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Email: letting@robertellis.co.uk
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Selling your first home can be both exciting and daunting. With the right preparation, a good conveyancing solicitor, and the help of an experienced local Nottingham estate agent like us, you can make the process quicker, easier, and maximise the sale price of your home.
A local, independent estate agent in Nottingham who understands the local property market will ensure your home is accurately priced and marketed to buyers who are interested in homes in your area. The Robert Ellis team has decades of local property experience, which we combine with extensive market knowledge and a personalised approach to help sellers achieve the best results.
Selling a home in Nottingham can take longer than you might expect. It typically takes around 12 weeks from agreeing on a price to completion, and it takes longer for leasehold properties due to third-party involvement. Delays can happen at any stage, but a good estate agent familiar with the current trends and demand for Nottingham property will advise you of what to expect and offer advice and support where needed.
As of June 2025, the average house price in Nottingham was £191,000, marking a modest 1.3% increase from the previous year. Property types in Nottingham’s towns and suburbs vary significantly in value:
Current Average Arnold Average Property Value – ÂŁ228,098
Learn more about Arnold’s property market
Current Average Beeston Average Property Value – ÂŁ226,338
Learn more about Beeston’s property market
Current Average Sawley Average Property Value – ÂŁ285,366
Learn more about Sawley’s property market
Current Average West Bridgford Property Value – ÂŁ265,692
Learn more about West Bridgford’s property market
Nottingham’s property market remains attractive for first-time buyers, with average prices around ÂŁ175,000. The city offers diverse housing options, from city centre apartments to suburban homes in areas like Beeston, West Bridgford, and Arnold. These areas are experiencing growth due to ongoing regeneration projects and strong local amenities.
Following a few key steps to get organised before you list your Nottingham property for sale can help avoid delays.
Essential documents include:
An experienced Nottingham estate agent with local knowledge of the area your property is in will help ensure the sales process is efficient and stress free. Look for agents offering:
Online-only estate agents are becoming popular; however, they often lack local knowledge of the Nottingham property market and require upfront payment, reducing their incentive to sell your property efficiently.
One of the best things you can do is read verified reviews to find out what previous customers thought of the service they received. At Robert Ellis, we’re currently rating at 4.9 out of 5 stars based on over 2,500 reviews.
Finally, be careful about online-only estate agents, who are unlikely to know your area and will usually ask for their fees in advance, meaning that they have little incentive to do everything they can to sell your home once they’ve got your money.
Your agent should provide a free valuation based on:
You can set a price slightly higher to allow room for negotiation or lower the initial asking price for a quicker sale. Discuss your priorities with your agent to determine the best strategy to sell your home in Nottingham and the surrounding areas.
First impressions matter. To attract buyers and secure the best price:
Your agent will identify the target audience for marketing your property and can suggest minor improvements to enhance your home’s appeal to local buyers.
Rooms that are looking tired and out of date can be transformed with a coat of paint – in a light, neutral colour – for relatively little time or money. It’s also worth patching up any marks that are obvious and getting your garden into good order, especially at the front for maximum kerb appeal. Your estate agent will be able to advise you on any cosmetic work that they think will help, so make sure you take advantage of their experience and knowledge.
Giving your home a thorough clean and tidy for when the estate agent photographer comes round is a must. Hide any clutter and fully open any curtains and blinds so that each room is getting the maximum amount of natural light and looks as spacious as possible. You might also want to avoid having personal items such as family photos on display.
You may not need to maintain that level of cleanliness and tidiness throughout the viewing process – after all, you still need to live your life and you might be getting lots of viewers. Nevertheless, you should still make an effort to stay on top of any mess so that it’s a quick job to get your home to an acceptable standard ahead of any viewing. In particular, you should avoid leaving personal or private documents around for anyone to see.
Receiving an offer is exciting, but don’t rush to accept. If your home is attracting interest, you can negotiate a better price. Buyers may request reductions after surveys reveal issues, but you don’t have to agree if the price already accounts for necessary work.
Even once the price has been agreed, there may well be further negotiation and compromise to follow. Your buyer will almost certainly have a survey carried out that might reveal problems and issues that were not visible or obvious at the time of viewing – such as signs of damp, poor insulation, and the state of guttering.
As a result, they may ask for a reduction in the selling price to allow for sorting out such problems after completion. Of course, you don’t have to agree if you’ve already allowed for such work when setting the price in the first place.
A good conveyancing solicitor will guide you through the legal steps. You’ll need to complete a TA6 Property Information Form, disclosing details such as boundary disputes or flooding issues. Misleading information can lead to legal action.
You’ll also have plenty of expenses to take into account, so it’s important you bear this in mind when setting your selling price and working out how much the overall process will cost. For instance, you’ll need to pay:
Once a completion date is set, ensure your home is cleared out and ready for the new owners to move in. Notify utility and service providers (gas, electricity, water, broadband, council tax, TV licence) and arrange for mail forwarding to your new address.
With branches in Beeston, Arnold, Stapleford, and Long Eaton, Robert Ellis has decades of experience helping homeowners sell in West and North Nottingham. Our expert team is on hand to guide you through every step of the process, ensuring a successful property sale.
Then pop into your local branch, give us a call or fill in our online form to ask for a free valuation.
