing issues to do with stamp duty, moving dates, etc. We couldn't be happier with the outcome and we are very grateful to Sophia and the team.
Fine & Country - Colchester
(2 reviews)
5th May 2023 (3 years ago)Very disappointing… they didn’t vet the viewers carefully enough and had a lot of time wasters . Marketing of the property was such that offers were coming in way below what the property was worth. When I asked them to take the property off the market it took them days to take it off Rightmove and they still haven’t been round to collect the For Sale sign or indeed return the spare set of keys we lent them .
24th Jun 2025 (1 year ago)Very poor property description initially - evidently no research of the area undertaken and lack of property features included as well as some inaccurate information used. Having given some pointers of the positives of the property and locality, they basically used all of my wording resulting in having described the property ourselves and providing the sales pitch for them. No communication whatsoever in 3/4 months. No signs of additional effort other than listing on basic sales sights (eg rightmove etc) Different advice given by different staff members. Request for partial refund of advertising fees completed ignored after complaint and subsequent dis-instruction, we didn’t even receive a reply or acknowledgement of this.
24th Jul 2026 (30 days ago)We recently purchased a house through Chapman Stickels.<br>Leanne was fantastic, guided us through the process efficiently.
Gyles & Rose - Colchester
The North Colchester Business Centre 340 The Crescent, Colchester, Essex The North Colchester Business Centre 340 The Crescent, Colchester, Essex, CO4 9AD(1 reviews)
22nd Apr 2023 (3 years ago)Really nice relatable guys that know there stuff. House not sold yet as I put advertising on right move and the like on hold. I am conducting some redecorating. I am hopeful of a sale once this is complete.
26th Mar 2026 (21 weeks ago)Same as all the rest of estate agents.
15th Jul 2025 (1 year ago)Overpromised, Underperformed and Untrustworthy – My Costly Mistake with HSD I initially listed my property with PurpleBricks in March 2025 for £535,000. After limited viewings over a three-month period, I began exploring other options and submitted an enquiry to WeBuyAnyHouse. They quickly came back with an offer of £460,000—roughly 14% below asking—claiming it would allow for a quick sale. I immediately declined, as I was not in a rush and didn’t want to take such a significant loss. Shortly after, my details were apparently passed on to House Sales Direct (HSD), seemingly a sister company, without my explicit consent. HSD came across as professional and engaging at first. They promised a 98% success rate in selling properties within 28 days, citing a strong network of pre-approved buyers and investors who could complete within 6–8 weeks. They suggested a sale price spread of £510k–£535k, assuring me they would work to get me the best price possible. It sounded promising. Based on these assurances, I decided to proceed with HSD. I withdrew my PurpleBricks listing—costing me £300—with the understanding that HSD’s investor network would accelerate the sale. But things quickly began to unravel. Despite supposedly having investors lined up, HSD said they needed to relist my property on Rightmove first. When I questioned why investors couldn’t simply view the home, the response was vague. It took nearly two weeks for them to relist, and the new asking price was £525,000. A full week passed without any communication. Then came a call recommending the price be dropped to £499,000. I was told this was “just a marketing tactic,” and that they still aimed to get me a sale within the original £510k–£535k range. But I struggled to understand how listing a property nearly £40,000 lower would achieve that. I asked again about the investors. They finally admitted the only offer received was the same £460k I'd declined weeks earlier through WeBuyAnyHouse. This was when the red flags really began to show. Why wasn’t I told this upfront? Why present an optimistic price range if their investor offer was fixed at £460k from the beginning? Why was I encouraged to pull the property from PurpleBricks if they intended to rely on the open market anyway? I could have just reduced the price there and avoided unnecessary costs and delays. Doing more research online, I found stories from others with eerily similar experiences. It appeared HSD’s real model was to attract sellers with high expectations and then drop the price, relying on open-market tactics to force a quick sale. Despite claiming not to charge commission, they would never clearly explain how they made their money. It seems they may be negotiating higher prices with buyers while offering sellers less—profiting off the gap. No transparency, no trust. Meanwhile, they knew I was paying a high mortgage on an empty property. It became clear they were hoping I’d become desperate enough to accept the same low £460k offer I had already rejected twice. In the four weeks my property was listed with them, only four viewings were arranged. Two were no-shows. Of the remaining two, one viewer stayed for just five minutes—asked no questions and didn’t even view all the rooms. It felt performative, not serious. As expected, neither viewer submitted an offer, despite supposedly being “pre-qualified and keen.” Eventually, I told HSD I wanted to withdraw the property. That’s when I was informed—shockingly—that I had unknowingly signed up for a 52-week contract, and I’d need to pay £1,500 to exit, or £999 if paid within 7 days. I wrote to them, acknowledged that they had done some work, and offered a reasonable £699 exit fee, explaining I needed to rent the home out due to financial strain. They refused and insisted on full payment. I paid the £999 immediately—but it still took a full week and several chasers before they finally removed the property from Rightmove. By the end of the ordeal, it was clear I was no longer a priority for them. In summary: Do I regret choosing HSD? Absolutely. Would I recommend them to someone looking for a fair, transparent, and professional house sale experience? No. If your only goal is to sell quickly and you don’t care about value, they might work for you. But if you want to sell your home at a decent price with a partner you can trust, I strongly advise staying away from HSD.
