Preston Baker
York, YO1
4.8/5, 375 reviews
98% recommended
94% sales valuation accuracy
91% sales fee satisfaction
Preston Baker is one of the leading estate agents in the City of York. We are situated on the Walmgate road, just South East of the city centre. Our Preston baker York team covers but not limited ... show more Preston Baker is one of the leading estate agents in the City of York. We are situated on the Walmgate road, just South East of the city centre. Our Preston baker York team covers but not limited to properties in Acaster Malbis, Acomb, Badger Hill, Beningbrough, Bilborough, Bishopthorpe, Burnholme, Chapelfields, Clifton, Clifton Moor and many more.


Why Preston Baker in York?


This estate and letting agent firm were founded within this York office in 2008. We have established Preston Baker brand as one of the most trusted and pro-active agents in the local area. Our agent team knows the York area better than any other local. We immerse ourselves into the local community to make sure we understand the current property market and its changes in Yorkshire.




Preston Baker offers property sales, lettings, mortgage advice, investments, landlord services and other property management. Our award-winning agents go through expert training and on-going development opportunities during their time with the company. We believe in motivating and encouraging our staff with awards and other great incentives. Transparency and clear communication with clients in our priority. We provide a completely personalised service for each individual customer and keep them informed every step of the moving process. Our award-winning marketing strategy is helping us achieve maximum exposure to properties in York. Preston Baker has won every annual “Estate Agency of the Year” award since 2011.

York area guide


It is a historic and gorgeous city on the banks of River Ouse. It has a lot to offer including great economy, education facilities, and sightseeing attractions. The spectacular architecture in York attracts many visitors and tourist from around the world. If you are looking for a city with great shopping and nightlife opportunities, York has something for everyone. In terms of property, you can find period townhouses, newly built blocks of flats and quaint village houses right around the city. If you are an incoming student, there are many student accommodation buildings around the University of York campus.

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14th Jul 2022
reviewed by 'Harry'
“Absolutely terrible service…. We have recently purchased a property that is in need of a full renovation that will take ......”
30th Mar 2022
reviewed by 'Luke Shepherd'
“Horrific service - Did not even have a set of keys to my property, gave them to the tenant and ......”
28th Dec 2021
reviewed by 'A E D'
“Very good sales team in York. Enthusiastic, responsive and friendly. I dealt with Angela and Kirsty and both were very ......”
15th Feb 2020
reviewed by 'Nicoletta'
“We had a great experience in letting a property with Preston Baker in York. The quality of service is definitely ......”
4th Jun 2017
reviewed by 'Sally'
“I can honestly say I don't remember a time that I've been so impressed with an organisation and the service ......”
19th May 2017
reviewed by 'Paul'
“good relationship with branch & staff, very helpful & professional.Always available when needed Poor solicitors which wouldn't be recommended as never ......”
Opening Hours
  • Monday: 09:00 - 17:30
  • Tuesday: 09:00 - 17:30
  • Wednesday: 09:00 - 17:30
  • Thursday: 09:00 - 17:30
  • Friday: 09:00 - 17:30
  • Saturday: 09:00 - 16:00
  • Sunday: Closed
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Preston Baker
99 Walmgate
York
Yorkshire
YO1 9UA
01904 622355

