Our understanding of these types of properties makes us the best placed agent in the market to sell or rent your EX-LA property
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 unrivaled experience will help avoid the potential obstacles, and our buyer and investor network will get your property in front of the right audience.

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
Strasburg Road, SW11, 2 Beds – £350,000
*CASH BUYERS ONLY* Bright and airy top floor flat, benefitting from two large bedrooms, ample entertaining space, stunning views across London and a free parking permit. Moments from beautiful Battersea Park and plenty of transport links. Chain-Free.
Latona Road, SE15, 2 Beds – £340,000
In fantastic condition throughout, this spacious two double bedroom maisonette features a private entrance, large rear garden, and is offered to the market chain-free. An ideal opportunity for first-time-buyers or investors.
John Ruskin Street, SE5, 3 Beds – £385,000
Ideally located for Oval Station and adjacent to Kennington Park, this three bedroom split-level maisonette with a private balcony is in great condition throughout and is an ideal opportunity for families, first time buyers and investors.
Old Kent Road, SE1, 2 Beds – £325,000
Located on popular Old Kent Road, in a low-rise building opposite the entrance to Burgess Park, this spacious two bedroom apartment has a private balcony offers fantastic access to the city and has numerous shops and supermarkets on the doorstep.
Sceaux Gardens, SE5, 3 Beds – £325,000
A spacious and light three double bedroom maisonette, ideally located between Camberwell Green and Peckham. Refurbished throughout and offered chain-free, with easy transport links from Peckham Rye overground.
Wyndham Estate, SE5, 3 Beds – £340,000
A newly refurbished three double bedroom, second floor apartment located in a low-rise, brick-built block, with a private balcony. Walking distance to Kennington and Burgess Parks, Oval Station and offered chain-free, with off-street parking available.
Hampson Way, SW8, 2 Beds – £300,000
This 2 bedroom flat is situated on the 11th floor of a well kept building with concierge, boasting great views toward Canary Wharf and Crystal Palace and is located just a short walk from Stockwell tube station (Northern & Victoria Line)
Arden Estate, N1, 3 Beds – £475,000
Located just moments from Hoxton Street, Hoxton Square, Old Street and popular Shoreditch, this spacious three bedroom maisonette has a private entrance, rear garden and has been recently refurbished throughout. Offered chain-free.
Sedgmoor Place, SE5, 3 Beds, – £375,000 – UNDER OFFER
A fantastic three double bedroom, split-level maisonette with a private terrace, in great condition throughout. Offered to the market chain-free.
Rotherhithe Old Road, SE16, 4 Beds – £425,000 – UNDER OFFER
Located just moments from Surrey Quays station, this spacious four bedroom, split-level maisonette has a private garden and is offered chain-free.
Bath Terrace, SE1, 3 Beds – £450,000
Ideally located close to London Bridge, this spacious three double bedroom property has a separate laundry room and resides on the top floor of a low-rise, brick-built block in a sought-after location. Offered chain-free.
Millender Walk, SE16, 4 Beds – £400,000 – UNDER OFFER
This 4 bedroom split level maisonette is ideal for a growing family or buy to let investor. The property is located just 0.4 miles from Surrey Quays tube station/Surrey Quays shopping centre and is on the doorstep of Southwark Park.
Strasburg Road, SW11, 2 Beds – £350,000
*CASH BUYERS ONLY* Bright and airy top floor flat, benefitting from two large bedrooms, ample entertaining space, stunning views across London and a free parking permit. Moments from beautiful Battersea Park and plenty of transport links. Chain-Free.
Latona Road, SE15, 2 Beds – £340,000
In fantastic condition throughout, this spacious two double bedroom maisonette features a private entrance, large rear garden, and is offered to the market chain-free. An ideal opportunity for first-time-buyers or investors.
John Ruskin Street, SE5, 3 Beds – £385,000
Ideally located for Oval Station and adjacent to Kennington Park, this three bedroom split-level maisonette with a private balcony is in great condition throughout and is an ideal opportunity for families, first time buyers and investors.
Old Kent Road, SE1, 2 Beds – £325,000
Located on popular Old Kent Road, in a low-rise building opposite the entrance to Burgess Park, this spacious two bedroom apartment has a private balcony offers fantastic access to the city and has numerous shops and supermarkets on the doorstep.
Sceaux Gardens, SE5, 3 Beds – £325,000
A spacious and light three double bedroom maisonette, ideally located between Camberwell Green and Peckham. Refurbished throughout and offered chain-free, with easy transport links from Peckham Rye overground.
