93% sales valuation accuracy
100% sales fee satisfaction
91% lettings valuation accuracy
85% lettings fee satisfaction
PHILIP JAMES MANCHESTER’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT SALES, LETTINGS AND MANAGEMENT AGENT. This year we will sell £300 million worth of properties, and manage over 3500 properties with a total of £609 million. During 2024 all of our branches achieved 99% of the asking price or above. Our 65 strong team include some of our industry’s ...
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PHILIP JAMES MANCHESTER’S LARGEST INDEPENDENT SALES, LETTINGS AND MANAGEMENT AGENT. This year we will sell £300 million worth of properties, and manage over 3500 properties with a total of £609 million. During 2024 all of our branches achieved 99% of the asking price or above. Our 65 strong team include some of our industry’s most-experienced and respected professionals including top-performing sales directors, marketing specialists, accountants, investment advisors and management experts.
PROPERTY INVESTMENT
If you are a looking to invest in off market properties anywhere across Greater Manchester please contact Neil Ryder on 0161 434 5009 or [email protected] to be part of the most exclusive investors club in Manchester!
PROPERTY INVESTMENT
If you are a looking to invest in off market properties anywhere across Greater Manchester please contact Neil Ryder on 0161 434 5009 or [email protected] to be part of the most exclusive investors club in Manchester!
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Philip James Partnership
Ground Floor, Oxid House, 78 Newton Street
Manchester
Greater Manchester
M1 1AL
0161 828 8200
Performance statistics
| Services | Valuation Accuracy | Fees Satisfaction | Min Price of property reviewed | Max Price of property reviewed |
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| Sales | 93% | 100% | £73,000 | £350,000 |
| Lettings | 91% | 85% | £450 | £1,475 |
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| From Landlords | From Tenants | From Vendors | From Buyers | Other | |||||
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| 33 | 2 | 78 | 28 | 12 | 1 | 16 | 1 | 3 | 8 |
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- Conveyancing
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Sep 17,2024
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Very professional and timely. Confirmed my availability on the day of the viewing. Willing to answer any questions about the property. Friendly demeanor....
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Thank you for your positive feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the service professional and timely. Ensuring clear communication and being available to answer any questions is important to us
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Sep 17,2024
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The viewing experience was hassle free. Titu was very friendly and allowed us to view the property at peace....
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Thank you for your great feedback! We're happy to hear that your viewing experience was smooth and hassle-free. Titu will be delighted to know that you appreciated his friendly approach. We're here to help if you have any further questions!
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Sep 17,2024
Sep 17,2024
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Titu has helped me around multiple viewings and was also kind enough to take me along with him in his car to the properties. Has answered all my questions and have been super helpful...
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Dear Sayan
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Titu was able to assist you across multiple viewings and went above and beyond to make your experience easier. We’re glad you found him helpful and informative.
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Sep 16,2024
Sep 16,2024
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Good communication throughout the process. Fair to both myself and my tenants....
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Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that you had a positive experience with us. Ensuring clear communication and fairness for both tenants and landlords is our top priority.
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Sep 13,2024
Sep 13,2024
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I had an outstanding experience with the agency, and I want to extend my deepest gratitude to Karolina and Maxwell for their exceptional support in helping me secure an offer....
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Dear Mohamed
Thank you so much for your kind words and for sharing your positive experience with us! We’re thrilled to hear that Karolina and Maxwell were able to provide you with exceptional support and help you secure your offer. Your feedback means a lot to us
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Sep 11,2024
Sep 11,2024
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Was shown around properties today by Titu. Have to say I was impressed by the professional and friendly service. It gave me the confidence to submit an offer and with any luck - I’ll have a great new home to live in. Thanks Titu...
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Dear Sonny
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Sep 03,2024
Sep 03,2024
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I recently secured my new home through Philip James, and I couldn’t be happier with the experience. From the very first interaction, the team was professional, responsive, and incredibly helpful. A special shoutout to Titu for going above and beyond to make sure everything ...
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Sep 06, 2024
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Dear Tanu
Thank you so much for your kind words and glowing review! We’re thrilled to hear that you had a great experience with us at Philip James. It’s always our goal to make the process as smooth and stress-free as possible, and we’re glad Titu was able to go above and beyond to help you secure your new home.
We appreciate your recommendation
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Aug 29,2024
Aug 29,2024
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Titu was wonderful at the viewing. I would recommend anyday...
