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Trusted Letting and Property Management in Oxford
Chesterton Yeates is an independent letting and property management agency serving Oxford and surrounding areas. With over 20 years of combined experience in the lettings industry, we specialise in residential lettings and provide a professional, personalised service to both landlords and tenants. As members of ARLA, we ensure full compliance with all relevant legislation and maintain the highest standards of client money protection. Our services include property management, rental valuations, tenant find, project management, and refurbishment, tailored to meet individual client needs. We pride ourselves on our in-depth local knowledge of Oxfordshire and our ability to deliver stress-free solutions for property owners. Our team of experienced professionals, including co-founders Victoria Chesterton and Lily Yeates, provides expert advice on investment properties, renovations, and maximising rental yields.We offer free rental valuations and maintain transparency in all our fee structures, which include marketing, let-only, rent collection, and full management services. Our commitment to quality is demonstrated through regular property inspections, emergency call-out services, and partnerships with trusted contractors. We utilise modern technology for property marketing across multiple platforms, including Rightmove and social media, while maintaining a hands-on approach to tenant relations and deposit management. Our goal is to provide first-class service that builds long-term relationships with clients through reliability, expertise, and exceptional local market knowledge.
Services
Property Management
Rental Valuations
Tenant Find
Project Management
Refurbishment Services
Rent Collection
Marketing Services
Inventory Services
Safety Certificates
Lease Renewals
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years combined experience in the lettings industry
- Our team are members of the Association of Residential Letting Agents (ARLA)
- We provide free expert rental valuations with local market knowledge
- Our project management service handles complete property refurbishments
- We offer flexible service options from tenant find to full management
Associations and certifications
- ARLA
What people say
Fantastic service
Excellent tenant
Professional approach
Knowledgeable team
Reliable management
Services
Full Property Management
Our comprehensive property management service covers every aspect of letting, from tenant relations to maintenance. We conduct regular property inspections, handle rent collection, and provide monthly statements. Our emergency call-out service ensures prompt resolution of urgent issues, while our hands-on approach maintains property standards throughout tenancies. This popular service saves landlords time and reduces the risk of costly repairs through proactive management.
Rental Valuations
We offer free expert rental valuations based on extensive local market knowledge. Our assessment considers current market conditions, property features, and comparable listings to determine optimal rental pricing. This service helps landlords maximise returns while ensuring properties remain competitive. Valuations are conducted by experienced professionals who understand Oxfordshire's property dynamics and investment potential.
Tenant Find
Our tenant find service matches properties with suitable tenants through rigorous referencing and credit checks. We market properties across multiple platforms, conduct viewings, and prepare comprehensive tenancy agreements. The service includes deposit protection registration and ensures compliance with all legal requirements. This solution provides landlords with reliable tenants while minimising void periods through targeted marketing strategies.
Project Management
We manage complete property refurbishments from initial planning to final execution. Our service includes coordinating trusted contractors, overseeing renovations, and ensuring timely completion. This bespoke service helps maximise rental potential through strategic improvements. We provide regular progress updates and maintain quality control throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring properties achieve premium letting standards.
Rent Collection
Our rent collection service includes monthly payment processing and financial reporting. We handle utility notifications, deposit management, and timely rent transfers to landlords. This service operates alongside our let-only option, providing structured financial management while allowing landlords to maintain property oversight. Regular statements ensure complete transparency in all financial transactions.
People
Victoria Chesterton
Partner
Victoria Chesterton is a lettings professional with over 15 years' experience in Oxford's property market. She provides expert valuations and negotiation services while ensuring compliance with lettings legislation. As a landlord herself, she understands property investment challenges and guides clients through the letting process with expertise and care.
Lily Yeates
Partner
Lily Yeates brings extensive Oxford property experience to Chesterton Yeates. She specialises in maximising rental yields and minimising void periods through strategic property advice. With expertise in refurbishment project management, she helps clients enhance property value and rental potential while maintaining high standards of service delivery.
Questions
What property management services do you offer?
We provide full property management including rent collection, tenant relations, maintenance coordination, and emergency call-outs. Our service includes regular property inspections and comprehensive financial reporting.
How do your rental valuation services work?
Our free rental valuations use local market expertise to determine optimal pricing. We assess property features, current market conditions, and comparable listings to maximise rental returns while maintaining competitiveness.
Which areas do you cover?
We primarily operate in Oxford and surrounding Oxfordshire areas, including Cowley, Cumnor Hill, East Oxford, and Blackbird Leys, with extensive local knowledge of the regional property market.
Do you offer emergency maintenance services?
Yes, we provide emergency call-out services for urgent property issues. Our clients benefit from prompt response times and partnerships with trusted contractors for immediate resolution.
What fees do you charge?
Our fees range from 8-10% for management services, with let-only options starting at £500. Detailed pricing for specific services like inventories, safety certificates, and project management is available on request.
How do you find suitable tenants?
We conduct thorough referencing and credit checks, verify employment and landlord references, and match tenants to properties based on compatibility factors to ensure successful, long-term tenancies.
Reviews (4)
Gudnes Elim
Oct 30, 2021
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Renting with Chesterton Yeates is the best experience I have had in the UK. As a first timer, I was given all the support I needed, whenever I called for something that felt uncomfortable, they were always ready and prompt in fixing the issue. I feel terrible that I had to leave. I wish I could afford it, I will stay in the room while I still rent with my partner . Thank you Lily and Victoria, you are highly appreciated. Love from Goodness
Eoin O'Keeffe
Jan 16, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I had a great experience letting with Chesterton Yeates. They were very attentive and responsive to all my queries, and facilitated my move, allowing for a smooth process. Overall, it has been my most pleasant letting experiences to-date.
I had a great experience letting with Chesterton Yeates. They were very attentive and responsive to all my queries, and facilitated my move, allowing for a smooth process. Overall, it has been my most pleasant letting experiences to-date.
Emily Winch
Dec 12, 2020
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Professional and friendly service - would strongly recommend. They found us a brilliant tenant within a few days of puting property on market to let. Gave lots of helpful advice too.
Frank Trier
Nov 02, 2020
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I always speak to a human that understands the situations I am in when renting a home. This is the nicest group of adults I have been fortunate enough to come across. Every worry and question is taken seriously and handled quickly.
