Business Details
24 Years
experience
Trusted Real Estate Agents in Leicester
Keywest Estate Agents has been providing comprehensive property services in Leicester since 2002. With over 15 years of experience in residential sales and lettings, we combine deep local market knowledge with a client-focused approach to deliver exceptional results. Our team of seasoned professionals specialises in property valuations, marketing strategies, and tailored management solutions for landlords and tenants. We prioritise transparent communication, leveraging our extensive network of buyers and renters to ensure efficient transactions. Backed by a proven track record in the Leicestershire property market, we offer additional services including mortgage advice, conveyancing support, and energy performance certification. Our commitment to continuous improvement and adherence to legal standards ensures clients receive reliable, compliant services. As an independent agency, we maintain flexibility to adapt to individual client needs while upholding rigorous professional standards. Our reputation for integrity and effectiveness has been built through consistent delivery of successful property outcomes for homeowners, investors, and tenants across Leicester and surrounding areas.
Services
Residential Sales
Residential Lettings
Property Management
Student Accommodation
Mortgage Advice
Conveyancing Support
Energy Performance Certificates
Gas Safety Inspections
Property Valuations
Tenant Services
Served areas
- Leicester & Leicestershire
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- We have 15+ years of specialist experience in Leicestershire property markets
- Our dedicated team provides tailored property solutions with local expertise
- We offer comprehensive services covering sales, lettings, and property management
- We maintain transparent communication throughout the property transaction process
- We provide additional support with mortgage advice and legal compliance services
What people say
Excellent service
Efficient
Professional
Timely manner
Recommend
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales team specialises in marketing and selling Leicester properties through targeted strategies. We provide accurate valuations, professional photography, and comprehensive marketing campaigns. Our experienced negotiators ensure smooth transactions from initial viewings to completion, offering expert guidance throughout the selling process.
Residential Lettings
We connect landlords with quality tenants through rigorous referencing processes and strategic marketing. Our lettings service includes property inspections, tenancy agreements, and ongoing management support. We maintain compliance with all legal requirements while ensuring landlords achieve optimal rental returns in the Leicester market.
Property Management
Our comprehensive property management covers maintenance, rent collection, and tenant communication. We offer online portals for landlords to track income and expenses, while our team handles day-to-day operations. Regular property inspections and proactive maintenance ensure long-term investment protection for Leicester landlords.
Student Accommodation
We specialise in student housing solutions with properties near Leicester's educational institutions. Our service includes property compliance checks, joint liability agreements, and dedicated support for student tenants. We ensure properties meet all legal standards while providing convenient locations for university students.
Energy Performance Certificates
We arrange Energy Performance Certificates through accredited assessors to meet legal requirements for property sales and rentals. Our EPC service includes scheduling assessments, compliance guidance, and energy efficiency recommendations. Certificates are issued with clear ratings from A to G for prospective buyers and tenants.
People
Asim
Property Professional
With extensive experience in sales, lettings, and property management, Asim leads Keywest's operations. His expertise in legal compliance and market strategy ensures effective service delivery across residential transactions in Leicester.
Questions
What property services do you offer in Leicester?
We provide residential sales, lettings, property management, student accommodation, mortgage advice, conveyancing support, and legal compliance services including EPCs and gas safety certificates.
How can you help first-time landlords?
We offer complete property management solutions, tenant referencing, legal compliance guidance, and regular property inspections to ensure hassle-free rental experiences for new landlords in Leicester.
Do you cover areas outside Leicester city centre?
Yes, we serve Oadby, Wigston, Syston, Evington, Blaby, Groby, and Enderby with both sales and lettings services across Leicestershire.
What makes you different from other estate agents?
Our local market expertise, transparent communication, and comprehensive service offering including mortgage and legal partnership services set us apart as independent Leicester agents.
How do you determine property valuations?
We conduct detailed market analyses considering recent comparable sales, property condition, and current market trends to provide accurate, data-driven property valuations in Leicester.
Can you assist with urgent property sales?
Yes, we prioritise prompt marketing strategies and maintain an active buyer database to facilitate quick property sales while maintaining competitive pricing.
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Reviews (21)
Kunjal Odedra
Jun 17, 2022
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I was very happy with the service provided by Preena when I went for a viewing. She was very nice and professional. She let me take as much time I needed to look at the property and then explained everything clearly, in an very approachable and honest way. I think it was an outstanding service compared to other agents I've dealt with, who just basically let you in the house and know nothing about the property. Highly recommended!
Louise Weston
Jun 07, 2022
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I came to Key West after my previous letting agent had let my rental property get into a terrible state and had changed tenants without letting me know. Asim Iqbal has made the whole changeover process run seamlessly and has always been very helpful and prompt to respond to any query. I highly recommend Key West and Asim!
Sharon Noon
May 16, 2022
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I have recently appointed Key West to fully manage my property. From the outset when Asim came to the property his politeness and professionalism, expert knowledge, and guidance regarding my options was excellent. I look forward to and feel relieved that my property will be left in his capable hands going forward. Highly satisfied.
M. C.
May 13, 2022
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Highly recommend Keywest. Whenever I have dealt with any of the team they have always been knowledgeable, professional and friendly. One of the standout people has been Amy Petts who is always more than happy to help. Her knowledge and guidance in resolving a maintenance issue during a very busy December period was invaluable.
