Nicholas James reviews

★★★★★ 5/5

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Having been with another Letting agent for over 20 years & becoming very dissatisfied with their service provided by inexperienced staff (following the last takeover) & extra high charges & decided it was time to move Agents. I was recommended to Nicholas James and so very pleased to now be looked after by a small team who are experienced, knowledgeable, and understand the property market in Brighton & Hove. At Nicholas James I have dealt with Luke and Sharon & James who have all provided excellent and professional service. I would definitely recommend Nicholas James Sales & Lettings to my friends.

Sally · 3 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I would highly recommend this estate agent. All the people I dealt with were very professional, helpful and informed. They were quick to respond whenever I called or messaged on WhatsApp. I mainly dealt with Nick and I was impressed with the level of guidance and support he gave me as a first time buyer from the initial viewing all the way through to completion. I will definitely call on them again if ever I need an estate agent!

James · 17 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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A faultless service from start to finish. A big thank you to Luke and the rest of the team at Nicholas James, who never fail to impress with their professionalism and expertise. Their attention to detail, clear communication, and dedication to achieving the best outcome made the entire process smooth and stress-free. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them and look forward to working with them again in the future

Santino · 3 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Nick and team were brilliant for the sale of our flat. I was impressed by Nick's communication right from the first meeting, and he did an excellent job of keeping us updated and relaxed throughout the process, and was very helpful for any questions that we had. Would highly recommend!

Guy · 17 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Nick at Nicholas James represented the sellers of a flat that I bought in Hove. There were problems with the chain (the sale of my existing flat hit problrms) But eventually everything went through. Nick was professional, calm, friendly and efficient throughout. Very helpful.

Tim · 17 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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⸻ After months of trying (and failing) to sell my property with multiple estate agents, I’d genuinely started to believe my flat just wasn’t worth it. The whole experience had become frustrating and disheartening, until I was introduced to Nicholas James. From the second they walked through the door, the difference was undeniable. The energy, the enthusiasm, the ideas, it was like night and day compared to what I’d experienced before. For the first time, I felt like someone actually wanted to sell my home. I made the decision to cut ties with my previous agent, and honestly, I wish I’d done it sooner. Within just three weeks, I had a buyer. Luke, who handled my sale, was exceptional. Professional, positive, and genuinely invested, he kept me informed, reassured, and supported every step of the way. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble. Nicholas James didn’t just sell my property, they completely changed my perception of what a great estate agent should be. Compared to them, others feel stagnant, disengaged, and lacking drive. If you’re serious about selling, don’t waste your time elsewhere. I honestly and wholeheartedly recommend them..

Roberta · 3 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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We had an outstanding experience with Nicholas James (for the second time!!) from start to finish. They not only sold our flat smoothly, but also helped us find and secure our dream home. The whole team was brilliant: personable, professional, and always available when we needed them. They really took the time to demystify what can often be a stressful and complicated process, making everything feel clear and manageable (especially since we had two kids in tow). A special mention has to go to Nick, who was exceptional throughout. His dedication, communication, and genuine care went above and beyond our expectations. We honestly couldn’t be happier with the service we received. If you’re looking for a knowledgeable estate agent with a bespoke touch you can trust, look no further. These are the best in the business.

Gavin · 27 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I’ve worked with James at Nicholas James Estate Agents in Hove on multiple property purchases and they also manage lettings for me. The service has been excellent throughout. If you’re looking for a reliable estate agent in Hove or Brighton, I would highly recommend them. James is extremely knowledgeable about the Brighton & Hove property market and has been very helpful when buying property locally. He is always responsive, professional and easy to deal with, which makes the whole buying process much smoother. What really stands out is that James is always honest, even when it’s to his own short term detriment. That kind of integrity is rare in the property world and is exactly what you want when working with an estate agent. Nicholas James also manage rental properties for me in Hove and the lettings management service has been excellent. If you’re looking for an estate agent in Hove for buying, selling or property lettings, I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend James and the team.

Garreth · 17 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I’ve recently moved to Brighton in a property managed by Nicholas James. The whole team I dealt with from beginning to end and in particualr Keri, were fantastic. Moves are always stressful but they were consummate professionals and made securing the flat and moving into it as stress free as moves can be. Having dealt with estate agents in Brighton before as well as other places in the UK, this is probably the best experience I’ve had and I would highly recommend them.

Ioannis · 17 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Great experience with Luke, Sharon and the team. I’ve used many agents in the Brighton and Hove area and can happily say that I found the communication and approach taken with this agency far better.

Raavi · 17 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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James Perry at Nicholas James estate agents, Hove was absolutely superb. I live over 200 miles away from the flat that was being sold. What was important to me was finding a genuine and transparent agent who would act in our best interests. James and I met at the property. I had arranged to see two other agents. By some distance James was the best. Not just about price and some of the usual services, but transparency, honesty and a very professional approach to keeping me informed. Importantly he would take personal responsibility for the viewings, many agents say this but don't deliver, James did. At every stage he led not only the sale and viewings but kept me informed of progress far more efficiently than our conveyancer ever managed. He made the whole process reassuring and professional. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend him and 'Nicholas James' to anyone looking to sell in the Brighton and Hove area. First class. VincePositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism, Value

Paul · 12 June 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Nick has been incredible and has truly gone above and beyond. We have had a tricky purchase involving probate and he is absolutely responsible for getting it to the finish line. He’s been so helpful and reassuring throughout this whole process. Thank you Nick!!!

