Benham and Reeves

Benham and Reeves, London estate agency since 1958

Benham and Reeves is an independent estate agency based in London, founded in the mid-1950s by two London property developers. The company presents itself as specialising in the sale and letting of residential properties in London, and also offers property management and property marketing services to landlords. Its activity focuses on the London residential market, with particular attention to rental investment.

Branch network in London and international presence

The company operates from 21 branches across London, allowing it to cover different areas of the British capital. It also has 11 international offices in China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Middle East, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand and Turkey, from where it serves investor clients resident in those markets. The company also has corporate services and dedicated desks for China and Japan.

Services for buyers and sellers

For those wishing to sell, the agency offers a property marketing service, with the option to request a free online valuation and contact the sales team. Buyers can search for properties by price range, number of bedrooms and area, and access buying guides, stamp duty, ROI and mortgage calculators, as well as listings of prime properties, waterside properties, new and off-market properties, and contract reassignments. The company also manages new-build developments in London, with examples such as Colindale Gardens, Eastman Village, Harrow Square, Hendon Waterside, High Street Quarter, Horlicks Quarter, Postmark, South Quay Plaza, West End Gate and White City Living.

Services for landlords and tenants

In the lettings field, Benham and Reeves offers property management, vacant management, furnishing and refurbishment services, and advice on the Renters' Rights Act. Landlords have resources such as yield calculators, guides on London property licences, fees and EPC guides. For tenants, the agency provides a lettings service with step-by-step guides, moving tips, short lets and resources on fees and rights. It also offers corporate services and property search for rental properties.

Investment and international services

The company presents itself with a particular specialism in property investment for landlords. For investors, it offers investment guides, leasing service, property management, furnishing and refurbishment, and yield calculators. International services include support for clients from China, Hong Kong SAR, India, Indonesia, Malaysia, the Middle East, Qatar, Singapore, Thailand and Turkey, with its own offices in those markets. It also organises events and webinars for investors and offers a tax return service.

New-build promotion in London

The agency markets a selection of new-build developments in the capital, with properties in areas such as Colindale, Harrow, West Hendon, Hounslow, Slough, Farringdon, Canary Wharf, Paddington and White City. These projects are presented as options with investment potential, and the company provides information about them through its website.