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 £479,913, with properties typically selling for 16.0% below asking price. Most homes take around 12 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
£439,908
£421,229
11 weeks
Semi-detached
£444,781
£416,000
12 weeks
Terraced
£435,021
£352,024
12 weeks
Flat
£252,977
£228,881
12 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
£195,119
£189,530
12 weeks
2 bedroom
£296,755
£298,786
12 weeks
3 bedroom
£430,679
£409,300
12 weeks
4 bedroom
£649,703
£566,214
12 weeks
5+ bedroom
£1,063,731
£754,254
12 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 £479,913 and typically sell for around £403,248.

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

    On average, it takes 12 weeks to sell a property in Essex.

  • What types of properties sell fastest in Essex?

    In Essex, detached properties sell the fastest, averaging just 11 weeks.

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

    In Essex, homes are listed for an average of £479913 but sell for around £403248, which is a difference of £76665 (15.97%).

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

    A 1 bedroom property in Essex typically sells for around £189,530 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 £248,183. It usually takes around 12 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 £409,300 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 £536,349. It usually takes around 12 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 £754,254 on average.

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