8th Mar 2024 (2 years ago)Scott has been excellent throughout the whole sale process. Fantastic effort.
23rd Oct 2023 (2 years ago)I’d like to say a big thank you to Rachel, Harry and Steve for all your support with my sale and onward purchase. They were friendly, helpful and went above and beyond. I would highly recommend Temme English.
2nd Jan 2026 (7 mo. ago)Amazing Service! Lola showed us round multiple times on different occasions at first which you do not see much with EAs so that was very helpful. After having a bid accepted, Chris and Lola were both very helpful. Very responsive, proactive and took things into their own hands when there were issues with solicitors and if we had any questions regarding the house or any processes. No hassle at all. Would definitely recommend and would happily use them again if we ever sell :)
7th Aug 2026 (16 days ago)Was shown a house yesterday by Anya Williamson of Colchester agents Durden & Hunt. Although the house was not for me, a HUGE thanks to Anya for her initiative prior to the viewing. She called me in advance to find out if I needed parking permit! A relative newbie to the property business, this young woman scored a first here for me – no agent has ever demonstrated such forethought towards me EVER! Usually, the viewer is just another name on a list during a day’s work. Not so for Anya. Durden & Hunt need to look out for this lady otherwise she could be headhunted out to an agency who values people who use their initiative.
Fentons Estate Agents - Frinton-on-Sea
119 Connaught Avenue, Frinton-On-Sea, Essex, CO13 9PS(6 reviews)
4th Aug 2026 (19 days ago)We found the whole team professional, caring and supportive during our move from outer London. They tackle problems, legal queries & matters in general in an understanding friendly manner & always keep you in the picture. We thoroughly recommend this company whether buying, selling or both.
19th Jul 2026 (5 weeks ago)This, so far, has been a remarkably rapid transaction. I met with Lewis at the property, we had a lively discussion on the benefits and opportunity relating to the building, its potential and reviewing the wider impacts of the location. Harris &Wood demonstrated a comprehensive knowledge of the market, described some innovative marketing strategies and performed above my expectations. We immediately gained viewings and, after negotiation, obtained a fair price. I am willing to recommend Harris & Wood as a marketing partner, given the performance so far. Thank you, Harris & Wood
Agents in this area will typically be able to sell your house in CO1, CO2, CO3, CO4, CO5, CO6, CO7 and CO8.
Choosing the right estate agent in CO12 matters more than most sellers realise. With 78 agents currently active across the area, performance varies considerably - some agents keep price changes to a minimum while others regularly make larger reductions. GetAgent pulls together verified sales data for every agent listed here so you can compare them on what actually counts: how quickly they sell, how much they typically reduce asking prices by, and what previous sellers say about working with them.
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How do I compare estate agents in CO12?
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What is the average fee in CO12?
Local estate agencies in CO12 typically charge around 1.3%, which equates to an average fee of £3,562 on a standard sale. Fees can vary between agents - GetAgent shows you the exact fee for each agent before you commit.
How long does it take to sell a house in CO12?
Properties in CO12 take around 14 weeks to go under offer on average. This varies depending on your area, property type and which estate agent you choose. GetAgent's data shows average sale times for every agent listed here.
What is the average asking price change in CO12?
The average asking price change in CO12 is currently -2.6%. Individual agent performance varies - some agents maintain prices better than others. GetAgent shows you each agent's track record before you choose.
Should I get a valuation before choosing an estate agent in CO12?
Yes - knowing your property's value helps you assess whether the agents you speak to are pricing realistically. GetAgent offers a free instant online valuation for CO12 properties, and you can then compare local agents before deciding who to invite in.
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