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ESTATE AGENT IN SOUTH KENSINGTON

Walton Street Office
71 Walton Street, London, SW3 2HT

0207 581 2216
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Home of London’s prestigious Museums (the Science Museum, the Natural History Museum, the Victoria and Albert Museum) and possibly one of the world’s best University’s – Imperial College and the amazing French Lycée Charles de Gaulle, the area has a unique feel. There has been a revival of the lower end of Exhibition Road where the area now bustles with wonderful coffee shops and restaurants whilst older shops continue to trade, such as South Kensington Books (there is also a very good pharmacy in the Tube Station). Moving nearer the Lycée you will find the well-known French book shop Librarie La Page and the newly opened Cocotte for your French “traiteur” experience. Naturally a gorgeous éclair from Maître Choux will not go amiss! As you head into Bute Street you are greeted by wonderful shops such as Six Pouce Trois Pied (six thumbs, three feet) and La Grande Bouchée delicatessen (they import their baguettes from France!) and Oddono’s for some of the best ice cream in London. The Hummingbird bakery is not far if you are still hungry or you could continue the French theme with the incredible Aux Merveilleux patisserie. Local restaurants such as Yashin Ocean House and a favourite “Chucs” are well frequented by the Locals.

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The architecture ranges from white stucco garden squares, such as Onslow Square, to the stunning terraced houses of Sumner Place. The area also has many apartments on roads such as Queen’s Gate, which leads to Hyde Park, and around Onslow Gardens and Cranley Gardens. You will also find on Gloucester Road the house where JM Barrie wrote Peter Pan. Much of the freehold of the area is owned by the Wellcome Trust and South Kensington Estate. Local residents may also join the South Kensington Club, a private members’ club, to work out and unwind, or alternatively KX Gym near Brompton Cross and the stunning Michelin Building. For homeowners considering selling or buying, our experts provide a property valuation in South Kensington to help you understand the market value of your home.

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Residents are spoilt for choice when it comes to private schools – the world famous French Lycée Francais Charles de Gaulle taking prime position in the centre of the area. Other well-known schools include Faulkner House, Glendower, Queens Gate School and Mander Portman Woodward.

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Why Move to South Kensington

Fulham is one of London's most sought-after areas. It offers excellent schools, including the Lycée which attracts many French people to the area. There is a great choice of property styles, including elegant Georgian homes overlooking Parsons Green, pretty Victorian flat conversions, modern developments, Imperial Wharf with its Thames views, Edwardian homes on the popular Crabtree Estate, the famous and highly desirable Lion Houses of the Peterborough Estate and two new riverside developments; Fulham Reach and Queens Wharf, located beside Hammersmith Bridge.

A little bit of history
Today Fulham may be one of the most expensive and desired places to make a home in London, but it was not always the case. During the 18th Century Fulham was known for debauchery and was where wealthy Londoners came seeking gambling and prostitution. Fulham remained a working class area for some time, undergoing regeneration between World War II and 1980s to become the well-to-do area it is today.

Need to know
A loaded die is sometimes known as a 'Fulham' possibly because of the areas once corrupt reputations.

Shopping
Enjoy our Farmers' Market every Sunday in New Kings School in New Kings Road. Pick up cheese and cooked and fresh meats at Bayley and Sage delicatessen and butcher, New Kings Road. And find everything you need for the home and garden at Posh Rosh, Fulham Road.

Local sales market

Settling into 2022, there is a sense of optimism in the air coupled with steady interest in the Wandsworth property market that has rolled over from the end of 2021. If you have decided to take the next step in your property journey, please contact us today to take advantage of the market.

What's going on in the South Kensington market?

Average Price Home
£789,600
in South Kensington

How much have average prices changed?

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1.5%
in the last 12 months

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-3.7%
in the last 5 years


What's the average price per square foot?
Sqft IconIcon set Sqft £809 psf

What's the average price for a new home?
£955,000

Sales market in South Kensington

How many homes changed hands?

1,114

in the last 12 months

Sales numbers have changed by

10.9%

year-on-year

Average price in England and Wales

£333,100

Average price in London

£712,100

By property type Apartments
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Terraced
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Semi-Detached
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Detached
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Average price £535,000 £1,085,900 £4,085,900 £3,085,900
Price Change last 12 Months -9.0% 3.0% 7.0% 15.0%
Proportion of all sales 69.0% 23.0% 3.0% 0.3%
By Number or rooms 1 2 3 4 5
Average price £535,000 £1,085,900 £4,085,900 £3,085,900 £9,085,900
Average price per square foot £955 £755 £855 £555 £655
Average rent per month £1,955 £2,755 £4,855 £3,555 £2,655

Local rental market

Settling into 2022, there is a sense of optimism in the air coupled with steady interest in the Wandsworth property market that has rolled over from the end of 2021. If you have decided to take the next step in your property journey, please contact us today to take advantage of the market.

What's going on in the South Kensington market?


How much do houses let for?
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£3,415

How much do flats let for?
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£1,629

Change in rents in the last year
3.5%
in South Kensington
By Number or rooms 1 2 3 4 5
Average price £535,000 £1,085,900 £4,085,900 £3,085,900 £9,085,900
Average price per square foot £955 £755 £855 £555 £655
Average rent per month £1,955 £2,755 £4,855 £3,555 £2,655

Number of private rented households

5,947

Average number of people per rented household

2.0

Proportion of all homes which are private rented

30.6%

Projected change in private rented households (next decade)

7.1%

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South Kensington – FAQs

What Our Client, Tenants and Buyers Think of us

Maskells is the ONE estate agent that really matches client and property. I found several PERFECT dream houses through their dedicated service and recommended them, successfully, to my friends. Nothing is too much trouble, until the deal is done. If you want individual attention, there is nobody like Maskells.

