Business Details
16 Years
experience
Your Trusted Real Estate Partner in Chelmsford & Danbury
Established in 2010, Bond Residential has built a reputation as a leading independent estate agency serving Chelmsford, Danbury, and surrounding areas. Our approach combines traditional values with modern strategies to deliver exceptional property services. With a team of experienced professionals, we prioritise client needs through personalised support and transparent communication. Our expertise spans residential sales, lettings, and relocation services, supported by innovative marketing and a deep understanding of local property markets. Recognised for excellence, we maintain accreditations including CMP Certification and membership in The Property Ombudsman Scheme.Our 6-Step Marketing Programme ensures properties receive maximum exposure, while our relocation network connects clients across the UK. Committed to continuous improvement, we offer digital legal packs and tailored tenant management solutions. The leadership team brings decades of combined experience from multi-branch operations across Essex and beyond. Proudly rooted in the local community, we serve both buyers and sellers with integrity and market insight. Our dedication to client satisfaction is reflected in numerous recommendations and successful property transactions year after year.
Services
Property Sales
Lettings
Tenant Fees
Relocation
Digital Legal Packs
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We offer 15+ years' combined experience from our senior team in Essex property markets
- Our exclusive relocation network connects clients with 500+ UK estate agents
- Digital legal packs streamline transactions with modern efficiency
- We provide tailored tenant management services with rigorous referencing processes
- CMP-certified for financial protection and professional standards
Associations and certifications
- Propertymark Client Money Protection
- The Property Ombudsman Scheme
Services
Property Sales
Our property sales service combines expert valuations with targeted marketing strategies to maximise returns. The 6-Step Marketing Programme ensures comprehensive exposure through digital platforms and relocation networks. With local market knowledge and professional photography, we attract qualified buyers while maintaining transparent communication throughout the transaction process.
Lettings
The lettings service connects landlords with thoroughly referenced tenants using rigorous screening processes. We provide tailored tenancy agreements and full property management options. Our local expertise ensures competitive rental pricing and compliance with current legislation, including tenant fee regulations and deposit protection schemes.
Relocation
Our relocation service offers nationwide property connections through a network of 500+ estate agents. We facilitate seamless moves by coordinating with partner agencies in destination areas, providing market insights and property shortlists. This UK-wide network covers London and extends across England, Scotland, and Wales for comprehensive relocation support.
Digital Legal Packs
Digital legal packs streamline property transactions with accessible online documentation. This service includes essential paperwork for sales and lettings, ensuring compliance with current regulations. By digitising processes, we improve efficiency while maintaining document security and accessibility for clients and professionals.
Tenant Fees
Our tenant fees structure complies with The Tenant Fee Act 2019, offering transparent pricing for holding deposits and administrative services. We clearly communicate all charges including rent arrears fees, agreement amendments, and early termination costs. The service includes detailed explanations of deposit protection and client money safeguards.
People
Steve Wiggins
Director
With 25+ years in estate agency, Steve co-founded Bond Residential in 2010. He oversees operations while maintaining client relationships. His career spans multi-branch management across East Anglia. A local resident since 1995, he combines industry expertise with community knowledge.
Graham Hughes
Director
Graham established Bond Residential after managing Essex offices for major agencies. He focuses on client care and market strategy. A Chelmsford resident since the 1990s, he brings deep local insights. His leadership ensures traditional service values meet modern expectations.
Lee Mann
Director
Lee specialises in land values and new homes markets. He joined Bond Residential after developing expertise at Bradford & Bingley. His local knowledge and industry reputation help clients navigate Chelmsford's property market. He actively coaches youth football in the community.
Martin Orchard
Senior Branch Valuer
Martin transitioned from automotive engineering to property, bringing technical precision to valuations. He expanded a successful agency before joining Bond Residential. His dual expertise in engineering and property provides unique insights for clients during the home-moving process.
Stela Gorodenco
Lettings Property Manager
Stela joined Bond Residential in 2023 with five years' lettings experience. She manages residential portfolios and completed Level 3 qualifications in property management. Her client-focused approach ensures landlords receive expert guidance while tenants find suitable homes.
Questions
What areas do Bond Residential cover?
We operate in Chelmsford, Danbury, and surrounding Essex areas, with nationwide connections through our relocation network covering 500+ UK agents.
How does the property valuation process work?
Contact us to book a valuation - our experts assess your property's market position and provide professional pricing advice tailored to current conditions.
What selling services do you offer?
We provide full sales service including marketing, viewings, negotiations, and transaction support through our 6-Step Marketing Programme and digital legal packs.
Are tenant referencing checks included?
Yes, we conduct thorough tenant referencing as part of our letting service to ensure reliable, responsible tenants for landlords.
How are fees structured for tenants?
Our fees comply with The Tenant Fee Act 2019, with clear breakdowns of deposits, rent arrears charges, and administrative costs available upon request.
Do you offer property management services?
Yes, we provide comprehensive property management including rent collection, maintenance coordination, and tenancy administration for landlords.
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Reviews (5)
Jim Shandy Powell
Sep 04, 2021
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If anyone is looking to sell there house, we highly recommend Bond. Lee and the team go that extra mile for you and without all the complications. There prices are the best around for the service you get and cant recommend them enough.
Paul Charlesworth
Jun 11, 2020
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We recently completed on the sale of our property with Bond Residential, and the service provided was excellent. From the 'get-go' when Lee Mann visited us to provide a valuation of our property, Bond Residential have been extremely efficient and professional at all times. Communication from Lee Mann, Chris Carline, Melvin Tuttlebee, Matt… Rampersad and Jack Wilson was all very prompt and informative. Bond arranged many viewings of our property and consequently found us the right buyer. We would not hesitate to recommend Bond Residential to our family, friends or colleagues for their property
Pip Jane Eds
Jan 13, 2020
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Excellent, attentive customer service. A very clever, well-considered, bespoke approach to selling that gives you the best possible chance of moving forward at the best price. Well-informed and helpful staff who are genuinely interested in what’s best for the client. Would strongly recommend using Bond Residential!
Gemma Arrowsmith
Apr 26, 2017
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We were very happy with the excellent service we received from Bonds residential. Michelle was extremely helpful and very friendly and made the whole process of securing the property painless. This was mainly achieved through great communication skills and always promptly returning our calls and emails. We cannot recommend highly enough. Many thanks Mark and Gemma
Dean Cowell
Apr 20, 2017
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I chose Bond Lettings to market my new property. I have been really impressed with Michelle and her team. Always informed and kept up to date with progress. I have good tenants and I feel confident these have been vetted properly by Bonds. Thanks Michelle.
