Compare the Best 9 Estate Agents in Detling

List of Estate Agents in Detling

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   Foundation Estate Agent

   Suite 1,, 2nd Floor, 3 Jubilee Way, Faversham, ME13 8GD

   

   (6 reviews)

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   17th Sep 2026 (7 weeks ago)

   We had ongoing issues with the honesty and support we received from this agency during our purchase. Our independently arranged snagging inspector had a failed visit because the developer forgot the appointment and the property wasn't ready. We were charged £399 by the inspector, in line with his standard terms for a missed visit. Rather than holding the developer accountable, a staff member phoned our inspector and questioned his honesty about how the booking was made. The inspector later told us this in writing himself, describing it as "concerning." Only after he pushed back with a clear account of events did the agency admit in writing that we "certainly shouldn't be charged for a service that wasn't carried out," but no resolution was actually offered. Separately, when we queried being asked to cover the developer's solicitor's fees, our own solicitor had already explained the general process to us. Our concern was that the developer wasn't following up as agreed to justify the specific charge. Despite this, we were told the agency was "surprised our solicitor hadn't explained it", which wasn't accurate, since it had been explained. Our actual query was never properly addressed. Our experience was that when we raised legitimate concerns, the agency's instinct was to defend the developer rather than engage honestly with what we were telling them.... Read more

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   Wards - Bearsted

   136 Ashford Road, Bearsted, ME14 4NA

   

   (96 reviews)

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   27th Aug 2026 (10 weeks ago)

   Review for Wards Estate Agents (Bearsted Branch)Rating: ????? (5/5 Stars)<br>I cannot praise the phenomenal team at the Bearsted branch of Wards highly enough for their absolute professionalism, stellar communication, and genuinely caring approach during my mother’s recent relocation from Ipswich to Kent. As a daughter navigating the modern property market on behalf of my elderly mum—and it being quite some time since I last bought a home—the process could easily have been daunting, but Wards turned it into a masterclass of smooth transition.<br><br>Our journey commenced on the 6th of June 2026 when we embarked on a family viewing mission, exploring several properties across Bearsted and Coxheath (including those managed by other agents ). Right from that opening day, Wards distinguished themselves. Bliss initially showed us around and was utterly brilliant, immediately equipping us with comprehensive physical printouts of the bungalows so we could meticulously rule properties in or out based on my mother’s preferences of the type if place she wanted to buy. She had sold her bungalow in Suffolk and wanted to downsize...The Wards Bearsted office remained our dedicated, friendly anchor. After that initial recce, my mother returned to Ipswich, leaving myself and my boyfriend to execute a vital second viewing of her chosen Bearsted bungalow. In fact there were two she liked, the other bring with another agent. We felt that Wards bungalow was far superior for her. We made our move and submitted an offer verbally, backed up via email. The manager, Dan, was an absolute superstar during this negotiation phase. While our opening offer was unfortunately declined, Dan liaised with us with total transparency and returned that very same day with a pragmatic counter-offer which my mother accepted, finalising the initial deal with remarkable holistic speed.<br>Once the offer was secured, the baton was passed to Jodie, the sales progressor, and whom kept us in the loop. Whenever I needed clarity on the mechanics of the timeline, Dan was always on hand to talk me through precisely what would happen on completion day and map out the progression from offer to keys. The logistics were intricate, involving a four-party chain, but the Bearsted team managed the structural friction beautifully. They even accommodated our family calendar, allowing us to postpone completion by a week so we could all return thoroughly refreshed from our family summer holiday.<br><br>Completion day on the 25th of August was a bit of a traditional cliffhanger. Due to the natural transactional delays of a multi-stage chain, the money transfers took their time, meaning we had to wait in a local cafe until 3:00 PM for the official release of the keys. because we were at the top of the chain and the solicitors had to wait for the money transfer. However, the exact second the clock struck three, the keys were in our hands, and the removal men could unload. The bungalow is a total paradise—precisely as described in Wards’ superb, top-tier literature, and the photography was absolutely immaculate.<br><br>Nestled right in the heart of the village, the Bearsted office itself is a delightful, friendly, and ultra-convenient local sanctuary with incredibly easy parking right outside, making popping in an absolute breeze. If you are looking to buy or sell consider Bearsted as it'sa lovely village and one of the most elite places to buy in the Maidstone area, do not waste your time going anywhere else. When going into Wards Bearsted branch, ask for Dan, Bliss, Jodie, Logan or Hollie who we all had dealings with and let this elite team handle your sale or purchase with total peace of mind. Thank you... Read more

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   Fine & Country - West Malling

   28 High Street, ME19 6QR

   

   (45 reviews)

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   7th Jul 2026 (17 weeks ago)

   When it comes to choosing an estate agent, it is imperative that you select an agent that is capable of delivering all aspects of the sales process. Finding the buyer(s), managing the offer(s) and getting to a sales memorandum is only the start and in many cases the easy bit! What happens next is where the magic happens and where Fine&Country excel. Many property sales these days involve buyers conducting multiple surveys; building, electrical, gas, oil, solar, drains, sewage, water products eg pools, jacuzzi, wood burner/chimney, radon gas. The output from these surveys can be overwhelming for both the potential buyers and sellers. Fine&Country help manage the resulting back and forth enquiries both professionally and with care, ensuring both parties remain engaged and that sensible outcomes are achieved. Many other Agencies would leave this process entirely between the buyer and seller which could either dramatically increase the time to completion or worst case result in no sale. Fine&Country level of care throughout the sale process is exemplary and I highly recommend them to get the job done, so like us, you can move on with your life!... Read more