Wyndham Estate, SE5, 3 Beds – £340,000
A newly refurbished three double bedroom, second floor apartment located in a low-rise, brick-built block, with a private balcony. Walking distance to Kennington and Burgess Parks, Oval Station and offered chain-free, with off-street parking available.
Hampson Way, SW8, 2 Beds – £300,000
This 2 bedroom flat is situated on the 11th floor of a well kept building with concierge, boasting great views toward Canary Wharf and Crystal Palace and is located just a short walk from Stockwell tube station (Northern & Victoria Line)
Arden Estate, N1, 3 Beds – £475,000
Located just moments from Hoxton Street, Hoxton Square, Old Street and popular Shoreditch, this spacious three bedroom maisonette has a private entrance, rear garden and has been recently refurbished throughout. Offered chain-free.
Sedgmoor Place, SE5, 3 Beds, – £375,000 – UNDER OFFER
A fantastic three double bedroom, split-level maisonette with a private terrace, in great condition throughout. Offered to the market chain-free.
Rotherhithe Old Road, SE16, 4 Beds – £425,000 – UNDER OFFER
Located just moments from Surrey Quays station, this spacious four bedroom, split-level maisonette has a private garden and is offered chain-free.
Bath Terrace, SE1, 3 Beds – £450,000
Ideally located close to London Bridge, this spacious three double bedroom property has a separate laundry room and resides on the top floor of a low-rise, brick-built block in a sought-after location. Offered chain-free.
Millender Walk, SE16, 4 Beds – £400,000 – UNDER OFFER
This 4 bedroom split level maisonette is ideal for a growing family or buy to let investor. The property is located just 0.4 miles from Surrey Quays tube station/Surrey Quays shopping centre and is on the doorstep of Southwark Park.
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What our customers say
EXLA London have rented my property from me and looked after it since October 2017. The rent has been paid in full and on time every month without fail. I am also trying to sell the property at the same time and EXLA London have been very helpful arranging viewings with the tenants. I have also been to the property with the agent selling my property and it has always looked clean and well kept. I am very impressed with their service and would happily and confidently recommend EXLA London to anyone wanting to rent their property.
Streatham
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
“I recently sold my property with EXLA London and honestly, I couldn’t have been happier with the service provided by Ben and Chris. From my first meeting with Chris, I knew he was genuine and passionate about the properties they sell. Chris is brilliant at getting the best price from the buyers and Ben’s relentless commitment to progressing the sale was really impressive.
Because of time lost due to the covid 19 closure of the housing market for three months, I jointly listed my flat with the local high street agent, Reeds Rain. Despite finding me a buyer, it became clear that Reeds Rains lacked the drive to progress the sale and after weeks of inactivity, I reverted back to sole agency with EXLA, who re-listed it and found me a buyer within days. Ben’s creative problem-solving in a market beset by Covid related holdups and backlogs was admirable and he saw the sale through to completion in an impressive time frame despite a lack of urgency from solicitors. Clear lines of communication were always kept open and they were always on the end of the phone when I had a question.
It was an absolute pleasure to do business with EXLA London and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them as selling agents. Thanks again guys.”
From the very start, compared to the other estate agents I met, EXLA London and Christian Dugard displayed genuine enthusiasm for helping me to sell my flat – and of the 3 valuations I sought from 3 different types of agents, EXLA London’s was the most realistic and fair – yet not the lowest! As matters progressed and hurdles appeared, where other agents would undoubtedly have cared less and may even have thrown in the towel, EXLA London’s enthusiasm turned into determination and they went out of their way to help me to reach completion. Ex-Local Authority property is not always an easy-sell and many estate agents don’t care less about them. So when trying to sell this type of property, having faith in an estate agent is difficult, but this being EXLA London’s sole purpose, along with that personal touch and the extra pushes they give, gave me faith in them right from the outset and I’m really pleased that I chose EXLA London and recommend them wholeheartedly.
Kennington
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
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
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
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
“Thank you EXLA London, we had been with another estate agent and nothing had happened for over 6 months. We found EXLA and their expertise with ex-council properties was evident from the start , getting us viewings and then offers almost immediately. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend EXLA London to anyone who wants to sell an ex-council property.”
Vauxhall, London
We had been on the market with a we’ll known local agent who despite almost 40 viewings hadn’t found us a buyer. We decided to give EXLA London a try and within a couple of weeks we had agreed a sale and are now moving into our new home. They showed far less people but had the right type of buyers for this type of property. The fact they specialise in ex-council properties really makes a difference! There was great communication throughout the sales process (which I really appreciate!) and nothing was too much trouble for them, they really did go the extra mile. Thanks again EXLA, great job.
Vauxhall, London