Compare the best estate agents in Essex

Thinking of selling your home in Essex? This page helps you compare local estate agents based on key performance data - including how fast they sell homes, how close they get to asking price, and how many properties they've sold recently. You'll also find insights into the Essex property market to help you choose the right time, price, and agent to sell with confidence.

Essex property market snapshot

The average home in Essex is listed at £470,723, with properties typically selling for 15.8% below asking price. Most homes take around 13 weeks to sell.

If you're planning to sell, understanding how long homes stay on the market - and how much buyers are negotiating - can help you set the right price and expectations. Explore the breakdowns by property type and number of bedrooms below.

Essex property market statistics by property type

Here's how different types of properties perform on average across Essex:

Property type Average listing price Average sale price Average weeks on market
Detached
£440,357
£416,913
13 weeks
Semi-detached
£439,619
£408,441
13 weeks
Terraced
£427,574
£377,203
14 weeks
Flat
£250,119
£228,694
13 weeks

Essex property market statistics by bedrooms

Sale price and time on market can vary based on the number of bedrooms. Here's how it breaks down locally:

Bedrooms Average listing price Average sale price Average weeks on market
1 bedroom
£194,123
£194,509
13 weeks
2 bedroom
£295,303
£294,756
13 weeks
3 bedroom
£427,971
£404,334
13 weeks
4 bedroom
£644,258
£568,029
13 weeks
5+ bedroom
£1,049,239
£730,437
14 weeks
(Based on analysing data from the last 6 months)

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Frequently asked questions

  • What is the average house price in Essex?

    Homes in Essex are listed for an average of £470,723 and typically sell for around £396,217.

  • How long does it take to sell a property in Essex?

    On average, it takes 13 weeks to sell a property in Essex.

  • What types of properties sell fastest in Essex?

    In Essex, detached properties sell the fastest, averaging just 13 weeks.

  • What’s the difference between asking price and sale price in Essex?

    In Essex, homes are listed for an average of £470723 but sell for around £396217, which is a difference of £74506 (15.83%).

  • How much does a 1 bedroom property sell for in Essex on average?

    A 1 bedroom property in Essex typically sells for around £194,509 on average.

  • How much does a 2 bedroom flat sell for in Essex on average?

    A 2 bedroom flat in Essex typically sells for around £242,295. It usually takes around 13 weeks to sell.

  • How much does a 3 bedroom property sell for in Essex on average?

    A 3 bedroom property in Essex typically sells for around £404,334 on average.

  • How much does a 4 bedroom semi-detached sell for in Essex on average?

    A 4 bedroom semi-detached in Essex typically sells for around £528,766. It usually takes around 13 weeks to sell.

  • How much does a 5 bedroom property sell for in Essex on average?

    A 5 bedroom property in Essex typically sells for around £730,437 on average.

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