H · 17 November 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Out of all the local estate agents I invited to value my home, Nick stood out head and shoulders above the rest as being highly professional, personable, honest and trustworthy - exactly the sort of person you want selling your home. When I decided instead to revert from selling to letting, the transition to Luke was seamless and again, professional, reliable and efficient. The flat was let within days for a very competitive fee. I won't hesitate to use them again. Highly recommended!

Tom · 10 November 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Our sincere thanks to Nick and James and Luke for a brilliant, professional service. We have worked with their team to consider all aspects of selling and letting our property. Throughout all our discussions and working together they have been intelligent, well informed and with a clear expertise in the industry as well as detailed local knowledge. I have already signposted several friends to them as I consider them to be both likeable and friendly and excellent at their jobs and with none of the pushy estate agents patter you can sometimes encounter! I have particularly valued their carefully thought out way of doing things and their clarity in their policies and ways of working. It is always a pleasure to deal with them. There is always a sense of being in ‘safe hands’ with them. Trustworthy, diligent, courteous, extremely smart, and ‘switched on’ generally. In 25 years of living in Brighton (and buying and selling and renting in this time) I have never had a better or more pleasant experience in all things property. I consider them to be likeable and truthful, as well as great at the business side of things.

Vakyoom · 10 November 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Exceptional service from Nick and the team. Their knowledge, experience and advice was invaluable and we can 100% recommend them. Thank you to the whole team.

Carl · 17 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Luke and the team at Nicholas James did a fantastic job managing the sale of my part-ownership flat. The sale was complicated due to a high service charge which limited the property to cash buyers only. Despite this, the team at Nicholas …

Sophie · 17 October 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Nick, James, Luke and the team were fantastic throughout the process of selling our property. Their advice was always well considered, communication was great and the whole team were a pleasure to deal with throughout the process. Would absolutely use these guys again and recommend to others. Thank you!

Daniel · 17 August 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Nick James sold me my beautiful house in Portslade. I only dealt with Nick throughout the whole process and I always found him to be approachable, helpful, warm and genuine and a brilliant mediator between myself and the vendors. Nothing was ever too much trouble when I had to ask Nick to ask the vendors about certain aspects of the house. He was always quick & efficient in replies. Nick is always cheerful and easy going and I would throughly recommend him and his team if you are looking to buy/sell or rent. Will certainly be using their services again in the future. Great team Nick .. thank you for everything xPositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism

Faye · 25 August 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Great service offered by James and the team at Nicolas James. TSmooth and effortless process. We were kept informed throughout the buy and sale transactions. The online portal also made it extremely transparent. The ad of our home really gave a great insight into our property and the way potential buyers were dealt with was second to none, so much so we got a sale price that we had thought was possible and James and the team worked hard to make this a reality. Would/have already recommended Nicolas James to friends and family. So much so a family member has used Nicolas James to rent out their property. Keep up the amazing service guys and thanks for all your help.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism

Richard · 25 August 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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I've worked with Nick twice now on the sale and purchase of property. In a world of inflated egos, Nick and his team are professional, super experienced, and down to earth - they're also nice people to work with! We had a complex chain and i have no doubt we wouldn't be in our new place if it wasn't for Nick's skilled management across the moving parts , and the high emotion that comes with buying and selling a house. Couldn't recommend them more highly!

John · 12 June 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Out of all the local estate agents I invited to value my home, Nick stood out head and shoulders above the rest as being highly professional, personable, honest and trustworthy - exactly the sort of person you want selling your home. When I decided instead to revert from selling to letting, the transition to Luke was seamless and again, professional, reliable and efficient. The flat was let within days for a very competitive fee. I won't hesitate to use them again. Highly recommended!

Tom · 12 June 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Our sincere thanks to Nick and James and Luke for a brilliant, professional service. We have worked with their team to consider all aspects of selling and letting our property. Throughout all our discussions and working together they have been intelligent, well informed and with a clear expertise in the industry as well as detailed local knowledge. I have already signposted several friends to them as I consider them to be both likeable and friendly and excellent at their jobs and with none of the pushy estate agents patter you can sometimes encounter! I have particularly valued their carefully thought out way of doing things and their clarity in their policies and ways of working. It is always a pleasure to deal with them. There is always a sense of being in ‘safe hands’ with them. Trustworthy, diligent, courteous, extremely smart, and ‘switched on’ generally. In 25 years of living in Brighton (and buying and selling and renting in this time) I have never had a better or more pleasant experience in all things property. I consider them to be likeable and truthful, as well as great at the business side of things.

My · 12 June 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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From the offset, Nicholas James stood out as more focussed on selling my property compared to other agents who seemed more interested in upselling their other services/referrals. Marketing was hugely effective and had a host of viewings and early offers within days. Worked with James to hold out for the right buyers for me, who soon came along. James was faultless throughout the conveyancing process and was very active when the process with solicitors was slowing down. Would definitely recommend the team and I’ll have no hesitation in working with them again in the future.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

Chris · 12 June 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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James, Nick and the team were great thought out the whole selling process, the whole team is very professional. Communication was spot on throughout the selling process, we were kept well informed and after each viewing provided with regular feed back from each potential buyer. We also liked there use of technology and the fact that as the seller I had access to an online portal were we could see all the viewing dates booked in the diary etc. We found them to be likeable, honest and trust worthy.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

Caroline · 12 June 2021