Cheffins - Ely, CB7

16 reviews 4.5/5 rating
  • 88% valuation accuracy
  • 88% recommend
  • 93% fee satisfaction
Founded in 1825, Cheffins is one of the oldest and best known firms of Estate Agents in the mid-Anglia region. We are a progressive and thriving partnership with our headquarters in Cambridge and a network of offices in Saffron Walden, Newmarket, Ely, Haverhill and The London Office in St James’s Place. Cheffins also provides a unique and innovative approach to marketing coupled with our friendly and professional team achieving exceptional results for our clients.
Cheffins

25 Market Street Ely
Cambridgeshire
CB7 4NP

01353654900
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“ Cheffins are simply fantastic!... ”

May 30,2018
Minithumbup
By: 'JH'
May 30,2018
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It's hard to measure excellence in words, but Cheffins have gone beyond any expectations we could possibly have had throughout selling and buying a house with them. Our house sale went through relatively quickly thanks to the wonderful advice and honesty we took on ...
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With everything they did for us it wasn’t enough.
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“ Excellent communication skills, expert inside knowledge and effective sales team... ”

Apr 28,2018
Minithumbup
By: 'Mr SN & Dr NT'
Apr 28,2018
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We have sold three houses with Cheffins since 2008 because we value the team's: * professional, straightforward and friendly (but not familiar) approach * excellent communication skills - invaluable when negotiating with different stakeholders * willingness to really listen and understand their customers' requirements * expert inside knowledge about ...
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Very fair
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“ Not Happy... ”

Apr 17,2018
Minithumbdown
By: 'Honest Review'
Apr 17,2018
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Let a property for 2 years in which the house was ridden with mould in every room. It was painted over before i became a tenant so was not visible. Numerous phone calls about the issue and i was told to clean it off or open ...
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Not sure what they are being paid for as it takes them an ages to get any issues sorted.
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By: Michaela White
Apr 17, 2018
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We are sorry that you feel that you haven't had a satisfactory service from us. We are following all of the correct protocol regarding the return of your deposit and the matter is being resolved. ...
Mar 09,2018
Minithumbup
By: 'UEFA81'
Mar 09,2018
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Cheffins were incredible from day one marketing our property. Setting a firm but fair target price they contacted buyers from outside the area in order to reach the price set. Commission was very fair and Howard was always available for a chat whenever we needed ...
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Fair. Headline internet company prices may seem to save you money, but 'Mauve Bricks' would not have achieved the same valuation making it a false economy. I was happy to keep the commission money in the Ely economy too.
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Dec 08,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Lewis'
Dec 08,2017
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Cheffins were extremely quick from the point of booking the valuation, to having the house on the market. Asking price achieved within a week of the house being listed. Chris has been helpful and consistently communicative throughout the process....
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Agent's fees were the most competitive in the area.
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By: Michaela White
Dec 11, 2017
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Thank you very much for your kind comments, we hope your move went smoothly. ...
Oct 08,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Shelley'
Oct 08,2017
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Upon deciding to sell our property we visited Cheffins in Ely as they were local agents and not a national company. We were introduced to Howard Pope who came across as very genuine and positive and we decided to have a valuation. We nextmet with ...
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Very reasonable
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By: Michaela White
Oct 09, 2017
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Thank you for your kind comments. We are pleased to have been able to help with what I'm sure was a difficult time for you. Wishing you all the very best in your new home, Cheffins ...
Sep 29,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'lizz draper'
Sep 29,2017
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after an extremely bad experience with another estate agent, not Cheffins, i called to see if Chris could help, he was amazing , the whole team have kept me informed at every stage from putting property onto the market , arranging viewings and giving feedback to finally ...
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considering the service the fees are excellent
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By: Michaela White
Sep 29, 2017
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Thank you very much for your kind comments - we are very pleased to have been able to help and make the experience a positive one. ...
Sep 25,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'The Gibbs'
Sep 25,2017
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The service we have had from Jo and the rest of the rental team at Cheffins has been excellent. Jo is friendly, helpful and informative and has made our first venture into rentals very straight-forward. The photos and presentation of our house were great and ...
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By: Michaela White
Sep 29, 2017
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Thank you very much for your kind feedback and recommendation. We are very pleased to have been able to have made the process simple for you. ...
Aug 12,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Golding'
Aug 12,2017
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From start to finish the service and personal attention to detail was excellent. Chris was extremely supportive, he helped us through the whole process even when there were problems with perspective buyers, he kept us in the loop and dealt with the often difficult situation ...
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Worth every penny for the excellent service provided.
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May 17,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Meg monkswood'
May 17,2017
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Everyone we dealt with were professional and understanding throughout and pushed things forward on our behalf. They went above and beyond what I expected and were great for advice at every stage of the buying process- as first time buyers, this really helped!...
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By: Michaela White
May 18, 2017
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Thank you for your kind comments. We are pleased to hear that Cheffins made your first time purchase as simple as possible and wish you every happiness in your new home. ...
May 12,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'HN'
May 12,2017
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Mark is very knowledgeable. Howard is very helpful and responds very quickly all the way through. Highly recommend this team!...
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May 08,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Mark'
May 08,2017
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Our experience with Cheffins has been outstandingly good. They were exceptionally professional from start to finish. The thing we really liked was that they called us after each viewing to give us an assessment of the potential purchaser's reaction which is a complete contrast to ...
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very competitive
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May 03,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Ely resident'
May 03,2017
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We were very happy with the way staff handled both our sale and our move in Ely. Richard Booth and Howard Pope in particular were very helpful, but all the staff we spoke to were courteous, messages were passed on and calls returned promptly....
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Consistent with other agents in the area.
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Apr 24,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'Unknown'
Apr 24,2017
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Richard was incredible from the moment I stepped foot into Cheffins offices day dot. Richard was so impressive with his knowledge and truth be told, taught us a great deal about our area and what to expect. We have worked with Cheffins competitors and from ...
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Not as bad as some of your competitors. Abbots is 1.5%! Dreadful.
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Apr 03,2017
Minithumbup
By: 'CMG'
Apr 03,2017
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Richard was very helpful and professional at all times. His continued communication between the various solicitors involved in our unnecessarily difficult exchange and completion, helped achieve resolution in the end....
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Feb 01,2017
Minithumbdown
By: 'Home buyer newmarket'
Feb 01,2017
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We made an offer on a house being sold with Cheffins and it was accepted following much negotiation. Cheffins seemed very on the ball to start with, asking for our mortgage details, proof of funds and solicitors details quickly. The seller of the property had ...
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No comment as never reached this stage.
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Areas covered
  • CB7
  • CB6
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  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
Valuation and Fee Performance
93% customers were satisfied with fees 88% accuracy of agent's valuations
Price range of properties reviewed
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  • Min: £177,500
  • Max: £420,000

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  • Monday: 08:30 - 18:00
  • Tuesday: 08:30 - 18:00
  • Wednesday: 08:30 - 18:00
  • Thursday: 08:30 - 18:00
  • Friday: 08:30 - 18:00
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday: 10:00 - 14:00

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