Estate agents in Crooked Mile

Gold winners of the British Property Awards 2019 in Waltham Abbey! Castles are a successful, privately owned independent agency. Established in 1981 we have over three decades experience in providing quality estate agency. With offices spanning North and East London as well as Essex, we are experts in these areas offering a comprehensive service incorporating residential sales, letting and management, and surveys and valuations.

Main office: @castles_waltham_abbey

Branch Manager: @daniel.tagliarini.mnaea

01992 711119

wabbey@castles.london

Gold winners of the British Property Awards 2019 in Waltham Abbey! Castles are a successful, privately owned independent agency. Established in 1981 we have over three decades experience in providing quality estate agency. With offices spanning North and East London as well as Essex, we are experts in these areas offering a comprehensive service incorporating residential sales, letting and management, and surveys and valuations.

The vast array of property-related TV programmes proliferating our screens is certainly an indication of our appetite for home improvement. Presumably this has something to do with pride of ownership and making the most out of "an Englishman's home is his castle".

However, once you come to sell, you may understandably be more focused on your next property than the one you are leaving. It is surprising how many properties we see offered for sale where the vendor has not taken advantage of some simple things that can be done to increase their chances of selling whilst maximising their price.

Bear in mind that we are not just selling bricks and mortar, but an aspirational lifestyle, as most people purchase a better property than the one they are leaving.

A recent survey among estate agents identified key aspects of property presentation that they regard as important to get right when selling. 77% said that decluttering the interior was among their top three tips, 68% included a thorough interior clean, 48% highlighted the need to tidy the garden, 40% suggested neutral decoration, 35% recommended a fresh coat of exterior paint, and 24% felt a new kitchen or bathroom was important.

Interestingly, gadgets, technology and security features ranked surprisingly low, with less than 1% of agents citing these as important, presumably as these are things that can easily be added at a later date as required although a fast broadband speed is of course critically important. A survey by Rightmove suggested that homes with slower broadband tended to sell for up to 20% less than those with fast broadband!

It is interesting to note that, apart from the broadband issue, the above figures overwhelmingly point to the need to create a strong first visual impression, and this concurs with our own findings that whilst buyers do not always know precisely what they want, they certainly know it when they see it. Our job is to help them get to that point!

If you would like further guidance on buying or selling a property call 01992 52 006.

Steven Celimon

Director

Why move to Waltham Abbey?

The Essex market town of Waltham Abbey offers character and heritage, with plenty of green space and great shops and restaurants.

Separated from the more modern Waltham Cross by the River Lea, the town is a hub for families and London commuters and offers some excellently priced properties.

If you are looking for an estate agent in Waltham Abbey, please pop into our office on Sun Street. We are both a lettings agent and sales agent for the Waltham Abbey area, and will be happy to help you.

A short history

Nowadays, Waltham Abbey is a relatively quiet spot, but hides a more dramatic past. The tale goes that in 1035, a black marble crucifix was found in Somerset. When they attempted to take the cross to one of the leading monasteries, the oxen refused to budge until the name Waltham was mentioned, whereupon they miraculously set off towards the town. The cross was housed in a local church, where it was said to have healing powers, reputedly even curing King Harold of paralysis.

The reputation of the cross lead to a grand Abbey being built on the site. A town grew up around the Abbey and was given a charter by Richard I to hold markets and fairs. The Charter Market continues to this day on Tuesday of each week.

The Abbey was lost when Henry VIII ordered the dissolution of the monasteries, but Waltham Abbey continued to flourish, growing to the town seen today.

Property

Waltham Abbey has a mix of period country houses, town-centre cottages and Victorian properties, along with a good supply of bungalows and modern detached, semi-detached and terrace homes.

The town expanded greatly after the Second World War, with the Ninefields Estate built in the Sixties and Seventies, and Abbeyfields in the early Nineties on the site of Honey Lane Hospital. On the A121, the road that links Waltham Abbey with Waltham Cross, there are modern flats.

If you are interested in putting your house on the market, our Sales Agents will be pleased to arrange a home valuation. Those looking to purchase property in Waltham Abbey can discuss their needs with our local experts and arrange viewings at suitable properties. Alternatively, if you are a Landlord considering letting your property, or you are looking to rent within the Waltham Abbey area, our Lettings Agents are on hand to support you.

ROFFEYS was established in 1988 with offices covering the towns and villages of West Essex and East Hertfordshire. Our experienced sales consultants and directors possess an in-depth knowledge of the local area and remain totally committed to providing a

first-class, friendly service which is second to none. As a reputable, independent firm of estate agents we provide

FREE of charge, expert valuations for Selling, Letting and Probate.

ROFFEYS has been actively involved in residential lettings and property management since 1988. As a family-run business, we employ dedicated teams of friendly, experienced lettings consultants and property managers who possess excellent local area knowledge. They recognise the importance of providing landlords with the

highest level of personal service and expertise based on knowledge gained over many years' professional experience.