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Aug 30, 2024
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Dear Amejimaobari.
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Titu made your viewing experience wonderful. Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to assisting you anytime. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out!
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Aug 29,2024
Aug 29,2024
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After a long grueling search for a rental property in Didsbury, Grant was able to help us with our search and finally found us a property. He helped us to obtain multiple property viewings and facilitated the process at every stage. Thank you for all ...
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Dear Sam
Thank you so much for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that Grant was able to assist you in finding a property in Didsbury after your long search. We strive to make the rental process as smooth as possible, and it's great to know that Grant’s efforts made a difference. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we’ll be sure to pass along your thanks to him!
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Aug 23,2024
Aug 23,2024
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I am satisfied with the prompt and professional service offered on the rent renewal, especially, the effort of Sophie and Amy....
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Dear Martin
Thank you for your kind feedback! We're delighted to hear that you were satisfied with the prompt and professional service on your rent renewal. Sophie and Amy will be thrilled to know their efforts were appreciated. If there's anything else we can assist you with, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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Aug 23,2024
Aug 23,2024
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I regret ever dealing with this estate agency. After paying an exit fee, I was assured that my property would be marketed immediately. However, there was a two-week delay before they even started. The online photos refer to a totally different flat. Viewings were not ...
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Dear Isabella
We sincerely apologize for the negative experience you've had with our agency. This is certainly not the standard of service we aim to provide, and we deeply regret any inconvenience or distress this has caused you.
We take your concerns very seriously, and we would like to investigate this matter further. Please reach out at [email protected] so that we can discuss your concerns in detail and work towards a satisfactory resolution.
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Aug 21,2024
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Titu showed me round two properties. He was great, really knowledgeable and professional. One of the best agents I’ve met...
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Dear Richard
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We're delighted to hear that Titu made such a positive impression and that his knowledge and professionalism stood out to you. If you have any more questions or need further assistance, we’re here to help.
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Aug 19,2024
Aug 19,2024
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Titu and Max were really helpful in securing our flat. We viewed and secured within the same day thanks to their help....
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Dear Phoebe
Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled to hear that Titu and Max were able to assist you in securing your flat so quickly. It’s great to know they made the process smooth and efficient for you. If you need anything else, feel free to reach out.
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Aug 09,2024
Aug 09,2024
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Securing a tenancy was made very quick and easy and the process clearly explained. Max and Karolina were both great.
The only negative was ut was difficult to reach them over the phone...
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Dear Ben
Thank you so much for your positive review! We appreciate your positive feedback. If you have any further questions or need assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out.
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Aug 03,2024
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We had an excellent experience with Philip James. Despite some complications during the referencing process, Maxwell assisted us by providing effective solutions....
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Dear Konstantinos
Thank you for sharing your experience! We're delighted to hear that Philip James and Maxwell provided effective solutions despite the complications during the referencing process. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we're pleased to have been able to assist you. If you need any further help, please feel free to reach out.
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Jul 22,2024
Jul 22,2024
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We are renting the property second time with Philip James. They are always friendly, respectful and undesrtaning. They answer all the questions you have patiently. If you honest about your current situation, they help you to find the property, where you are likely to ba ...
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Dear Alona
Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We're thrilled to hear about your positive experiences with Philip James. It's our goal to provide friendly, respectful, and understanding service, and we're delighted that we succeeded. Your kind words and recommendation mean a lot to us.
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Jul 18,2024
Jul 18,2024
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Thanks to Maria for performing this so effectively including really excellent communication with myself so that I was well informed and kept up to date. Best experience I have had to date...
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Dear Mike
Thank you for your wonderful feedback! We are delighted to hear that you had such a positive experience with us. Maria is an invaluable member of our team, and we are thrilled to know that her excellent communication and effective performance made your experience the best you’ve had to date.
Your kind words are greatly appreciated and will be shared with Maria and the rest of our team.
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May 15,2024
May 15,2024
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Maria helped me with kindness and patience, I am autistic and I was very stressed but I could not have been more grateful to have Maria answer the phone when I called about renewing my tenancy. I told my mum about how much she helped ...
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Dear Mia
Thank you for taking the time to share your experience with us. We truly appreciate your 5-star rating and positive review. We are happy that we could assist you during this stressful yet exciting journey.
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Apr 10,2024
Apr 10,2024
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I have been using Philip James since they bought and integrated the original lettings company that I used.