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   Page & Wells - Bearsted

   132 Ashford Road, Bearsted, ME14 4LX

   

   (2 reviews)

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   20th Jan 2026 (9 mo. ago)

   Nichola and the team provided an excellent service to sell my house... Read more

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   Sibley Pares - Maidstone

   1 Ashford RoadMaidstone, ME14 5BJ

   

   (69 reviews)

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   20th Oct 2026 (13 days ago)

   Extremely Poor Experience with Sibley Pares – False Reassurances and Serious Consequences for Our Family<br><br>Our experience with Sibley Pares has been incredibly stressful and disappointing. As first-time buyers with two young children, we trusted their professional advice, and unfortunately, this experience had serious consequences for our family.<br><br>From the very first viewing, we made it absolutely clear that we would only buy the property if it became Freehold. The property was Leasehold, and we specifically explained that purchasing the Freehold and having it transferred to us was a condition of our purchase. The agent confidently assured us that this would definitely happen and that it would take only two to four months.<br><br>We trusted these assurances and proceeded accordingly. Month after month, we were told that things were progressing and that the Freehold would be sorted out very soon. After five months, the seller’s solicitor stopped responding, leaving us without answers and with no clear idea of whether or when the issue would ever be resolved.<br><br>As an estate agency, Sibley Pares should understand the complexities and uncertainties involved in acquiring the Freehold of a Leasehold property. If this process was not straightforward or could take considerably longer than the timeframe we were given, we believe they should have been honest with us from the beginning. We should have been given the opportunity to understand the risks and decide whether we wanted to proceed, rather than being repeatedly reassured that everything would be sorted out shortly.<br><br>The way the situation was handled left us feeling that we were being kept on the hook as potential buyers without being given a realistic picture of what we were facing. We cannot know what the agency’s intentions were, but the repeated assurances and lack of a satisfactory outcome have seriously undermined our trust in them.<br><br>The consequences for our family were devastating. We informed our landlord that we intended to leave, believing that our house purchase would proceed as promised. We ultimately lost the opportunity to secure the property we had been pursuing, endured months of uncertainty, suffered significant financial losses and experienced enormous emotional stress. With two young children, this was far more than a frustrating property transaction. It affected our family’s housing security and forced us to make alternative arrangements and purchase another property.<br><br>First-time buyers rely on estate agents to provide honest information and realistic expectations. We understand that legal processes can be complicated and delays can happen. What we find unacceptable is being given such confident assurances about a fundamental condition of the purchase without, in our experience, receiving a clear explanation of the risks or realistic timescales.<br><br>If Sibley Pares could not be certain that the Freehold would be acquired and transferred within the timeframe suggested, they should never have presented it to us with such confidence. We could then have made an informed decision before putting our existing housing arrangements and our family’s stability at risk.<br><br>I would strongly advise other buyers, especially first-time buyers, not to rely on verbal assurances about a Freehold transfer. Obtain independent legal advice and written confirmation of the arrangements before making major financial or housing decisions.<br><br>This experience has cost us time, money and peace of mind. We feel deeply let down by the way we were treated, and we would not want another family to go through the same ordeal.<br><br>I understand the freehold process is complicated and outside your control. But if you knew this from the beginning, why repeatedly assure us it would take just 2–4 months? As first-time buyers, we trusted your professional advice and made major housing decisions based on your assurances. We expected honesty and realistic timescales, not false confidence. Unfortunately, our trust was misplaced, with serious financial and emotional consequences for our family.... Read more

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   Ferris & Co

   327a Boxley Road, Penenden Heath Parade, Penenden Heath, Maidstone, ME14 2HN

   

   (167 reviews)

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   25th Sep 2026 (5 weeks ago)

   Great bunch of people, excellent work... Read more

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   Simon Miller & Company - Maidstone

   36 King Street, Maidstone, ME14 1BS

   

   (23 reviews)

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   10th Sep 2026 (8 weeks ago)

   Very disappointed. Would not advise anyone to use the company... Read more

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   Geering & Colyer - Maidstone

   11 King Street, Maidstone, ME14 1PX

   

   (123 reviews)

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   27th Oct 2026 (6 days ago)

   We had an excellent experience with Geering & Colyer during our property search. Our viewing was arranged the same day we enquired. From the outset, Morgan was very welcoming . She guided us through the property with exceptional clarity, explaining every detail from a client’s perspective and offering thoughtful ideas on potential conversions. She was highly knowledgeable about the building’s structure, market value, and access to local amenities. The hour we spent with her was truly worthwhile, and we came away fully informed. Many Thanks…... Read more

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   Mann - Grove Green

   2 Minor Centre Grovewood Drive North, Maidstone, ME14 5TQ

   

   (51 reviews)

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   18th Oct 2026 (15 days ago)

   We have used Mann Estate Agents in Grove Green before and once again, have been very pleased with the service. A special thank you to Amelia, who has been exceptionally patient and supportive throughout the selling process. It has not been the most straightforward journey from our side as this was an inheritance, and we have really appreciated her understanding and support as we approach completion. We would highly recommend Amelia and the Grove Green team to anyone looking to sell their home.... Read more

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