Chelmsford, the county city of Essex, is a fast-growing commuter hub balancing urban energy with green open spaces. Just 35 minutes from London Liverpool Street, it offers an ideal mix of city convenience and suburban comfort — consistently ranking among the best places to live in the East of England.
Neighbourhoods such as Old Moulsham, Great Baddow, and Springfield are especially sought after, offering a blend of character homes, excellent schools, and vibrant community spirit. The city’s Riverside regeneration, growing business district, and expanding new developments in Beaulieu Park continue to attract professionals and families alike.
With steady demand and competitive pricing, Chelmsford’s property market remains one of the strongest in the region. At BestEstateAgents.co.uk, we analyse verified results to rank Chelmsford’s top estate agents, helping local homeowners find who delivers the best prices and quickest completions.
Average asking price
£250,000
Average sale time
10 weeks
Asking price change
0%
Average estate agent fee
1.4%
12 Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1HL
Located at 12 Duke Street in Chelmsford, this William H Brown branch provides sales and lettings services for the city and surrounding areas of Essex....
2 Tindal Square, Chelmsford, CM1 1EH
Balgores Chelmsford is located at 2 Tindal Square, next to Shire Hall at the end of Chelmsford High Street, giving the branch a prominent town-centre ...
40 Newland Street, Witham, CM8 2AR
CM Rent & Sales operates a Witham branch at 40 Newland Street and specialises in letting and property management for landlords and tenants across the ...
5-7 Baron Road, South Woodham Ferrers, Chelmsford, CM3 5XQ
Balgores South Woodham Ferrers, located at 5–7 Baron Road, is the local branch of an independent Essex-based property services firm. The branch works ...
10 Duke Street, Chelmsford, CM1 1HL
Beresfords — Chelmsford Lettings is located at 10 Duke Street and specialises in residential lettings and property management. The branch provides lan...
51-53 High Street, Braintree, CM7 1JX
The William H Brown branch at 51–53 High Street in Braintree handles residential sales and lettings for Braintree and the surrounding Essex towns. The...
122 High Street, Ingatestone, CM4 0BA
Beresfords' Ingatestone branch, located at 122 High Street, is an independent, multi‑award winning estate agency serving Ingatestone and the surroundi...
Tindal House, Tindal Square, Chelmsford, CM1 1EH
Abbotts - Chelmsford Sales is located at Tindal House, Tindal Square, close to Chelmsford city centre. The branch provides residential sales, lettings...
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Estate agent fees in Chelmsford typically range from 1.2% to 2.5% of the sale price, depending on the agent and level of service. Online agents may charge fixed fees starting from around £1,000.
The best estate agent depends on your specific property and needs. Use our comparison tool above to see which agents perform best in your area based on sale prices, time to sell, and customer reviews.
The average time to sell a property in Chelmsford is around 45 days, though this varies significantly by agent, property type, and pricing strategy.
Yes, you can instruct multiple agents through a multi-agency agreement, though fees are typically higher. Most sellers choose a sole agency agreement for better value and agent commitment.