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
Wilmount Street, SE18, 2 Beds – £225,000
Suitable for cash buyers only, this spacious two double bedroom property is in fantastic condition throughout and is just a short walk from Woolwich Arsenal (National Rail & DLR). With a 120 year lease, low service charges and an excellent yield.
Woolstaplers Way, SE16, 1 Bed – £275,000
Moments from Bermondsey station, this stunning one bedroom apartment features a patio garden and resides in a low-rise, brick-built block. Offered chain-free and in excellent condition throughout. An ideal first-time-purchase.
Smart Street, E2, 3 Beds – £450,000
Ideally located for Bethnal Green and Victoria Park, this spacious three bedroom apartment resides on the fourth floor of a low-rise, brick-built block. In excellent condition throughout and offered chain-free. An ideal investment or residential purchase.
Pelican Estate, SE15, 2 Beds – £350,000
With stunning views of the entire London skyline, this spacious two double bedroom maisonette resides on the top two floors of a well-maintained block in sought-after Peckham. Flooded in natural light, with two shared balconies and spacious throughout.
Westlake, SE16, 1 Bed – £269,995 – UNDER OFFER
A well presented one double bedroom apartment with separate fitted kitchen and large storage room, ideally located close to Canada Water and Surrey Quays stations. Offered chain-free, an ideal first time purchase or investment.
Sharratt Street, SE15, 2 Beds – £325,000
A spacious two double bedroom maisonette with a separate eat-in kitchen and large utility room, located in a low-rise, brick-built block close to South Bermondsey and New Cross. With lots of potential, ideal for an investor or ambitious first-time-buyer.
Tindal Street, SW9, 1 Bed – £350,000
With its own private entrance, patio garden and sun terrace, this one bedroom bungalow resides in a quiet, residential location close to Oval station and Myatt's Fields Park. With low service charges, long lease and offered chain-free.
Binfield Road, SW4, 3 Beds – £385,000
Just a moment's walk from Stockwell Station, this spacious three double bedroom apartment resides on the top floor of a seven storey, brick-built block and has a private balcony. In excellent condition throughout and with fantastic transport options.
Peckham Road, SE5, 2 Beds – £350,000 – UNDER OFFER
A beautifully presented and spacious, 1st floor, two double bedroom corner apartment with dual aspect and a private balcony, conveniently located between Camberwell Green and Peckham.
White Hart Street, SE11, 1 Bed – £375000 – UNDER OFFER
Residing on a quiet, no-through road just moments from Kennington Underground station, this stunning one double bedroom apartment has been lovingly refurbished, enjoying a private entrance and is offered chain-free.
St. Peter’s Street, N1, 3 Beds – £525,000
Ideally located just a short walk from Angel station and moments from the Regent's Canal, this newly refurbished three bedroom maisonette is offered to the market chain-free and resides in a charming low-rise, brick-built block.
Nunhead Lane, SE15, 2 Beds – £350,000
Residing in a low-rise block opposite Peckham Rye, this two double bedroom, second floor apartment has a private balcony and located on the second floor. With plenty of opportunity to add value, a long lease and low service charge, an ideal first-time purchase or investment.
Wilmount Street, SE18, 2 Beds – £225,000
Suitable for cash buyers only, this spacious two double bedroom property is in fantastic condition throughout and is just a short walk from Woolwich Arsenal (National Rail & DLR). With a 120 year lease, low service charges and an excellent yield.
Woolstaplers Way, SE16, 1 Bed – £275,000
Moments from Bermondsey station, this stunning one bedroom apartment features a patio garden and resides in a low-rise, brick-built block. Offered chain-free and in excellent condition throughout. An ideal first-time-purchase.
Smart Street, E2, 3 Beds – £450,000
Ideally located for Bethnal Green and Victoria Park, this spacious three bedroom apartment resides on the fourth floor of a low-rise, brick-built block. In excellent condition throughout and offered chain-free. An ideal investment or residential purchase.
Pelican Estate, SE15, 2 Beds – £350,000
With stunning views of the entire London skyline, this spacious two double bedroom maisonette resides on the top two floors of a well-maintained block in sought-after Peckham. Flooded in natural light, with two shared balconies and spacious throughout.
Westlake, SE16, 1 Bed – £269,995 – UNDER OFFER
A well presented one double bedroom apartment with separate fitted kitchen and large storage room, ideally located close to Canada Water and Surrey Quays stations. Offered chain-free, an ideal first time purchase or investment.
Sharratt Street, SE15, 2 Beds – £325,000
A spacious two double bedroom maisonette with a separate eat-in kitchen and large utility room, located in a low-rise, brick-built block close to South Bermondsey and New Cross. With lots of potential, ideal for an investor or ambitious first-time-buyer.
Tindal Street, SW9, 1 Bed – £350,000
With its own private entrance, patio garden and sun terrace, this one bedroom bungalow resides in a quiet, residential location close to Oval station and Myatt's Fields Park. With low service charges, long lease and offered chain-free.
Binfield Road, SW4, 3 Beds – £385,000
Just a moment's walk from Stockwell Station, this spacious three double bedroom apartment resides on the top floor of a seven storey, brick-built block and has a private balcony. In excellent condition throughout and with fantastic transport options.
Peckham Road, SE5, 2 Beds – £350,000 – UNDER OFFER
A beautifully presented and spacious, 1st floor, two double bedroom corner apartment with dual aspect and a private balcony, conveniently located between Camberwell Green and Peckham.
White Hart Street, SE11, 1 Bed – £375000 – UNDER OFFER
Residing on a quiet, no-through road just moments from Kennington Underground station, this stunning one double bedroom apartment has been lovingly refurbished, enjoying a private entrance and is offered chain-free.
St. Peter’s Street, N1, 3 Beds – £525,000
Ideally located just a short walk from Angel station and moments from the Regent's Canal, this newly refurbished three bedroom maisonette is offered to the market chain-free and resides in a charming low-rise, brick-built block.
Nunhead Lane, SE15, 2 Beds – £350,000
Residing in a low-rise block opposite Peckham Rye, this two double bedroom, second floor apartment has a private balcony and located on the second floor. With plenty of opportunity to add value, a long lease and low service charge, an ideal first-time purchase or investment.
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What our customers say
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
“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.”
I currently rent a 3 bedroom flat through EXLA in Elephant and Castle . Chris is one of the kindest agent I ever met in my 20 Years living in London .
I can only say that he takes care of the property’s and his tenants. If there is any problem at the flat or any issues don’t worry they are fixing for you on the same day or next day.
Once you rent through EXLA you stay with them for long time.
Thank you Chris
Elephant & Castle
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
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 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
“EXLA London were excellent, I had my flat on a multi agent contract with a few big name agents but had nothing happen for months, Chris then came on board and they sold it within four weeks of signing with them. They helped me all through the sale contacting the solicitors and making sure I was informed at all stages of the purchase. I would recommend to any buyers or sellers of X council properties to sign up with EXLA. Excellent service!”
Brixton, London
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
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
Very good experience, paperwork was quick and easy, and the place was as described and really relaxed.
Streatham