Business Details
35 Years
experience
Trusted Estate Agents in Scarborough
At Colin Ellis, your property matters to us. Our friendly team works diligently to deliver a personal, professional, and honest service. As independent estate agents, letting agents, and chartered surveyors, we have served Scarborough, Filey, and the East Coast since 1991. Our local knowledge, built over 30 years, ensures we understand market conditions better than automated valuations. We guide clients through every step of buying, selling, or renting, prioritising transparency and trust. Our comprehensive services include residential and commercial sales, lettings, and chartered surveying.Backed by the Property Ombudsman and RICS Client Money Protection Scheme, we maintain high standards of customer service. Our award-winning lettings team and Rightmove recognition confirm our status as one of the busiest agents in the region. With a focus on repeat business and referrals, we pride ourselves on long-standing client relationships. Our team combines expertise with a commitment to delivering consistent results through hard work and integrity.
Services
Residential Sales
Lettings Management
Commercial Property
Chartered Surveying
Property Valuations
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of experience in the local property market.
- Our team combines local knowledge with chartered surveying expertise.
- Award-winning lettings and rental management services.
- RICS Chartered Surveyors with expertise in valuations and reports.
- High standards of customer service with a focus on transparency.
Associations and certifications
- The Property Ombudsman (TPO)
- RICS Client Money Protection Scheme
What people say
Outstanding customer service
Local market knowledge
Award-winning lettings team
Professional valuations
Trusted recommendations
Services
Residential Sales
We specialise in residential property sales, offering free valuations, professional sales particulars, and online marketing. Our team provides accompanied viewings and leverages a database of potential buyers. With local expertise since 1991, we ensure a smooth sales process from start to completion.
Lettings Management
Our award-winning lettings team offers tenant find and full management services. We conduct rent appraisals, prepare AST agreements, and handle inventory checks. With dedicated property inspections and compliance support, we protect landlords' investments while ensuring tenant satisfaction.
Chartered Surveying
As RICS Chartered Surveyors, we provide HomeBuyer Reports, mortgage valuations, and probate assessments. Our services include schedule of condition reports and commercial Red Book valuations. Trusted by banks and private clients, we deliver expert property advice for all needs.
Commercial Property
We offer commercial sales and lettings with free valuations and targeted marketing. Our services include professional sales documentation, online listings, and accompanied viewings. With local market knowledge, we connect businesses with suitable premises across Scarborough and the East Coast.
Property Valuations
Our free, no-obligation valuations combine local expertise with market analysis. Chartered surveyors assess residential and commercial properties for sales, mortgages, or probate. We provide accurate, up-to-date valuations to help clients make informed property decisions.
People
Wai Kong Yau
Company Director/Chartered Surveyor
With over 20 years at Colin Ellis and 17 years as a Chartered Surveyor, Kong advises commercial clients and conducts valuations. He balances work with family life and passions for motorsport and football.
Tracey Milburn
Sales, Commercial and Lettings Negotiator
Having worked in property since 2002, Tracey excels in lettings and commercial departments. She prioritises customer satisfaction and enjoys gardening and motorcycling in her free time.
Jackie Farrent
Sales Negotiator/Sales Progressor
With over 25 years in new build sales, Jackie joined Colin Ellis in 2010. She mentors younger staff and enjoys gardening, walking, and spending time with grandchildren.
James Duncan
Sales Valuer/Trainee Surveyor
After 14 years in retail management, James transitioned to property. He focuses on client needs while training as a Chartered Surveyor, enjoying fitness and family activities.
Natasha Vernon
Business Administration Apprentice
A recent graduate in Forensic Psychology, Natasha joined as an apprentice. She supports the lettings team and enjoys social activities in her spare time.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We serve Scarborough, Filey, and the East Coast, offering local expertise for property transactions.
Are you RICS accredited?
Yes, we are RICS Chartered Surveyors and part of the RICS Client Money Protection Scheme.
Do you offer free property valuations?
Yes, we provide free, no-obligation valuations with expert local market analysis.
What lettings services do you provide?
We offer tenant find, full management, rent appraisals, and compliance support for landlords.
What commercial services do you offer?
We provide commercial sales, lettings, and valuations with targeted marketing and local expertise.
