Business Details
27 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Agents in Leytonstone
Trading Places is an independent family-run estate and letting agency established in the late 1990s. With over 50 years of combined experience in property sales and lettings, we specialise in serving Leytonstone, Leyton, London E11 and E10, and surrounding areas. Our team of local experts, who are also family and friends, provide exceptional customer service rooted in deep community knowledge. Accredited by The Guild, The Property Ombudsman, Propertymark, ARLA Propertymark, NAEA, and Safeagent, we combine professionalism with a personal touch. Our services include property sales, lettings, valuations, and comprehensive property management.We pride ourselves on honest advice, local expertise, and a commitment to helping clients find their ideal homes. Having witnessed the area's evolution over two decades, we offer unparalleled insight into East London's property market. Our awards from The Best Estate Agents Guide, AllAgents, and the British Property Awards underscore our excellence. We prioritise transparency, ethical practices, and long-term relationships with clients and the community.
Services
Property Sales
Property Lettings
Property Valuations
Property Management
Area Guides
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- We have 50+ years of combined experience in East London property markets.
- Our team lives and works locally, offering unparalleled area knowledge.
- We hold accreditations from six major industry bodies including Propertymark and ARLA.
- Award-winning service with recognition from The British Property Awards.
- Family-run business combining professionalism with personal, community-focused service.
Associations and certifications
- The Guild
- The Property Ombudsman
- Propertymark
- ARLA Propertymark
- NAEA
- Safeagent
What people say
Outstanding agent
Quick to respond
Transparent and honest
Professional team
Best local agent
Services
Property Sales
We specialise in residential property sales across Leytonstone and East London. Our local expertise ensures accurate pricing, effective marketing, and smooth transactions. With professional photography, virtual tours, and targeted advertising, we maximise exposure to qualified buyers. Our 50+ years of combined experience helps achieve optimal sale prices efficiently.
Property Lettings
Our lettings service connects landlords with quality tenants through rigorous referencing and marketing. We handle property presentations, viewings, and tenancy agreements while ensuring compliance with all legal requirements. Our local market knowledge helps achieve competitive rental returns with minimal void periods for property owners.
Property Valuations
We offer three valuation options: instant online estimates, virtual assessments, and traditional in-person valuations. Our accurate pricing guidance considers current market conditions and comparable sales. This service helps clients make informed decisions about selling or renting their properties in the Leytonstone area.
Property Management
Our comprehensive management service handles day-to-day landlord responsibilities including tenant communication, rent collection, and maintenance coordination. We ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements while protecting property investments. Regular inspections and prompt issue resolution maintain property value and tenant satisfaction.
Area Guides
We provide detailed guides about Leytonstone, Walthamstow, and surrounding neighbourhoods. These resources cover school catchments, transport links, local amenities, and community character. Our firsthand knowledge helps buyers and renters make informed decisions about East London locations that match their lifestyle needs.
People
Gary
Co-Founder
With 25+ years in East London property markets, Gary co-founded Trading Places to combine local knowledge with professional standards. He oversees sales operations and maintains industry accreditations.
Jennifer
Co-Founder
A Leytonstone native with 25+ years in property, Jennifer leads lettings and client relations. Her deep community ties and market expertise ensure tailored service for buyers, sellers, and landlords across East London.
Questions
What areas do Trading Places cover?
We specialise in Leytonstone, Leyton, London E11 and E10, plus Walthamstow, Wanstead, and Forest Gate areas of East London.
What property services do you offer?
We provide property sales, lettings, valuations, and comprehensive property management services for residential clients in East London.
How experienced is your team?
Our co-founders have 50+ combined years in property, with specialist knowledge of East London markets since the late 1990s.
Are you accredited by industry bodies?
Yes, we're accredited by six major organisations including Propertymark, ARLA Propertymark, and The Property Ombudsman.
What makes Trading Places different?
As live-in locals with family-run values, we combine professional standards with unmatched local knowledge and personal service.
Reviews (6)
Marc
Jun 08, 2022
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Trading Places did a good job of selling my property. Their help and support when i put the house on the market and on the days of the viewings was much appreciated.
Jenine Carlson
May 31, 2022
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I sold my property through Trading Places l, who were very committed to getting the property over the line. I would definitely use them again should I need to in the future. Thank you to all that helped from my first valuation right through to completion.
Treasa Harkin
May 14, 2022
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The team at Trading Places have been great to deal with! Fiona has been a pleasure from point of sale to our follow up viewings and Jennifer has gone above and beyond with regards to the sales process itself. Very professional, helpful and personable.
Fred Nyberg
May 10, 2022
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We recently sold our house through Trading Places Leytonstone. Throughout the whole process the team were extremely professional and helpful. Every query was dealt with in a friendly and helpful manner and they were always available! Jen, Fiona and Steve all went the extra mile at various points making the experience as good as it can be! Would highly recommend.
Namin Cho
Mar 08, 2022
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Fiona is one of the friendliest and most genuine estate agents we have had the pleasure of dealing with during our house hunt journey. We have had a few viewings with her and everytime she is very knowledgeable about the property and area. We are still looking for a house so hope to see her again at another viewing!
Christina Allcock
Feb 20, 2022
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Erlandas was brilliant, understanding and helpful when going through the referencing process for us to move into our new flat. Fantastic service all round and a great team!