They have been thoroughly professional since they started managing my property. Even when we have had a difference of opinion we have found a mutually agreeable way ...
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Thank you for taking the time to rate and review our service. We highly appreciate you in taking the time do to so.
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Feb 21,2024
Feb 21,2024
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Avoid like the plague!! Horrendous experience from start to current day.
Firstly they are impossible to get a hold of for viewing, after over a month of trying we managed to get in contact with someone for a viewing. We ended up getting the flat (...
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Dear Megan
Thank you for your review, we’re sorry to read that your experience has fallen short of our usual high standards.
We’re sorry to read that you were unable to contact members of our Lettings and Referencing Team, as I’m sure you can appreciate and despite our best efforts, our Team can get extremely busy during specific periods of the year and can result in delays in communication.
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“Dire customer service and communication. No consideration for tenants. Would not recommend....”
Nov 14,2023
Nov 14,2023
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Philip James is the worst letting agency I have ever been a tenant of. Communication is dire, especially around the time of contract renewal (until they want money from you for an increase and then communications are almost threatening). I have had to chase confirmation ...
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Dear Emily
We are truly sorry to hear that your experience with us was less than ideal and we humbly apologise for this.
Your concern(s) has been raised with the relevant department and should they be in contact with you to resolve this situation.
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Sep 26,2023
Sep 26,2023
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Great team who were incredibly helpful from start to finish, Max went above and beyond. Right from the initial enquiry Max was incredibly accommodating and quick to answer my questions and concerns, him and the rest of the staff were incredibly professional throughout the whole ...
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Thank you for taking the time to rate and review our service. We appreciate the 5 star rating and the recommendation.
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Sep 19,2023
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Great service, very responsive, quick to help with queries and extremely friendly team. Sophie, Max, Chloe and Lorraine are a dream team!...
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Jun 22,2023
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I've been left with a negative opinion of the letting agents practices. When renewing my tenancy, I received late emails and letters, struggled to get in touch with who I needed to. When I did finally speak to someone about the tenancy, I did everything ...
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May 15,2023
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The worst Letting Agents in Manchester!!
If I could leave them 0* I would - it took then 5 months to come back to us on a simple change to our letting contract. They are unhelpful, unresponsive and completely useless!
To top it all off - I ...
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May 24, 2023
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Thank you for your review, and providing comment on your experience with Philip James. As per previous discussions held with management of Philip James, we would like to assure you that we have conducted a full investigation of your concerns raised. Since your complaint we have taken action to review our processes, and resolve your initial concern with our service. We had hoped to demonstrate to you in our future relationship since your complaint as to how we have improved our custo ...
Mar 27,2023
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Fantastic and accurate service, been a great help also whilst the property that we were living in got flooded, got us a temporary place to live in whilst renovation of the property had to be done , caused by the flooding. And of great help again ...
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Feb 23,2023
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They premium advertise a rental property and never pick up the phone, do not respond to messages over the phone or via email.
Useless, totally unprofessional...I wouldn't go near them with a barge pole and feel sorry for people using them to rent together ...
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Oct 06,2022
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Really dreadful firm. NEVER answer the phone , NEVER replay to emails and NEVER ring back if you leave a voicemail no matter whether you are a tenant, a landlord or someone looking to view a property. Not quite sure why anyone who owns a property ...
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Sep 22,2022
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Never seen such an incompetent and unresponsive estate agent especially their letting department.
No matter how many emails you have sent them as a landlord, they do not bother to reply or call back.
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Too right, the worst are * - shocking attitude and to top it off ** too. Has been away for 2 weeks and no emails and get this no mails to keep you updated that your tenant is moving out. ...
Jun 24,2022
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Philip James have been managing my property since 2019 and I would not hesitate to recommend them.
Being a landlord has been easy because any issues with the flat and tenants that arise have dealt with efficiently and effectively by Philip James with very little involvement ...
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(Fees are negotiable)Our fees for the fully managed service are £450 letting fee, £50 deposit fee and £200 resigning fee and 10% management fee, all fees are plus vat. We do not charge any additional fees, all our services include check in inventory, inspections, tenant referencing and check out reports.
Should you choose to instruct us to manage your property I can assure you a 5 star professional service that will suit all your needs and put the onus on us to take the day to day running out of your hands. We are in a position to take the management over as soon as you are ready. To discuss management please contact Neil Ryder on 0161 434 5009 or [email protected].
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