Business Details
Trusted Estate and Letting Agents in Croydon
Croydon Crest Property Services is a professional estate and letting agency serving Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, Bromley, Wandsworth, Southwark, Merton, Sutton, Tandridge, and Kingston upon Thames. Our experienced team combines extensive local knowledge with a commitment to compliance with evolving tenancy laws and government legislation. We prioritise attention to detail, offering tailored services for landlords seeking quality tenants and tenants searching for homes. Our approach balances traditional values with modern practices, ensuring properties are marketed effectively and managed professionally. We provide competitive fees, thorough tenant referencing, and comprehensive support for property sales, rentals, and management. Our dedication to transparency, client education, and regulatory compliance ensures a trustworthy and reliable service for all clients.
Services
Property Management
Letting Services
Sales
Tenant Referencing
Energy Performance Certificates
Highlights and features
- We offer competitive fees and flexible service packages for landlords.
- Our team provides in-depth local market knowledge and professional property management.
- We ensure compliance with all UK tenancy laws and safety regulations.
- We deliver thorough tenant referencing and credit checks for secure rentals.
- We hold memberships with leading industry bodies like UKALA and the Property Redress Scheme.
Associations and certifications
- Property Redress Scheme
- Client Money Protection
- UK Association of Letting Agents (UKALA)
Services
Property Management
Our full management service includes property marketing, tenant vetting, periodic inspections, and rent collection. We handle maintenance coordination and ensure compliance with legal requirements. Landlords benefit from automatic rental payments and expert support throughout the tenancy.
Letting Services
We market properties, conduct viewings, and prepare tenancy agreements. Our letting-only service includes tenant referencing and credit checks. Landlords receive the first month's rent and deposit, with ongoing management handled directly.
Sales
We provide market valuations, property preparation advice, and comprehensive marketing strategies. Our sales process includes EPC coordination, offer negotiation, and liaison with solicitors to ensure smooth transactions from valuation to completion.
Tenant Referencing
We conduct credit checks, employment verification, and anti-money laundering assessments. Our referencing process includes previous landlord references and right-to-rent checks to ensure reliable tenant placements.
Energy Performance Certificates
We arrange EPC inspections for rental and sale properties. Certificates assess energy efficiency and provide improvement recommendations. Required by law, EPCs are valid for 10 years and must be provided to prospective tenants or buyers.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate in Croydon, Lambeth, Lewisham, Bromley, Wandsworth, Southwark, Merton, Sutton, Tandridge, and Kingston upon Thames.
What fees do you charge landlords?
Our fees include a letting fee equivalent to one month's rent and 10% management commission. Inventory preparation costs £25 per room.
Are you members of professional bodies?
Yes, we are members of UKALA, the Property Redress Scheme, and hold Client Money Protection.
How do you vet tenants?
We conduct credit checks, employment verification, right-to-rent checks, and previous landlord references.
Do you handle property compliance checks?
Yes, we ensure gas safety certificates, electrical inspections, and EPC requirements are met for all managed properties.
What services are included in full management?
Full management covers marketing, tenant vetting, periodic inspections, rent collection, and maintenance coordination during the tenancy.
Reviews (3)
Ed Chang
Jul 09, 2022
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Had a fantastic experience from this agency (Ola) both from the landlord and tenant side. I noticed Ola treats her tenants very professionally and gives valueable advice to all. I will always use this agency and will recommend highly to all compared to other agencies I have used in the past.
Mohammed
Aug 10, 2020
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Excellent personal deepknowlge family type quick cheap easily communication avaible most of the time nice to tenant respect the landlord requests keeping good records nicely furnished office well connected to information offices and government sections
Gareth
Aug 10, 2020
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I have found the service as a whole very reliable and all members of staff to be friendly and approachable.