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Performance statistics
Services Valuation Accuracy Fees Satisfaction Min Price of property reviewed Max Price of property reviewed
Sales 94% 91% £79,500 £2,110,000
Review statistics
From Landlords From Tenants From Vendors From Buyers Other
31 2 39 2 156 3 112 1 28 1
Areas covered
  • YO1, YO10, YO23, YO24, YO26, YO30, YO31, YO32, YO19
Services offered
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  • Lettings
  • Block Management
  • Surveys
  • Conveyancing
  • Mortgage Advice
  • Home Builder
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Nov 20,2015
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Nov 20,2015
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Very proactive in achieving in the sale stc - I can't imagine achieving a sale so quickly with other agents. Disappointed with the lack of interest thereafter ; only when something threatened a fall throughand this jeopardise their costs, and indeed did, did they start to ...
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Nov 05,2015
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Nov 05,2015
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We found the service provided by Preston Baker as a whole excellent. All members of staff were professional and courteous from the start so I have tagged Ian Preston as presumed boss. Karen Preece had to put in the most time with us as we ...
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Oct 30,2015
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Oct 30,2015
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Nobody enters into the process of selling their home thinking that it is going to be an enjoyable time. What you need most of all is an agent who is credible in the recommended sale price, efficient in the creation of the particulars and marketing ...
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Oct 22,2015
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Oct 22,2015
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My mother had recently moved to a care home when a leaflet from Preston Baker requesting properties for sale in the area was delivered. Within two days of contacting the office a valuation was given and a contract agreed. I was kept informed of the ...
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Oct 20,2015
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By: 'Steve'
Oct 20,2015
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I dealt with several members of Preston Baker over the last year, from remortgaging to free up capital, searching for an investment property, and finally, letting my home in order to move. I found them without exception to have a positive, supportive attitude, professional competence, ...
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Oct 20,2015
Minithumbup
By: 'Ian'
Oct 20,2015
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From the outset I was dealt with professionally and with consideration. The level of customer care was always very high. Helen is particularly competent and in all my dealings with her she was entirely professional, articulate demonstrating good communication skills and in my view, Helen ...
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Oct 15,2015
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By: 'A.Cryne'
Oct 15,2015
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The agent kept me informed regularly about the progress of the purchase and were prompt and helpful with enquiries. Karen kindly helped me find a local gas engineer....
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“Helen was extremely helpful supportive and knowledgable about all aspects ......”

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Oct 06,2015
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By: 'Peter'
Oct 06,2015
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Helen was extremely helpful supportive and knowledgable about all aspects of the local market. Karen was very supportive and helpful during the buying process which whilst not straight forward went smoothly due to regular advice feeedback and upodates...
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Oct 04,2015
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By: 'Charles'
Oct 04,2015
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We decided to use Preston Baker (York Office) after seeing three Estate Agents in total. Our decision to go with them was based on the presentation delivered by Jodie, which was professional and very clear. Although we didn't have that much success with the Open ...
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As outlined in my main comments, the agents fees reflected the level of professionalism and care we received at all times. The overall experience was worth every penny. A dedicated team who all work towards ensuring that you receive the care and advice you expect during this stressful time of moving home.
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Sep 22,2015
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By: 'Georgina'
Sep 22,2015
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Karen has been amazing since our sale was put through to her I have felt so confident that my sale was in secure hands and the service I have received from Karen has been excellent. Karen has helped make the purchasing process stress free....
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Sep 22,2015
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By: 'C'
Sep 22,2015
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Our contact with Jodie at Preston Baker was very positive. He gave good clear and concise advice on how they would sell our property and how they were very proactive in their approach. Importantly Preston Baker were available evening and weekend should we need to ...
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We were initially offered 1.5% but asked for these to be reduced to 1.3% which was agreed.
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Sep 16,2015
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By: 'Rob'
Sep 16,2015
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Helen was superb. She provided fantastic support to us with a professional and courteous approach throughout our dealings. Cant recommend more highly....
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“Karen dealt with our sale in a very professional way. ......”

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Sep 08,2015
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By: 'Susan'
Sep 08,2015
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Karen dealt with our sale in a very professional way. She kept us informed along the way and offered advice and was very positive. Would highly recommend this Estate Agent company. Thank you Karen...
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Sep 05,2015
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By: 'C'
Sep 05,2015
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A first class service. Always professional, relentless in driving through the process but with a friendly positive attitude. Excellent communication throughout. Market beating charges too. This has been one of the most professional companies I have ever dealt with....
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Fees were the most competitive.
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Sep 03,2015
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By: 'Madeleine'
Sep 03,2015
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Happy with up front valuation and clear strategy for marketing. Very well organised with viewings, notifications etc. contact from office was consistent and useful. Always felt any potential buyers were also having good customer service. Very satisfied customer. Thank you Preston baker....
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Aug 27,2015
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By: 'Patrick'
Aug 27,2015
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Very helpful staff and friendly which made the sale of our house as easy as possible. We found their was always someone in the office to receive our calls....
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Aug 03,2015
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By: 'Liz'
Aug 03,2015
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Excellent estate agent. Really pleased I chose them out of the three I short listed. All the way from the valuation to the exchange the service has been excellent. The phone was always answered straight away and any messages were promptly relayed. Karen was really ...
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Due to standard of the marketing and sale management the fee were worth it.
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Jul 30,2015
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By: 'Graham'
Jul 30,2015
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Our experience dealing with Karen and Preston Baker was excellent at all times. We were always kept informed of key developments and Karen was also willing to follow up any requests we had immediately. She is very professional and courteous as well as pleasant and ...
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“The initial meeting with Jodie Hogarth for valuation was relaxed, ......”

