Estate & Letting Agents in Lewes

With experience gained over the last 25 years, The Property Shop Estate Agents in Lewes offer expert advice and assistance for those looking to buy, sell or rent residential property in Lewes. With in-depth local knowledge of this magnificent area of East Sussex (BN7), we are ideally placed to help you find your dream home in Lewes.

We are a truly independent estate agency, and our estate agents are committed to providing a personalised service tailored to the needs of each customer. We are proud that many clients return to us time and time again.

Our expertise covers sales, lettings and property management. We assist all types of landlords, from the novice to the seasoned property investor. We are one of the few estate agents in Lewes that offer rent guarantee insurance, guaranteeing your rental income, in full, every month.

Address:

59 High Street
East Sussex BN2 7HE

Telephone:

01273 257406

Email:

info@tpsb.co.uk

Opening Hours:

Weekdays: from 09:00 to 18:00
Weekends: from 09:00(am) to 16:00
Days closed: Sunday

Lewes: Location and History

In the heart of rural Sussex, surrounded by chalk cliffs, lies the picturesque market town of Lewes. Known for its cobbled, narrow medieval streets, Norman Castle and many historic buildings, Lewes has a fascinating past and a thriving present. The River Ouse cuts through the town, with the South Downs rising on either side. Today Lewes is home to the largest and most famous bonfire night celebration in the UK, with the whole town transforming into a festival of fire for one night of the year.

Lewes is one of the prettiest places to live in East Sussex. It is a charming, picturesque country town nestled in the South Downs. Lewes is a countryside town with a strong sense of community. It is also close to the coast, giving residents the best of both worlds.

With easy links to London and Brighton, Lewes is popular with families and commuters looking to escape the city. Above-average house prices mean there are few first-time buyers in Lewes. The median age of Lewes residents is 45.

The Property Market

Property prices in Lewes have risen significantly in the last 10 years. As an old market town, there aren’t many new homes popping up in Lewes which would increase the supply. In Lewes, demand outstrips supply which is the reason behind consistently high house prices. The new homes being built are luxury riverside apartments with a correspondingly hefty price tag.

The overall average house price in Lewes is £554,976, properties range from £150,000 to £2 million.

Architecture

Lewes town centre is an eclectic mixture of Tudor, Georgian and Victorian buildings. A much-loved feature of Lewes is the winding network of alleyways which run north–south on either side of the High Street and date back to Anglo-Saxon times.

The historic town centre has a selection of grand family homes. Southover and Pells, to the north and south of the High Street, have many fine Georgian properties. Wallands Park in the suburbs comprises mainly Victorian and Edwardian homes. There are very few new builds in central Lewes due to planning constraints. Those that spring up are modern luxury developments of houses and flats on the outskirts of town or overlooking The River Ouse.

Getting Around

Direct trains from Lewes to London Victoria take just over an hour. There is also a regular train service to Brighton, with many residents commuting to Brighton for work. The bus service also connects Lewes to Brighton and the surrounding area. A bus from Brighton to Lewes takes around 35 minutes.

Lewes is at the intersection of the A26 and A27, providing excellent road links to surrounding towns and cities. If you fancy going further afield, Lewes to Gatwick Airport is just 35 minutes by car.

Schools

Most parents in Lewes send their children to state schools, although there is also a private school in the town.

Lewes has seven primary schools, and all are rated good by Ofsted. The two state comprehensive schools are co-educational, taking children aged 11 to 16. Both are judged “good” by Ofsted. East Sussex College has a campus in Lewes town centre providing a wide range of courses for 16-19 year olds.

Lewes Old Grammar School is an independent school on the High Street taking children aged 3 to 19.

Shopping & Entertainment

Lewes has a good mix of high-street shops and independent boutiques. There is a small food market selling local produce and takeaway nibbles each Friday and a larger farmers market held fortnightly.

There is a golf club, football club, tennis club and outdoor swimming pool in the town for sports enthusiasts.

Residents are spoilt for choice of excellent pubs, restaurants and cafes. The annual Lewes Bonfire Celebrations are world-class when the usually peaceful town of Lewes takes on a carnival party atmosphere.

“The Property Shop in Brighton & Hove are very professional with good communication, provided a very effortless and swift moving process with no problems so far. Would recommend this estate agency.” - Google Reviews

Hugo PattersonSeller

“Quick, efficient and honest service, no nonsense. The found me tenants in one week and took care of formalities. Very happy indeed, would recommend to all landlords.” - AllAgents

Eugene Paquis,Landlord

“I couldn't recommend this estate agency more. Having had multiple wasted journeys to view overpriced properties with other agents in Brighton, thankfully I met Lisel. Genuine, friendly professional service. She gave me an honest appraisal of my new abode and made the paperwork process a breeze. I would give 6 stars.” - Google Reviews

Colin McDonalBuyer

“Renting a home mid-March during a global pandemic presented its own set of issues. Thankfully, we had Tom to quickly & efficiently negotiate our leasing agreement, handle the paperwork and such, so we could scramble and prepare to move before the country went into lock down. With 2 days we picked up our keys, just in time.” - Google Reviews

Cassandra GobisTenant

“The Property Shop found me and my friends a really lovely flat, it was quick and easy and Thomas went over the top with the service he provided, best estate agent in Brighton. Massively recommend to everyone” - Google Reviews

Fancesca Aloi,Tenant

Meet The Lewes Estate Agents Team

We are a friendly and professional team offering an expert service, unparalleled local knowledge and industry expertise. Whether you are a buyer, seller, landlord or tenant, our team of estate agents will work hard to ensure your needs are satisfied. We will fully support you, keeping communication open, throughout the entire process of selling, buying or renting property. Helping you make the most of living and investing in this beautiful enclave of East Sussex.