Business Details
24 Years
experience
Commercial Property Experts in Watford
Established in 2002, Perry Holt has grown to become one of Hertfordshire's leading commercial property agencies. Our team combines over 100 years of collective experience in commercial property sales, lettings, development, and consultancy services. We specialise in regeneration projects and complex property transactions, leveraging deep local market knowledge to deliver tailored solutions for clients ranging from institutional investors to small businesses. Our approach prioritises long-term relationships built on integrity, performance, and client satisfaction.With expertise spanning office, industrial, and retail sectors, we provide sound professional advice in an ever-evolving market. Our track record includes facilitating 200 million in transactions and successfully navigating planning permissions for mixed-use developments. We maintain strong industry accreditations, including Fellowship with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, ensuring the highest standards of professional conduct and expertise.
Services
Commercial Property Sales
Land Development
Office Lettings
Industrial Property Deals
Retail Property Consultancy
Property Valuations
New Homes Sales
Investment Advisory
Planning Permissions
Regeneration Schemes
Details
- Year established: 2002
Highlights and features
- Over 100 years combined experience in commercial property
- Specialists in regeneration and development projects
- Extensive local market knowledge in Hertfordshire
- Proven track record with major clients like NL Property
- Dedicated team of chartered surveyors and experts
Associations and certifications
- Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors
What people say
Perfect
Knowledge and professional attitude
Quick response
Highly recommend
Fantastic planning permission
Services
Commercial Property Sales
We specialise in commercial property sales across Hertfordshire and North London. Our team handles transactions ranging from small retail units to large industrial estates. With extensive market knowledge and a network of contacts, we ensure competitive pricing and smooth transactions. Our expertise includes advising institutional funds and small landlords on optimal sales strategies.
Land Development
Our land development services focus on identifying and realising property potential. We manage projects from brownfield site acquisition to mixed-use regeneration schemes. The team provides strategic advice on permitted development rights and land assembly, working closely with local authorities and developers to maximise value.
Office Lettings
We offer comprehensive office letting services for landlords and tenants. With over 160,000 sq ft of office deals completed in five years, our specialists understand market demands. We provide tailored marketing strategies for landlords and location analysis for tenants seeking suitable premises in Watford and surrounding areas.
Industrial Property Deals
Handling over 610,000 sq ft of industrial property transactions in recent years, we provide expert advice on acquisitions and disposals. Our services include market analysis, valuation, and negotiation support for warehouses, distribution centres, and manufacturing facilities across South West Hertfordshire.
Retail Property Consultancy
Our retail property consultancy covers location analysis, use class compliance, and lease negotiations. We help businesses find suitable retail spaces while advising landlords on maximising property value. The team provides market insights and strategic positioning advice for high street and secondary parade locations.
People
Perry Holt
Founder
With over 50 years in commercial property, Perry qualified as a Chartered Surveyor in 1986 and established Perry Holt & Co in 2001. He specialises in acquisitions, sales, and valuations, advising major clients across Watford and nationally.
Alex Sewell
Managing Director
Alex founded Sewell & Gardner in 2002 and joined Perry Holt in 2019. He brings extensive residential and land development expertise, having sold over 850 new homes and completed 400 million in land acquisitions.
Joel Lobatto
Associate Director
Joel oversees commercial agency operations with a focus on Watford and surrounding areas. He manages transactions across all property sectors and maintains relationships with institutional clients, having facilitated nearly 200 million in deals.
Ben Howard
Associate Director
Ben specialises in development opportunities and investment deals. He works closely with Joel on site appraisals and client representation, leveraging cross-disciplinary expertise to maximise client returns.
Rosie Shearsby
Office Manager
Rosie joined Perry Holt in 2015, providing administrative support and managing marketing operations. She assists with valuations and development scheme coordination while handling client communications.
Questions
What commercial property services do you offer?
We provide sales, lettings, development advice, land acquisition, and property consultancy services for office, industrial, and retail properties across Hertfordshire and North London.
How experienced is your team?
Our team has over 100 years combined experience in commercial property, including chartered surveyors and specialists in regeneration projects and complex transactions.
Can you help with property development schemes?
Yes, we specialise in identifying development sites, securing planning permissions, and managing regeneration projects, including mixed-use schemes like the Clarendon Road development in Watford.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily operate in South West Hertfordshire, Watford, and North London, with nationwide capabilities for specific client requirements.
Do you offer residential property services?
While our focus is commercial property, we collaborate with our sister company Sewell & Gardner for residential sales, lettings, and new homes developments.
Reviews (5)
Susan Hoy
Dec 07, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Responsiveness
Just a line to say thank you for the professional and responsive handling by Joel at Perry Holt. My emails and phone calls were always handled quickly and with a positive can do attitude - thank you Susan
Just a line to say thank you for the professional and responsive handling by Joel at Perry Holt. My emails and phone calls were always handled quickly and with a positive can do attitude - thank you Susan
Derek Greer
Jun 13, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Just a note of thanks to Joel from Perry Holt for helping Electro-X find the perfect site to set up our business in Watford, excellent and fast service provided total professionalism, and very helpful throughout the process.
Just a note of thanks to Joel from Perry Holt for helping Electro-X find the perfect site to set up our business in Watford, excellent and fast service provided total professionalism, and very helpful throughout the process.
Ben Campbell
Nov 29, 2020
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As an architecture company within walking distance of their office in Watford, we have developed a great working relationship with the team at Perry Holt & Co. Their local knowledge is second to none and we have been really impressed by their long list of returning customers, who Perry and the team have kindly introduced us into. I would thoroughly recommend them for all of your commercial property needs.
Van Mai
Nov 13, 2020
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I have worked with Joel for several contracts and everything was perfect. His knowledge and professional attitude made everything simple. Whenever I needed help, I got response really quickly from Joel. That sounds obvious, but trust me, not so many agent reacts that quick. Highly recommend.
Peter Domb
Nov 04, 2020
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A genuinely helpful and professional bunch of guys. Their approach is very most friendly and you feel that they are on board as part of the team. Thank you to them for many years of successful property transactions.
