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    Steven Oates opened its doors over 30 years ago and during that time it has earned a reputation as Hertford's most established and trusted estate agent. Our lettings team has a wealth of experience and will care for your property as though it were our own.

    Our specialist lettings consultants will give you an honest rental appraisal supported by comparables so you know exactly how much rental income you can achieve. We always strive to obtain the highest rent possible, whilst ensuring your tenant is reliable and of high standards to ensure your investment is managed most effectively.

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    Steven Oates opened its doors over 35 years ago and during that time it has earned a reputation as Hertford's most established and trusted estate agent.

    Our lettings team has a wealth of experience and will care for your property as though it were our own.

    Our specialist lettings consultants will give you an honest rental appraisal supported by comparables so you know exactly how much rental income you can achieve.

    We always strive to obtain the highest rent possible, whilst ensuring your tenant is reliable and of high standards to ensure your investment is managed most effectively.

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    As the leading agent in the area we are aware of the vast majority of new properties coming to market before others, allowing you greater choice.

    Every one of us at Steven Oates Property Management works to a set of fundamental values and we believe in providing you with the best service and solutions, so we continually analyse our performance to find ways of being better.

    We value knowledge, honesty, integrity and common sense. So you can be sure of dealing with helpful professionals who will be able to help find you a suitable property.

    As Hertfords leading estate agency, we primarily sell and let property within Hertford and we are extremely active in the surrounding towns and villages.

    Our knowledge of the property market means we have inside word on hundreds of properties coming available to rent.

    We have the utmost confidence that if you can't find what you're looking for, our dedicated Property Consultants will find something to suit you using our industry contacts.

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Meet our Team
  • Introduction

    At every step of the process, whether that be selling, buying or letting a property, we will always provide you with the best help, advice and support.

    We are a close knit and supportive team, whose aim it is to provide each and every one of our customers with an unrifled, friendly and efficient service.

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    Andrew Whitehead MARLA - Director
    Andrew has worked in the property business for over 20 years and has previously managed our lettings and management business. Prior to this, Andrew worked at Savills for 4 years where he become an ARLA licensed agent and secured some of the a most prestigious residential property lets in the area.  Andrew is an expert the lettings industry and succeeds with honesty and integrity. A proud father of two and married to Morgan. Andrew enjoys golf and is a keen pool player having captained Hertfordshire for four years.
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    Colin Kyle - Director
    Hertford's longest serving estate agent for over 40 years, Colin has obtained unrivalled knowledge of the local housing market. Colin still lives in the area he loves, settling in the village of Hertingfordbury. Father of two and married to Mandy, his interests include country activities and pursuits and is a member of Essendon golf club. A little bit of an adrenaline Junkie, Colin's claim to fame was doing the highest bungee in the world! And competed in the Devizes to London canoe race for charity.
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    Stephen Hibbert - Director
    Having enjoyed a successful career within Estate Agency for over 27 years, 20 years of which at Steven Oates, has built an excellent knowledge of all aspects of the property industry. Stephen lives in the local village of Much Hadham and along with his wife and 4 young children, enjoys tennis, squash and football, when he isn't running around after his 4 children!
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    Charlotte Standbrook ARLA - Lettings Co-Ordinator
    Charlotte has enjoyed a successful career within the local property market for 18 years and is fully ARLA qualified. With a positive and friendly approach Charlotte is a popular addition to our team. When Charlotte isn't busy at work helping our clients, she enjoys body pump classes, spending time with her two sons and has a keen interest in fashion.
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    Emily Buckley - Lettings Co-Ordinator
    Emily has recently left the university of law, passing with distinction in her graduate diploma in law. With her family having been involved in property for as long as she can remember, Emily has always been driven to work within the property industry and helps not only assist in our busy property management team, but also provides advice on our compliance and law. Outside of the office, Emily enjoys planning her next trip to explore new places.
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    Sophie Shaw ARLA - Property Manager
    Sophie helps run our property management department, using her extensive experience of property and ARLA qualifications, Sophie is just as happy giving in depth advice on contractual matters as she is organising a washing machine repair! Outside of work Sophie enjoys dog walking and baking some of the most devilish cakes our office has ever seen.
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    Suzie Purser - Senior Lettings Consultant
    With over 25 years' experience in the property industry, Suzie has come out of retirement to join us as a Senior Lettings Consultant.  Previously the co-owner and operator of Chase Residential Lettings, Suzie has a wealth of experience as both a letting agent and landlord. With her caring approach and attention to detail, Suzie is respected as one of the leading letting agents in the Hertford area.  Any free time is spent looking after her dogs, horses and helping her daughter Maddie progress in her clay pigeon shooting career, as she was recently selected for the Team GB Talent Pathway.
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    What our clients say......
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      We care what our clients say about us and thrive on maintaining good working relations ships through honesty, integrity and hard work.

    Testimonials from Landlords

    • Landlord Testimonial

      Tom Jackson has changed the stereotypical view of individuals in this industry. He is a true credit to Steven Oates. Always on time, professional, with a smile and a solution rather than a problem, he has made my life as a landlord child's play. He listens and takes on board my preferences (me being particularly fussy makes this not an easy task!) and has consistently sourced the best tenants for me. He is a genuine pleasure to work with. -  Josie N
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      In my experience Steven Oates provides a very efficient lettings management service which benefits both landlords and tenants. Highly recommended. -  Simon C
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      Great team to work with, couldn't fault them. I've dealt with many Estate Agents and it's usually an absolute chore, but these guys were helpful from start to finish. -  Gilly
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      I have used this business for many years now and their service is excellent. If any issues regarding the property occur they deal with them straight away which means I don't have any hassle with the tenants. They seem to have an expert on all matters which gives me great peace of mind. Highly recommended. -  Mick J
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      Thank you Sophie for your prompt action yesterday, we want to take this opportunity to thank you personally as without your input, we would of had a difficult time ahead.  Your swift action has not only saved us time and energy, it has also saved us a considerable amount of money. Thanks again, John & Sue. 
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