Chelmsford, Essex

Estate Agents in Chelmsford CM1

Compare all 3 estate agents covering CM1. See real fees, sold price performance and homeowner reviews — then choose which agents contact you. Independent agents in Chelmsford typically save you £2,880 vs national chains.

£360,000

Avg. sale price

38 days

Avg. time to sell

1.2%

Avg. agent fee

+3.2%

Price growth (12m)

Active agents

3 agents in CM1

Compare sales agents in Chelmsford CM1

Ranked by average sale price achieved. Choosing an independent agent in Chelmsford over a national chain saves you an average of £2,880 on a £360,000 property — and independent agents achieve better results too.

Chelmsford Homes

Top rated in CM1

Independent estate agent · Chelmsford · Essex

★★★★★ 4.8167 reviews

97.7%Price achieved

32 daysAvg. to sell

1.0%Sales fee

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Essex Properties

Independent estate agent · Chelmsford · Essex

★★★★☆ 4.3356 reviews

96.1%Price achieved

41 daysAvg. to sell

0.8%Sales fee

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Essex & Home

Independent estate agent · Chelmsford · Essex

★★★★☆ 4.4123 reviews

96.8%Price achieved

37 daysAvg. to sell

1.2%Sales fee

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Fee comparison

Estate agent fees in Chelmsford CM1

On a £360,000 property, choosing an independent agent (avg 1.0%) over a national chain (avg 1.8%) saves you £2,880. Always check what's included before signing.

#	Agent	Fee	No sale no fee	Fee on £360,000	vs area avg
1	CH Chelmsford Homes	1.0%	✓ Yes	£3,600	0.2% below avg
2	EP Essex Properties	0.8%	✓ Yes	£2,880	0.4% below avg
3	EH Essex & Home	1.2%	✓ Yes	£4,320	0% below avg

Fees verified June 2026. Always confirm directly with your chosen agent.

Market data

Chelmsford CM1 property market

Data sourced from HM Land Registry. Updated monthly.

Average sale price

£360,000

All property types

+3.2% vs last year

Avg. days to sell

38 days

Listing to accepted offer

Properties sold (12m)

234

Completed sales in CM1

Price per sq ft

£410

Average across all types

Avg. national chain fee

£6,480

On avg. Chelmsford property

Avg. independent fee

£3,600

Save £2,880 vs nationals

Common questions

Estate agents in Chelmsford CM1 — FAQs

How much do estate agents charge in Chelmsford CM1?

Estate agent fees in Chelmsford CM1 average 1.2% including VAT. Independent agents typically charge around 1.0%, while national chains average 1.8%. On a £360,000 property, that's a saving of £2,880 by choosing an independent. EstateRate shows you the exact fee for every agent before you commit.

How long does it take to sell in Chelmsford?

The average time to sell a property in Chelmsford CM1 is 38 days from listing to accepted offer. The top performing agent, Chelmsford Homes, averages just 32 days. Properties priced accurately from day one sell significantly faster than those which are overpriced.

Which agent achieves the best price in CM1?

Based on sold price data, Chelmsford Homes achieves an average of 97.7% of asking price in Chelmsford CM1. A higher percentage means less negotiation off your asking price, which often outweighs a slightly higher fee. EstateRate shows you this data for every agent before you choose.

Should I use a local independent or national chain in Chelmsford?

Independent agents in Chelmsford consistently outperform national chains on sold price achieved, time to sell, and homeowner satisfaction scores — and charge lower fees. EstateRate was built to make sure homeowners find the best independent agents in their area before defaulting to a well-known name.

Estate Agents in Chelmsford CM1

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