Business Details
38 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in London
Established in 1988, Ashdown Marks is an independent real estate agency with deep expertise in residential sales, lettings, and property management. Our directors, Christopher Colville and Edward Simpson, bring decades of combined experience in the Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Kensington, and Belgravia markets. We prioritise client needs through accurate valuations, specialist knowledge of complex leaseholds, and a commitment to transparency.Our reputation for exceptional service is built on long-standing local relationships and a track record of successful transactions for developers and private clients. We combine traditional values with modern insights to deliver tailored solutions, ensuring every client receives dedicated attention and market-leading expertise.
Services
Residential Sales
Lettings
Property Management
Off Market
Free Valuations
Details
- Year established: 1988
Highlights and features
- We offer over 35 years of specialist experience in London's prime property markets.
- Our directors provide hands-on expertise in complex leasehold transactions and valuations.
- We maintain transparent processes with no hidden fees or surprises.
- Our local market knowledge ensures optimal pricing and swift property placements.
- We deliver bespoke service through direct owner involvement in every transaction.
Associations and certifications
- The Property Ombudsman
- Propertymark Client Money Protection Scheme
What people say
Fantastic experience
Highly recommend
Patient and knowledgeable
Efficient bespoke service
Successful result
Services
Residential Sales
We specialise in residential property sales across London's prime markets, offering accurate valuations and targeted marketing strategies. Our local expertise ensures swift transactions while maintaining transparency throughout the process. Clients benefit from our established network and hands-on director involvement.
Lettings
Our lettings service connects landlords with quality tenants through rigorous vetting processes and market-driven pricing. We prioritise long-term relationships and provide comprehensive support from property presentation to tenancy management, ensuring hassle-free experiences for both parties.
Property Management
We offer tailored property management solutions covering maintenance coordination, tenant communication, and financial reporting. Our proactive approach safeguards property value while minimising owner involvement, supported by dedicated staff and industry-leading compliance standards.
Off Market
Our discreet off-market service facilitates confidential property transactions through our extensive client network. This approach maintains privacy while achieving competitive pricing through targeted negotiations, ideal for high-value or sensitive real estate matters.
Free Valuations
We provide complimentary property valuations based on in-depth market analysis and comparable sales data. Our assessments consider current market conditions and property-specific factors to deliver realistic pricing guidance for informed decision-making.
People
Christopher Colville
Director
With over three decades in London's property market, Christopher combines strategic vision with hands-on expertise. He specialises in complex transactions and client relationship management, ensuring every instruction receives personal attention and market-leading results.
Edward Simpson
Director
Edward brings extensive experience in residential sales and lettings, focusing on client satisfaction through transparent communication. His market knowledge and negotiation skills have consistently delivered successful outcomes for landlords and buyers across prime London areas.
Questions
What areas do you specialise in?
We focus on prime London locations including Chelsea, Knightsbridge, Kensington, and Belgravia, offering deep local market expertise.
How do your valuation services work?
Our free valuations use comparable sales data and market analysis to provide realistic pricing guidance tailored to your property's unique characteristics.
What sets you apart from other agencies?
Our independent structure allows director-led service with personal accountability, combining traditional values with modern market insights for optimal results.
Do you handle off-market transactions?
Yes, we facilitate confidential off-market sales through our established network, maintaining privacy while achieving competitive outcomes for discerning clients.
How do you support landlords?
We offer comprehensive lettings and management services, including tenant vetting, property maintenance coordination, and regular financial reporting to maximise investment returns.
Are you regulated by industry bodies?
We are registered with The Property Ombudsman and Propertymark Client Money Protection Scheme, ensuring compliance with strict professional standards.
Reviews (7)
Prime Perspectives
Jan 08, 2022
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
Great independent agency to work with, highly professional! If you are looking to sell or let your property in Chelsea get in touch with them!
Great independent agency to work with, highly professional! If you are looking to sell or let your property in Chelsea get in touch with them!
Julian Lee
Nov 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
I have used Ashdown Marks to find two properties for me the past two years and they have come up with the goods both times. Highly recommended
I have used Ashdown Marks to find two properties for me the past two years and they have come up with the goods both times. Highly recommended
Jonathan Norrie
Oct 29, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Small firm but first class service. Very professional. I used this firm to secure a long term flat rental in SW3. Good to deal and guided us through the rental process effectively. Delighted with flat and service provided. All very fair and transparent. Would highly recommend.
Small firm but first class service. Very professional. I used this firm to secure a long term flat rental in SW3. Good to deal and guided us through the rental process effectively. Delighted with flat and service provided. All very fair and transparent. Would highly recommend.
Michael Bond
Oct 01, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
It took them two days to find the perfect tenants for my flat, and their management has been faultless. Seems they can fix any problem. Very professional, easy to deal with, great people. Highly recommend!
It took them two days to find the perfect tenants for my flat, and their management has been faultless. Seems they can fix any problem. Very professional, easy to deal with, great people. Highly recommend!
Marco Bonaiti
Sep 28, 2021
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Positive:Quality
Ashdown Marks agents stand out from the pack of other Real Estate companies. Very professional, responsive, clear and caring. Their objective is to find the perfect tenant for the each property and they do so understanding their landlords' needs in detail and going beyond the surface of what a tenant really wants. Oustanding
Ashdown Marks agents stand out from the pack of other Real Estate companies. Very professional, responsive, clear and caring. Their objective is to find the perfect tenant for the each property and they do so understanding their landlords' needs in detail and going beyond the surface of what a tenant really wants. Oustanding
Glen Senk
Sep 21, 2021
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Ashdown Marks is the top letting agency in London. Clem Byron Evans and his team listen and respond with urgency. Other agents wasted my time, showing me inappropriate property after property despite my feedback. Not Ashdownafter just a few viewings, they were able to suss out exactly what I wanted and Im now happily ensconced in my new flat. I cant recommend them highly enough.
Ah
Sep 14, 2021
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Excellent and very professional letting agency. Felt welcome and cared for from the first minute. A few teething issues with the new flat were fixed fantastically efficiently in week 1. No problems whatsoever - thanks a lot to Antonia and Clem!
