EXLA London is an estate agency that specialises in selling, letting and managing ex-local authority properties.
With the average property price in London around £500,000, the smart money is investing in ex-local authority properties as they continue to rise in popularity. Not only because they offer the best value per square foot, but because ex-locals were not built for profit like new-build apartments, therefore you get a better build quality, solid brick walls, larger rooms, more storage and separate kitchens. As a buy to let investment, the lower price entry point, increasing demand from tenants and higher than average rental yields make them the right option for a proficient investor.
PASSION
We love ex locals because we know first-hand how beneficial they can be. This insight drove us to set up London’s only estate agency to specialise exclusively in selling, letting and managing ex-local authority properties.
PROFICIENCY
Buying and selling ex-council properties isn’t always straight forward, but our unrivalled experience will help avoid the potential obstacles, and our buyer and investor network will get your property in front of the right audience.
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PRIORITY
We aren’t interested in warehouse conversions, or penthouse apartments, you can be sure that selling your ex-council property is our top priority! How many other agents can say that?
We are located in Central London, cover the entire Capital, and have years of experience in selling all types of ex-local authority properties, from regular low-rise buildings in sought after locations, to high-rise or unmortgageable properties that require a bit more expertise.
We would love to hear from you if you would like to find out more about the benefits of buying an ex-local authority property, or if you’re a seasoned investor or hedge fund looking for guaranteed, high-yield returns from day one.
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EXLA London Featured Properties
Bowling Green Street, SE11, 2 Beds – £390,000
A fantastic two double bedroom, top floor apartment, residing in a low-rise building just moments from Oval cricket ground and opposite Kennington Park, with three stations close by offering a plethora of travel options.
Gateway, SE17, 3 Beds – OIEO £350,000 – UNDER OFFER
Just a short walk from Kennington and Elephant & Castle, this newly refurbished three double bedroom maisonette offers a great opportunity for investors. Newly refurbished and ready for move-in, offered to the market chain-free.
Lucey Way, SE16, 3 Beds – OIEO £375,000 – UNDER OFFER
Moments from Bermondsey underground, this newly refurbished three bedroom maisonette has two receptions, private garden and a large, private, south-facing terrace. Offered to the market chain-free; an ideal investment opportunity.
Cosser Street, SE1, 1 Bed – £1300pcm
A spacious one-double bedroom, ground floor garden flat located just moments from the underground, with the South Bank, London Bridge and Bankside all in easy walking distance. Offered on a short-let basis, fully furnished. Bills not included.
Cosser Street, SE1, 1 Bed – £375,000
Located moments from Lambeth North Station and lively Waterloo, this spacious one bedroom, ground floor apartment enjoys wooden flooring, a private garden and a separate fitted kitchen.
Daubeney Road, E5, 3 Beds – OIEO £400,000
Offering fantastic potential to add value, this three bedroom, split-level maisonette is in need of full refurbishment. With a private balcony. Residing in a low-rise, brick-built block in the heart of Clapton, E5.
Orsett Street, SE11, 1 Bed – £350,000
A spacious one double bedroom apartment residing in a sought-after location just a short walk from Vauxhall. With dual-aspect reception and a large, separate galley kitchen. An ideal first-time-purchase.
Brixton Road, SW9, 2 Beds – £425,000
In fantastic condition throughout, this two bedroom apartment is located on Brixton Road, just a short walk from Brixton, Oval & Stockwell stations. Featuring private, gated parking. An ideal first-time purchase or investment.
Hillery Close, SE17, 2 Beds – £349,995 – SOLD STC
A well-sized two-double bedroom apartment residing on the top floor of a two-storey building just a short walk from Elephant & Castle and the amenities of Old Kent Road. An ideal investment or first-time-purchase.
Lindley Street, E1, 1 Bed – £275,000
An ideal, chain-free, investment opportunity, this one bedroom apartment is ideally located for the upcoming Crossrail links from Whitechapel, as well as underground and night bus services into the city.
Brabazon Street, E14, 2 Beds – £315,000
A sixth-floor, two double bedroom apartment suitable only for cash buyers, offering a fantastic rental yield with easy access to Langdon Park DLR.
Hathaway House, Hoxton, N1, 3 beds – £425,000
We are delighted to have for sale this 3 bedroom ground floor flat in a fantastic location just 5 minutes walk from Hoxton Square, Hoxton Street Market, Shoreditch Park and for transport, Hoxton Overground is 5 minutes away and Old Street Tube (Northern Line) is just a 10 minutes walk.
The property is situated on the ground floor and comprises entrance hallway with separate family bathroom, separate W/C, master bedroom with built in wardrobes and two windows overlooking communal gardens, bedroom 2 a good sized double with built in wardrobes and bedroom 3 is a good sized double also with built in wardrobes, the living room is spacious and bright and overlooks the communal gardens and leads on to the separate kitchen.
EXLA London are estate agents specialising exclusively in the sale of ex local authority properties in London.
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What our customers say
Amazing
Chris is always there if you need him. I highly recommend to everyone that you will be not only dealing with the best agency in London but also best person . Currently renting the place with few friends and we are happy that we found Chris.
Kennington
Chris and his team offer a very down to earth and honest approach which frankly puts them way ahead. Very happy with the service they provide me as a landlord so very happy to recommend them, Dan Mullins
Old Street
I was with an online agent and hadn’t managed to get any offers or any advice really on what I needed to do. I heard about EXLA London and that they specialise in ex local authority properties so decided to give them a try. They were very proactive and called me regularly to let me know what they were doing and what was going on. They got me an offer that I was happy to accept and we completed on the sale just before Christmas. Thanks for your help with my property, it’s nice to know there’s an agent out there who priorities council properties.
London Bridge
Chris is incredibly quick and responsive when addressing any issues within the flat. He’s very reasonable in pricing and as helpful as they come. Thanks Chris.
Elephant & Castle
We had been on the market with a local estate agent for a few months with no results and no advise or contact really, we felt like we had been forgotten. I received a letter from EXLA London and agreed to let them market my property. We received an offer from an investor and we have just moved into our new home. EXLA London really do have the right buyers for council properties, they worked so hard for us and we probably wouldn’t have sold without their knowledge and expertise.
Kennington
Currently renting with them, they provide a quality service. When we moved in, our sink was blocked as my flatmate dropped a piece of make up in it. Next day, EXLA provided a plumber and it was all fixed. Highly recommended!
Mudchute
Chris was very accommodating in writing up and agreeing the contract regarding dates and moving in and out. Flat I lived in was nice and am happy with the service overall.
Elephant & Castle
“As a search agent I work with hundreds of estate agents and I would highly recommend Chris Dugard from EXLA. He is the one of the best agents I have worked with. He showed me properties in various areas while I was looking for a client who wanted to purchase an apartment for his daughter who needed easy access to Shoreditch. I’d viewed all over South London looking near tube stations or easy bus routes but then Chris came up with a property that was just perfect, within budget and walkable to Shoreditch.
He runs an Independent Agency with first class service and has helped make the whole purchase process stress free from beginning to end.”
Greengrass Property Ltd
“EXLA London provided an excellent customer service from start to finish of the sale process. They were professional, approachable, friendly and positive and made the selling process feel calm and run smoothly. Communication was simple and efficient and often outside normal office hours.
I would recommend Chris and EXLA to anyone wishing to sell their home. They clearly have a depth of knowledge and understanding of the ex-Local Authority property market.”
Elephant & Castle, London
We had tried to sell our property for the last couple of years but EXLA were the agent that actually sold it for us and their fees were also very competitive. They helped all the way through from start to finish, especially with some difficult negotiations that kept the sale together.
Stockwell, London