Business Details
32 Years
experience
Premier Estate Agents in South Manchester
Paul Birtles Estate Agents has been a trusted name in property transactions across South Manchester since 1994. Our business was founded on the principle of delivering exceptional client-focused service, combining decades of local market expertise with modern marketing techniques. As an independent agency, we prioritise our clients' needs above all else, offering tailored solutions for residential sales, lettings, and property management. Our team of professionals, including directors with over 40 years' cumulative experience, ensures every property transaction benefits from personalised attention and industry-leading knowledge. We maintain strong relationships with local solicitors, accountants, and tradespeople to streamline the buying, selling, and renting processes.Our Urmston-based office operates six days a week, supported by advanced lettings software and comprehensive online property listings. We have built our reputation through successful property sales, transparent communication, and a commitment to achieving optimal outcomes for every client. Our virtual tours, professional photography, and strategic marketing campaigns ensure properties receive maximum exposure. We actively engage with the local community through sponsorships and partnerships, reinforcing our position as a trusted local business. With memberships in professional schemes like the Ombudsman Scheme for Estate Agents, we uphold the highest standards of professionalism and client protection.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Lettings
Property Management
Virtual Tours
Mortgage Advice
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- We offer over 25 years of local property market expertise
- Our independent status ensures client-first decision-making
- Tailored marketing strategies maximise property exposure
- 24/7 online property listings with virtual tour technology
- We maintain Ombudsman Scheme membership for client protection
Associations and certifications
- Ombudsman Scheme for Estate Agents
What people say
Highest level of professionalism
Contactability same day
Work for the sellers
Excellent service throughout
Best property people
Services
Residential Sales
Our residential sales service combines expert valuations with strategic marketing. We utilise professional photography, 360-degree virtual tours, and nationwide portal listings to maximise property exposure. With directors available six days a week and dedicated sales progression teams, we ensure smooth transactions from initial valuation to completion.
Property Lettings
We offer comprehensive lettings solutions for landlords, from property presentation to tenant management. Our services include market analysis, tenant referencing, inventory creation, and regular property inspections. We provide flexible management options while maintaining compliance with all legal requirements for rental properties in the region.
Property Management
Our property management service handles day-to-day landlord responsibilities with professionalism. We coordinate maintenance requests, collect rents, and ensure regulatory compliance. With quarterly inspections and dedicated communication channels, we protect property investments while maintaining tenant satisfaction across our managed portfolio.
Virtual Tours
We create high-resolution 360-degree virtual tours using Giraffe360 technology. These immersive digital experiences enhance online property listings, allowing potential buyers or renters to explore properties remotely. Combined with professional photography and accurate floorplans, our virtual tours increase engagement and accelerate transaction timelines.
Mortgage Advice
Through our affiliated Birtles Mortgage & Financial Solutions, we provide expert mortgage advisory services. Our CeMap-qualified advisors offer tailored financing solutions for first-time buyers, home movers, and investors. We work with multiple lenders to secure competitive rates while ensuring clients understand all financial commitments involved in property transactions.
People
Paul Birtles
Director
With property market experience since the 1970s, Paul founded the agency in 1994 after senior roles at major firms. He specialises in local valuations and community engagement, combining traditional values with modern practices.
Dan Birtles
Operations Director
Managing daily operations with over a decade of estate agency experience, Dan oversees sales progression and valuations. NFOPP-qualified, he ensures technical excellence in property transactions across South Manchester.
Chris Balden
Director
A Stretford native with 40 years in real estate, Chris established the lettings department in 2003. His expertise spans sales, lettings, and new build developments, including Manchester's iconic Hacienda building project.
Shirley Thomson
Sales Negotiator
Joining in 2019 with two decades of agency experience, Shirley manages viewings and sales progression. NAEA-qualified, she combines branch management expertise with local market knowledge to facilitate successful transactions.
Madeleine Birtles
Mortgage Advisor
Leading Birtles Mortgage & Financial Solutions, Madeleine provides CeMap-certified mortgage advice. With 15 years' industry experience, she offers tailored financial solutions for property purchases and investments across seven days a week.
Questions
What property services do you offer?
We provide residential sales, property lettings, full property management, virtual tours, and mortgage advisory services through our affiliated financial solutions team.
Which areas do you cover?
We operate across South Manchester including Urmston, Flixton, Davyhulme, Stretford, Old Trafford, Partington and surrounding M postcode areas.
How can I get a property valuation?
Contact us via phone or our website to arrange a free valuation with one of our director-valuers who have decades of local market experience.
Are you part of any regulatory schemes?
We are members of the Ombudsman Scheme for Estate Agents, ensuring adherence to strict professional standards and client protection protocols.
Do you offer virtual property viewings?
Yes, we include 360-degree virtual tours with every property listing using Giraffe360 technology for remote property exploration.
How do you market properties?
We combine professional photography, virtual tours, online portal listings, social media campaigns, and traditional advertising methods to maximise property exposure.
