Business Details
40 Years
experience
Trusted Residential Lettings & Property Management in Cambridge
Established in 1986, we provide residential lettings and property management services in Cambridge and surrounding villages. Our approach combines personal service with professional expertise, ensuring landlords and tenants receive tailored support. As members of Propertymark and ARLA, we adhere to strict regulatory standards, offering client money protection and independent redress through The Property Ombudsman scheme.Our team of partners takes direct responsibility for property management, maintaining high service standards by limiting the number of properties we manage. With decades of local market knowledge, we specialise in properties for professionals, academics, and visiting scholars, providing transparent fee structures and comprehensive management solutions.
Services
Residential Lettings
Property Management
Full Management Service
Let Only Service
Tenant Referencing
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- We have over 35 years of experience in Cambridge's property market
- Our partner-led approach ensures direct responsibility for property management
- ARLA Propertymark membership guarantees regulatory compliance and standards
- Transparent fee structures with detailed cost breakdowns
- Specialist knowledge of properties for professionals and academics
Associations and certifications
- Propertymark Client Money Protection
- The Property Ombudsman scheme
- ARLA Propertymark
What people say
Professional service
Transparent fees
Local market expertise
Responsive communication
Reliable management
Services
Residential Lettings
We specialise in residential lettings across Cambridge and surrounding villages. Our services cater to landlords seeking reliable tenants and tenants looking for quality accommodation. With expert market knowledge, we ensure competitive rental pricing, thorough tenant referencing, and compliance with all legal requirements.
Property Management
Our full property management service covers every aspect of landlord responsibilities. From rent collection and maintenance coordination to tenant communication and compliance monitoring, we provide comprehensive oversight while maintaining direct partner accountability for each property under our care.
Full Management Service
This service includes market rent assessment, tenant acquisition, inventory preparation, compliance guidance, and ongoing property maintenance. We handle all aspects of tenancy management, charging a 12% fee including VAT of the gross monthly rent, with transparent additional charges for specific administrative tasks.
Let Only Service
Ideal for landlords managing properties themselves, this service includes market assessment, tenant sourcing, and agreement preparation. We charge 60% including VAT of the first month's rent, excluding inventory and deposit management services.
Tenant Referencing
We conduct thorough financial credit checks, employment verification, and previous landlord references for prospective tenants. Our referencing service ensures landlords receive comprehensive assessments of tenant affordability and reliability, priced at 105 per tenant including VAT.
People
Eliza Creighton
Partner
With over 20 years in property management, Eliza oversees portfolio strategy and client relations. She ensures compliance with regulatory standards while maintaining direct involvement in property management decisions.
Penny Whittle
Partner
Specialising in tenant relations and property marketing, Penny manages day-to-day operations. Her focus on personal service ensures consistent communication between landlords and tenants throughout the tenancy lifecycle.
James Whittle
Partner
Handling financial compliance and contract negotiations, James ensures transparent fee structures. He manages client money protection schemes and oversees the preparation of detailed tenancy agreements and compliance documentation.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We operate in Cambridge and surrounding villages, specialising in properties for professionals and academics.
What fees do you charge landlords?
Our full management fee is 12% including VAT of monthly rent, with transparent additional charges for specific services.
How do you assess tenants?
We conduct credit checks, employment verification, and previous landlord references for all prospective tenants.
Are you regulated?
Yes, we're members of ARLA Propertymark and The Property Ombudsman redress scheme.
What deposit protection do you offer?
All deposits are protected under the Tenancy Deposit Scheme as required by law.
Can I request property viewings?
Yes, we arrange accompanied viewings for all available properties during office hours.