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Jul 29,2015
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Jul 29,2015
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The initial meeting with Jodie Hogarth for valuation was relaxed, yet professional and helpful in describing the process ahead. The team had clearly done their research. It was also pleasing to get detailed literature on how to stage my home for sale, which validated my ...
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The fixed fee was clear and fair. Preston Baker also waived the additional costs of enhanced marketing. I feel this was very fair and appropriate given that this did not convert into any viewings on the open house viewing.
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“The service was excellent right from start, Helen was extraordinary ......”

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Jul 29,2015
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By: 'Kiran'
Jul 29,2015
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The service was excellent right from start, Helen was extraordinary and I felt she went over the top to lose our deal and given valuable advises at every step. Then came in Mortagage advisor Hannah Giltrap, she is also an other gem and lastly it ...
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Jul 06,2015
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By: 'Ben'
Jul 06,2015
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Karen couldn't of been more helpful. She may well have been my solicitor she was that good. Karen was excellent in communicating with me, and me and the seller. kept me informed with regular updates. Thank you Karen...
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“Karen made me feel like mine was the only house ......”

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Jun 28,2015
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By: 'Russell'
Jun 28,2015
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Karen made me feel like mine was the only house she was dealing with, giving me her seemingly undivided attention with an extremely great manner. Karen was direct, confident in her own ability and guided me through what is commonly known as a stressful time. ...
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“This was quite a difficult purchase as I had numerous ......”

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Jun 25,2015
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By: 'Jean'
Jun 25,2015
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This was quite a difficult purchase as I had numerous problems with my mortgage lender, Karen liaised with my solicitor and I on numerous occasions and kept the seller assured that the problems were through no fault of my own, thus making sure that even ...
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Jun 17,2015
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By: 'Faye'
Jun 17,2015
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The service we have received throughout our property search and purchase has been exceptional. From beginning to end we have been kept in the loop when new potential properties came on the market to receiving the excellent news our house had...
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Jun 14,2015
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By: 'Paul'
Jun 14,2015
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I found the services of Preston Baker very efficient and they kept me informed throughout the sales process. I would not hesitate to use them in the future....
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fees were reasonable.
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Jun 07,2015
Minithumbup
By: 'Lucy'
Jun 07,2015
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Selling your house is all about people and for that reason we would recommend the Walmgate Branch, York of Preston Baker for the service we received. Helen was our first contact to value, market and sell our house, Helen was honest and personable, she gave ...
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“Karen and Helen were fantastic, they dealt with all our ......”

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Jun 07,2015
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By: 'Gary&Christine'
Jun 07,2015
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Karen and Helen were fantastic, they dealt with all our queries,problems and stresses in a professional and efficient manor, never leaving us waiting, one call to either of them and the matter was dealt with usually within the hour. They are real assets to ...
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“Fantastic service. Our house was on the market with other ......”

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May 27,2015
Minithumbup
By: 'Helen'
May 27,2015
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Fantastic service. Our house was on the market with other agent before, only 2 viewings in 6 months. Preston Baker were really pro-active, got us at least 10 viewings, and offers from 2 purchasers. They were also great at regularly updating us on the situation. I honestly don't think ...
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“Sold the house in 2 days outstanding.Minnie has been a ......”

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May 19,2015
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By: 'Chris'
May 19,2015
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Sold the house in 2 days outstanding.Minnie has been a real help in helping to keep us informed and Karen has worked hard to progress matters. However, sometimes I would have liked you both to be more proactive rather than wait to respond to my ...
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The fees seem to be on the higher side than some of the competitors.
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May 19,2015
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By: 'Harvey'
May 19,2015
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Karen has made selling a property easy. Updates like clockwork every Saturday and along every step of the way. An outstanding representative of Preston Baker and a credit to the business. Thanks Karen for all your help....
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Top end of the fees scale but they get the job done.
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