Holden Estate Agents Maldon reviews

★★★★★ 5/5

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We were so pleased with the service that Holden's provided us in the selling of my mother's house. They were very supportive form the first meeting we had with them. We were always kept informed about the progress of the sale and any bumps along the way. Emails were answered promptly and if necessary followed up by a phone call. When we visited the office in Maldon they were very helpful with issues that we had not foreseen and we found it easy to solve any concerns we had.

Steve · 14 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Simply 10/10 - thank you!! I honestly cannot recommend the guys at Holdens enough. Despite a fairly tricky and lengthy process, their commitment and determination to get our transaction across the line never faltered. Phil is a calm and solid pair of hands; guiding us through each step and putting us at ease. Daryl and Ryan were also fantastic in stepping in to help if Phil was away/unavailable - so we always had someone we knew we could speak to. Thank you again guys

Liam · 14 November 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Holdens are an exceptional company who provided a professional, consistent, and proactive service when selling our home. Ryan and his team were always available to help with all queries and ensured a complex and emotional experience was relatively painless by managing our expectations and always over delivering in terms of effort made to communicate with others in our chain. Thank you Ryan & team!

Sarah · 14 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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I mainly liaised with Darryl. He came to value the property following the death of my step mother at what was a delicate time. He offered valuable guidance on how to negotiate marketing the property with the most suitable time to add the property to market, market price, property condition and aesthetics for the listing photos. During the viewings we found the we were kept informed. When offers made we received sound advice and guidance. Like any property situation we had some setbacks but again these were communicated with compassion and nothing was too much trouble. I have no doubt I was high maintenance to deal with and I thank Darryl and the team for the care and patience they gave to us in a difficult time.

Jemma · 3 April 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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From start to finish, the service from Holden with our sale and purchase was outstanding. From Amy in the office to Darryl, Phil and Ryan, we were looked after throughout the lengthy process and would recommend without a second thought. Without Phil behind the reins, the deal would have completely fallen through and we wouldn't be where we are today. Phil went above and beyond to push our sale through but more importantly the purchase, which was made increasingly more challenging due to someone within the chain being extremely difficult. Phil managed to resolve and make sure all parties got what they wanted and without the hard work he put in, as well as further support from his team, I don't believe our move would have happened.

Chris · 7 May 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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We originally decided to sell our house through Holdens as Ryan provided the most realistic valuation on our house and we liked his straight-talking advice on what work the house needed (and didn't need) before going on the market. We've found Ryan and his team to be professional, approachable and highly knowledgeable and have always been on hand when we've had questions or needed help. Ryan has been an enormous help in not just selling our house, but with negotiations on the house we were buying and his pro-active approach has made our move possible. We wouldn't use any other agents after our experience and would rate Holdens 5 stars without hesitation.

Natalie · 29 April 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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Amy was great and very patient whilst we waited for a never ending probate process to complete. Multiple visits for builders to give quotes, way before exchange, were facilitated and all in all, a really really good service. Even got a welcome pack for my new house when we eventually got probate (9mths later)...never had a welcome pack before, so a lovely touch. Amy is a credit to the estate agency business, which as we all know, doesn't have a good reputation! She even cleared out some rubbish left behind by the sellers! Awesome

Mark · 7 April 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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From meeting Phil for the first time, he was very professional and polite, and come across very friendly, and explained every process clearly which put us both at ease. Throughout the whole process we found Phil very helpful and understanding, and his communication skills was 100%, always keeping us informed throughout the stages which we thought was very important, and we always felt that he was working for us, nothing was ever to much trouble, so we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Phil and his team to friends/family and anybody who was in the market for buying or selling a property. ☆☆☆☆☆ service throughout.

Susan · 7 March 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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A fantastic experience with Holden Estate Agents! As a first-time buyer, the process of purchasing my first home was initially overwhelming, but thanks to Phil Cumbers at Holden, it became an incredibly smooth and positive experience. Phil was absolutely amazing, he answered all of my questions patiently, no matter how small, and maintained excellent communication with me throughout the entire process until completion. What really stood out was Phil’s calm and understanding nature. I tend to be quite an anxious person, and buying a house brought even more anxiety than I anticipated. However, Phil’s patience and reassuring energy made all the difference, helping me feel relaxed and supported during such a big milestone. I’ve dealt with a few estate agencies while searching for a home, and none have been as welcoming, understanding, and non-judgmental as Holden. They truly go above and beyond to ensure their clients feel comfortable, no matter how many questions, calls, or emails there are along the way. I can’t recommend Holden Estate Agents enough, especially their office at 15 High Street, Maldon. If you’re looking for a professional, friendly, and reliable team to help you with buying or selling a home, this is the place to go. Thank you again to Phil Cumbers and the Holden team for making my first home purchase such an stress-free and enjoyable experience!

Senada · 17 December 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Excellent service on our sale from Holden from start to finish. They kept us very informed and continually chased other parties where others in the chain were not very helpful. When our chain collapsed, Phil, Darryl and Amy were all very helpful and considerate in helping us decide what to do next at a difficult time and it all worked out very well in the end. We are very grateful for the effort the team put in on our sale and would definitely recommend to anyone in the local area. Thank you very much!

Ben · 5 February 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

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We originally decided to sell our house through Holdens as Ryan provided the most realistic valuation on our house and we liked his straight-talking advice on what work the house needed (and didn't need) before going on the market. We've found Ryan and his team to be professional, approachable and highly knowledgeable and have always been on hand when we've had questions or needed help. Ryan has been an enormous help in not just selling our house, but with negotiations on the house we were buying and his pro-active approach has made our move possible. We wouldn't use any other agents after our experience and would rate Holdens 5 stars without hesitation.

