Established since 1987 Centurion Property Services is an independent estate agency with an unrivalled reputation for providing a friendly, professional and trustworthy service, tailored to meet all your property buying and selling requirements. All our staff are NAEA qualified and have worked at Centurion for over 10 years, during which time they have accumulated a wealth of local knowledge.
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Braintree can trace its origins back before the Romans. The town prospered from the 17th century when Flemish immigrants made the town famous for its wool cloth trade. It then became a centre for silk manufacturing when George Courtauld opened a silk mill in the town in the 19th Century. Braintree is an historic market town surrounded by pretty villages but at the same time offers exceptional transport links.
The Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) is a compulsory document provided by a Domestic Energy Assessor or Home Inspector (who should be registered or approved) on all properties Residential Sales & Lettings and Commercial which are offered for sale or to let. The EPC is compulsory and will be paid for by the Vendor at extra cost, though a small fraction of the total cost of selling your home.
We experienced disappointment trying to sell our house with other vendors, Centurion were so supportive and we were able to sell close to our asking price. We now rent from them- we receive great communication and support in this area too. We have sold through Centurion 3 times over the last 20 years.
Selling your home can be stressful so it is important to choose an agent you can trust who will make this process as smooth as possible. We at Centurion, aim to eliminate the stress and make the experience as easy as possible. Once you have seen and approved our particulars of your home, you will then be in a position to receive prospective buyers.
The Client Money Protection Schemes for Property Agents (Approval and Designation of Schemes) Regulations 2018. Centurion provides a range of letting and management services based on the experience, skills and expertise of our lettings team, and you can be assured that we have a detailed understanding of the lettings and management sector and will ensure that you are given the best possible service.
Reviews (12)
Geoffrey Jackson
May 16, 2020
Donna D.
Nov 14, 2019
Daniel Freshwater
Jan 02, 2019
This is a first class estate agent. We worked with James Overall, who sold us a house in Braintree in September 2017. It was a complex sale, and took a lot of time, . James was fabulously professional and helpful colleague to deal with. In my experience of the property world, James has been the most impressive individual I have worked with. He was constantly in touch with us during the year in which we were looking for the right property.
He understood what we were looking for, because he listened to us. He never suggested that we look at something that did not fit our specification (other agents did I am afraid). But crucially, when it came to 'doing the deal', he handled it with quite extraordinary skill. It was not at all straightforward and so he and I had dozens of phone calls and email exchanges.
He always did what he said he would do, and without fail rang back exactly when he said he would. I am not in the habit of writing reviews like this, but I am doing it in this case because I was incredibly impressed with the service we got from Centurion in Braintree, and from James in particular. We could not have had better support and service from an estate agent, and I would honestly recommend anyone looking for a good agent to work with James and Centurion
He understood what we were looking for, because he listened to us. He never suggested that we look at something that did not fit our specification (other agents did I am afraid). But crucially, when it came to 'doing the deal', he handled it with quite extraordinary skill. It was not at all straightforward and so he and I had dozens of phone calls and email exchanges.
He always did what he said he would do, and without fail rang back exactly when he said he would. I am not in the habit of writing reviews like this, but I am doing it in this case because I was incredibly impressed with the service we got from Centurion in Braintree, and from James in particular. We could not have had better support and service from an estate agent, and I would honestly recommend anyone looking for a good agent to work with James and Centurion
Jenny Jinman
Nov 18, 2018
Christopher Watkins
Nov 07, 2018
My partner and I lived in Braintree for 3 years up until May this year. For a majority of that time, we lived in a one-bedroom ground floor apartment which we found through another letting agent (Boydens), who we were not satisfied with as a letting agent. Fortunately, during our tenancy, the property was transferred over to Centurion. Centurion were a breath of fresh air compared to Boydens.
Due to a fault in the apartment above ours, our flat was temporarily flooded. Centurion were able to take action on this in a timely manner, were always friendly and professional, and we felt that they were keeping on-top of our issue. James and Lee were great and responded to any communication we had with them immediately. Due to a change in personal circumstances, my partner and I had to relocate and couldn't use Centurion again. However, we would both strongly recommend anyone who's moving to Braintree to use these guys.
Due to a fault in the apartment above ours, our flat was temporarily flooded. Centurion were able to take action on this in a timely manner, were always friendly and professional, and we felt that they were keeping on-top of our issue. James and Lee were great and responded to any communication we had with them immediately. Due to a change in personal circumstances, my partner and I had to relocate and couldn't use Centurion again. However, we would both strongly recommend anyone who's moving to Braintree to use these guys.
Sv Titanium
Sep 17, 2018
Had the pleasure of receiving professional services from Centurion for many years and I can't recommend them highly enough. In particular, the property management services are top notch. As an overseas landlord, I can completely leave my affairs in the hands of James Overall. Regarding property sales, they simply can't do enough to keep you informed every step of the way. I have never had any problems with getting someone on the phone or responding to my emails. A very professional agency!
Laura Davies
Aug 15, 2018
I don't often write reviews but felt that I should this time. The staff at centurion were extremely helpful and provided an affordable and friendly service when we sold our house. They really couldn't do enough for us. I Would definitely recommend them over others we have used in the area. Thank you centurion for making our house move that little bit easier.
Omar Sagripanti
Jul 12, 2018
Lee and James are the most helpful agents that you can find. They should franchise the method. With a vast wealth of knowledge they will provide pragmatic, quick and useful responses 10 out of10 times that you approach to them. In nearly 5 years that I have been working with them never let me down. They are honest, reliable and ready to manage any situation with professionalism and kindness. I would not doubt in recommend them to anyone who is looking for trustworthy estate agents.
Duncan Roberts
Jun 18, 2018
David Brierley
Jun 14, 2018
I have known Lee since he started at Centurion as a Work experience student whilst still at school [which means quite a long time or at least 10 years, lol!] and through all of the many problems I have had during the years he has always done all he could to help get me through those problems. In recent years I have also had many dealings with James and I can honestly say that he also has done all he can to help. Long may they continue to keep going!
Keith Phillips
May 23, 2018
We have sold though Centurion 3 times over the last 20 years. Every time we have felt we have been given good, honest, solid advice. Not only on achievable price but also marketing strategy, potential buyers and possible timescales. The last house in Rayne achieved full asking price from the recommendation of James to go with an open house (which he handled for us).
Both James and Lee have always given it to us from the 'hip' which has meant that we can use the honest advice to help us with our purchasing from say less honest or reliable agents in the town! We have also found that James and Lee are so in tune with the local conveyencers too, which takes so much of the stress out of the crucial 'getting it over the line' to exchange. If you want the most experienced Estate Agents in the area then they are the best.
Both James and Lee have always given it to us from the 'hip' which has meant that we can use the honest advice to help us with our purchasing from say less honest or reliable agents in the town! We have also found that James and Lee are so in tune with the local conveyencers too, which takes so much of the stress out of the crucial 'getting it over the line' to exchange. If you want the most experienced Estate Agents in the area then they are the best.
Susan Mac Nicol
Nov 23, 2017