Friday Girl
May 10, 2022
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Our house moving journey has only just started, but so far we have nothing but praise for Asim at the Hinckley Road Leicester branch. He has been invaluable providing us with information other estate agents didn't, which ultimately made the decision for us to choose Keywest. I am happy to give an updated review when we are further along the process, but have every faith we will continue to be happy with Asim's service.
Claire Richardson
Mar 17, 2022
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Asim attended to value my property and was clearly very knowledgeable and had undertaken plenty of research to show me how he would arrive at a value. He was better prepared than the other estate agents that I had to value the house. He was professional, very polite and courteous to myself and the tenants in the property and a gave me lots of confidence in his abilities. Very happy customer. Thankyou
Rag Hulait
Mar 12, 2022
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I have used Keywest to manage my property for many years and always found them to offer an excellent service. They communicate any issues and keep me fully informed about my property. Recently I had an issue with some trees and gardening and Amy dealt with this very efficiently and was quick to respond to any questions. She kept me in the loop and ensured a successful outcome with little stress to me.
Ram Keshwala
Mar 07, 2022
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Preena was extremely friendly and helpful throughout the whole process. She was very approachable and showed me a house that was not on my list but could be potentially interested, which I ended up buying. She knew the area inside out and provided insights into what rent I could achieve in the area. I would highly recommend their service to other people and would not hesitate to liaise with them in the future if I need to sell or rent my property. Thanks.
Ncube Family
Feb 18, 2022
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Being a remote landlord I feel extremely lucky to have recently found this agency to manage my property. The branch as a whole have always been very helpful and friendly, in particular I must mention, Asim Iqbal. Asim has gone above and beyond in helping me to bring the property to the market in a timely manner, nothing has been too much trouble and his professionalism and knowledge of the market has been outstanding. I would not hesitate to recommend this company.
Martin Crighton
Feb 15, 2022
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Keywest have managed our rental properties for a number of years and always provided an excellent service. We recently experienced an issue with a tenant and Amy and the team were proactive in helping us try and resolve it.
Dawn Sharpe
Jan 04, 2022
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We have used Keywest as a letting agency for a number of years and they have found us a good reliable tennant. More recently however we put our house up for sale so we asked Keywest to manage this for us too. All the team were extremely helpful from the initial evaluation through to arranging viewings, managing the offers made and supporting us right through to the sale. In particular Preena has been fantastic. Preena was always on the ball with the process, arranging new viewings when prospect buyers were messing us around and generally being very helpful and proactive. We would definitely recommend Keywest for any landlords or if you are looking to sell your house in this area.
Georgina England
Dec 07, 2021
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Just sold my house through these guys. They are friendly, understanding and helpful. I think they got me a buyer within a week and a half, the first sale sign didn't even go up. I bought a house from them years ago and sold it rough them, I can't complain and I'll be using them again in future if I need to rent property or buy, or sell. They are a good agency who care that's the impression I got.
Sarah Sabir
Dec 07, 2021
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Overall, Keywest offer excellent service and in particular, Shannon from the lettings team has been incredibly helpful and knowledgeable during the whole lettings process. If I was to make a general suggestion for improvement, I would say that responses to emails could be improved.
Liam Screaton
Nov 16, 2021
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Shannon was a breath of fresh air, amazing support and understanding with a major decision on renting for me. The company are helpful and communication is great via phone & email. Thank you for your help, Would highly recommend
Mica Patel
Sep 30, 2021
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I recently bought my first residential property through Keywest Estate Agents and I couldn't recommend them more even if I tried. I'm so appreciative of Preena Kotecha's hard work, perseverance and professionalism during the process of the sale. She made the buying process smooth sailing for me. She's been great!
F. Rahman Miah
Sep 23, 2021
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I highly recommend Keywest estate agents for managing and selling properties. They are professional, always on hand to help, very responsive and provide an excellent service for landlords. I have been a client of theirs for 5 years now, never had any problems. Recently sold a property with the help of Preena, the whole process was hassle free and easy. Thank you
Paola Bethmage
Jul 22, 2021
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My husband and I have been the luckiest to have found a property through Keywest! We were going through a really tough time finding a nice place on the market. When we called Keywest, Bruce, Sara, Preena and Emma were all so lovely and supportive. They fully understood the situation I was in and helped me secure a lovely property in Leicester. They are so responsive and and extremely polite. Many thanks to them and I highly recommend anyone moving to Leicester to reach out to them.
Shiraaz Parwez
Jun 17, 2021
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Highly recommend to anyone wishing to purchase a house or have their property managed. Service and communication provided by all staff at the branches or in person at property viewings is excellent and are always responsive. Tony Poole who has shown me a few property viewings is brilliant. His customer service is brilliant, very professional, friendly and is always pleasant and charming (even on the phone). I look forward to using Keywest Lettings and Estate Agents Leicester services again in the future.
Emma Jenkins
Dec 17, 2020
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Rented with Keywest for a while now, recently had some issues that were resolved really quickly. They've been sensitive to the corona situation, fixing my issues as quick as they could given the current pandemic. Nothing but positive things to say about the team there
Rebecca Claire
Oct 15, 2020
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Amy Petts was been by far the most helpful person I've dealt with in the past 6 years that I've rented with key west. Made the deposit release much smoother and helped me out getting the photos and metre reads. Really appreciate all your help Amy!
Lina Perminaite
Jul 25, 2020
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Best experience from the beginning to the last minute of tenancy! Quick responses and polite staff members. Very helpful and understanding team. Thank you very much for everything! Definitely recommend.