Natalie · 7 December 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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The team at Holdens made a difficult process much easier. From the initial 'consultation' with Ryan, to the photograph and drawing up details process with Phil to the eventual sale (and purchase), they always made us feel like we were in safe and honest hands who were working in our very best interests. At all times, Phil and Amy communicated with us, answered countless questions with patience and helped to move the process along. They were always repsonsive to emails or messages if we were ever unable to get hold of them immediately. I can honestly say that the team at Holdens go above and beyond what estate agents usually do and I wouldn't sell again with anyone else.

Claire · 9 September 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Holden was my first choice as I had them before for my previous sale and I liked the way that they are friendly. This time time they were excellent in adapting in way of communicating as I am deaf and cannot hear on the phone. They, particularly Amy, made themselves approachable and had the knack of being friendly and professional in their dealing with me. I recommend them to anyone who wants honest, approachable and professional team.

Sarah · 7 December 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Holdens have helped us a number of times over a 19 year period. Most importantly they have always been honest and professional in all aspects and made what can be a very stressful and exhausting time a lot easier. Many thanks to Ryan and the team.

Lee · 14 November 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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We have just moved my elderly parents and bought the property with the help of Holden Estates. We are so grateful for the exceptional service we received from Ryan and his team from start to finish. Ryan went over and above in helping us, clearly explaining costs, the whole buy/sell process, the area my parents have moved to. He was always available to answer our multiple questions in laymen's terms so my parents and us were clear. If anyone is thinking of moving I would highly recommend using Holden Estates.

Jackie · 6 July 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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I have recently purchased a property through Holden's & I cannot recommend them enough. Amy has been amazing, from the first point of contact when arranging the viewing all the way through to completion, the communication was outstanding & made the whole process much less stressful. Amy is very knowledgeable and remained professional throughout, nothing was ever to much, even after my 100 requests to access the property :) Thank you so much Amy, I will most defiantly be in touch in the future.

Sophie · 6 July 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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From the very first contact, right through to completion, Darryl, Amy and the team have been highly professional, proactive, supportive and helpful. Communication has been outstanding and the level of service remained the same high level throughout the whole process with regular updates to keep us aware of what was happening. The team were always very thoughtful and took lots of time to explain everything and always tried to help wherever they could. I would not hesitate to recommend Holden's to anyone who needs the services of an estate agent.

Alan · 6 July 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Holdens were exceptional from both a selling and purchasing point of view! We were blown away by the level of excellent communication from them, the transparency of the chain and the reassurance we needed at times. What makes their service outstanding is the ongoing excellent service once the offers had been accepted. Holden's never once dropped their service levels, they were maintained from start to finish which was the most important part for me, as from previous experience once an offer has been accepted - agents seem to leave you to it and give the odd update here and there. In summary, I couldn't have been happier from the service we received from Holden's and they will always have my recommendation!

Natasha · 6 July 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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First class service from start to finish. The quality of property details and the virtual tours that the agent prepares are of a high quality. Communication has been professional, friendly and very clear with all members of the team that I have spoken with. Arranging viewing is done efficiently and with text message confirmations provided. Sales Progression is so often underestimated but Holden provide the same level of attention to this as the sales process itself. I received regular updates throughout the process without the need to chase. I have no hesitation in recommending Holden Estate agents; they are without doubt the best estate agent that I have dealt with

David · 6 July 2022

★★★★★ 1/5

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Tried to arrange an viewing ,we were met with hostility and rudness.The estate agent did not seem to be interested in showing us the property in fact he seem to do every thing he could by saying that the property was in poor condition and it was on a busy road he said it was not worth him getting in his car driving over showing us around if you are wasting my time. He also question our finacial situation implying we could not afford it even though he did not fully know our financial situation. His attitude made us not want to view. Very poor service ,rude and there are other bad reviews. not worth the one star you have to give to post review.

Paul · 14 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Holden's went above and beyond helping us with our property sale. Always available to provide support and guidance, gave honest and direct advice on the best way to maximise the value and was committed to us every step of the way. They were invaluable in smoothing over negotiations, chasing up solicitors on our behalf and planning ahead for each step to avoid potential pitfalls. Having Holden's handle our sale wasn't just about doing some marketing and collecting a fee. It was like having a fully invested partner in the process every step, from day one right through to completion and beyond.

James · 14 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Buying a house can be overwhelming, but this estate agent made the experience much easier. They were knowledgeable about the market, honest in their advice, and always available when I needed clarification. Their professionalism and calm approach really stood out, especially during more complex stages of the purchase. Thanks to their dedication, I’m now happily settled in my new home. I truly appreciate all their hard work and would gladly use them again in the future.

BETMY · 14 March 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Excellent service, everyone we dealt with were so helpful- always went above and beyond for us. No question was too much. They remained professional at all times and kept us updated throughout the whole buying process. As first time buyers we did not find the process at all daunting and that’s down to the help and support from Holden (particularly Amy and Phil) who would take their time to explain certain aspects in more detail if we were unsure about anything. 10/10 fantastic customer service, couldn’t fault them!PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism

Natasha · 25 August 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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Holden Estates were professional and reassuringly friendly throughout the whole process. From the initial meeting we were impressed by their knowledge and guidance on how to proceed. The setup was painless and the photos made out house look fantastic which I am sure led to the number of viewings and ultimate sale of our property. Throughout the peak of the COVID pandemic we were receiving updates and correspondence that helped us feel in control and assured of what was going on. I would very much recommend Holden estates.PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism

Dan · 25 August 2021