Mrs D L

Having used Maskells several times over the last 24 years I have found them to be both honourable, courteous and efficient. I would use no other Company.

Mrs C F

You can’t buy experience. I found Maskells to be at the forefront for prime property acquisitions and sales within Knightsbridge, Chelsea and Belgravia. The experience the company brings to the table has assisted me over the past 15 years from being a new entrant into the property market 15 years ago Maskells have guided me successfully along the way.

Mr RM

First of all thank you very much for your exceptional commitment to select and present such a high quality set of potential properties, some of them on very short notice. Clearly above expectations. Highly appreciated.

Mr EW

Just to say thank you,
I am very happy in my new flat in Cadogan Square.
I must say I wished to personally say thank you as not many people in your industry would have worked as hard as you did for me who gave you half a day, if that, to 'sort it out' and find me a flat which you did admirably. You have also worked tirelessly in answering my out of hours called etc.
Well done, I would recommend you to anybody I know who wants a really top lettings agent in Chelsea. You are first rate.

Mr AS

I moved in yesterday and I am absolutely delighted with my new home. Thank you so much for showing me and getting me in there before it was snapped up.
A great service all round from everyone. Thank you.

Ms SG

Having Successfully let three properties for us in competition with other major estate agents in the local area, I thought it only fair of me to write to say how pleased we are with the service that you provided and to thank you for your efforts in achieving a hat trick.
I would have absolutely no hesitation in recommending you to any other landlords who wish to rent properties in Knightsbridge  Kensington and Chelsea and I am truly delighted that you have been so successful for us in these endeavours.
We look forward to continuing our long relationship together and we will undoubtedly bring other properties to you as the become available.
MR ST, Director, property management company, London.

MR ST

I have had the pleasure of working with Jamie Hope twice, once when he was my buying agent in 2012, and then again in 2017 when he was the sales agent for my flat.

I am based in Asia, so for me service is key. In 2012 I gave him very precise instructions of what I was looking for and he presented 3 flats that met my specifications. And yet, he listened closely to me and pointed out that perhaps I was looking for something rather different than I had specified. He presented me with this alternative, and indeed he was correct. I made the purchase and the flat worked out perfectly.

In the summer of 2017, we decided to sell the flat, and again he was extremely efficient in getting it prepped for viewing and he had an excellent marketing strategy that brought in plenty of traffic.

Despite the weakening market, he was able to create competitive tension and we achieved a satisfactory price by the end of the year.

If/when I come back to London, he would be my agent of choice and I heartily recommend him to both buyers and sellers.

Mr E

Maskells have been nothing but fantastic in helping me find a flat and equally kind throughout my tenancy. Nevertheless being a small agency, they take specific focus on looking after their tenants and clients extremely well.

Ms S P

Great service, highly recommend for landlords and tenants. Just found a flat for my daughter and friend, both students, to rent with Maskells. Clem has provided a very helpful and professional service with good clear communications. Poppy also did an excellent viewing. They have some great properties that they manage. Highly recommend

Mr A B

Maskells has been absolutely exceptional in helping me and my family find the perfect nest for ourselves. Their entire team was brilliant and very efficient. Clem, our agent was more than accommodating and helped us make our move to London a breeze. A world-class real estate agency with truly international people.

Ms P S

Very professional agency and team has done a great and reactive job in the challenge of London real estate.
Bravo and merci to make it happened quickly !!

Mr A G

The professionals at Maskells were very reliable, responsive, competent, and friendly to work with. As non UK citizens trying to navigate finding and leasing a flat in London for our daughter who was a student, we especially appreciated being able to trust and work with Vashti Sperring and Clem Evans. They represented us well and were honest brokers in every respect. They were kind and respectful to our daughter also. I highly recommend Maskells.

Mrs J B

Lived in a flat managed by Maskells for over 3 years. Always responsive, courteous and quick to address any issues. Would highly recommend.

Mr M K

Thank you for everything. I have really appreciated your quick response times, excellent service and great management of the property. 

Mr S S

Once again, thank you very much indeed for your attention to this matter, resulting in our receiving from you, comment, information, proposal and comparisons that can only be described as being of a professional and service orientated level, that is all but extinct in today’s industry.

 

 

 

Mr S

Jamie Hope is that rarest of beings - an estate agent who is proactive without ever being intrusive, sensitive to the needs of buyers and sellers, creative in getting deals done, highly responsive and efficient but never pestering, open minded in working with other agencies and innovative in ensuring their incentives are structured to maximise exposure to all buyers in the market. Having tried without success to sell our house for some time, Jamie proactively approached us and convinced he could make a sale happen despite very difficult market conditions. He did just that, steering the process throughout with great sensitivity to a successful conclusion. I would recommend him to potential sellers without hesitation.

Mr R

Excellent news today on the completion of the second flat. It’s been some journey selling both flats and we have finally come to the day that at times felt impossible. A journey that you guided me through with patience, expertise and tenacity. 

 As you know there are human stories behind each property transaction and I felt you recognised the importance of these sales to us in a way that speaks volumes to your character. I never questioned your advice knowing full well you had our interests front and centre. Having you in our corner made the emotional roller coaster of the last couple of years barable and I can honestly say we wouldn’t be celebrating today if it wasn’t for you. 

 So I thank you, it has been a pleasure working with you and I look forward to doing it all again the next time round!

 

Mr S P

Mr S P

You have looked after us extremely well and beyond what we could expect so we are very grateful.

Mr C C