Finders Keepers Oxford reviews

★★★★★ 1/5

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Utter Lies! So Unprofessional

Firstly I would give them a 0 if I could! I have never come across a letting agent who is so unprofessional before. I enquired about a property with the Bicester office her name was Holly. I found her to be incredibly rude, unprofessional and deceitful about the whole process with an enquiry on renting a property. She was very abrupt with myself and a colleague, didn’t return calls or emails and IGNORED my calls as she would answer to another mobile other than mine. I asked to view the property several times and was told it wasn’t possible even though it was empty and still being advertised as on the market! The property now says let agreed and she still hasn’t informed me, I would have been totally fine if she had told me from the start that the process was already going through rather than lying about the whole “I’m waiting on the landlord to get back to me”. I feel she was saving the property for someone else. So disgusted.

Jackie · 6 August 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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Cruel, unethical, exploitative - AVOID

I have submitted a formal complaint about this company which is 11 pages long, but the key points I'll share with others are: - I requested an early end to the tenancy due to personal circumstances with my mother being ill with stage 4 cancer and wanting to be local. Finders Keepers were not supportive and it took a really long time (7 months after first request) AND a cash incentive of a month's free rent to the tenant to get any kind of traction and hope of having my property back. The lack of basic compassion and kindness made a difficult time so, so much harder. - An early end to the tenancy was agreed, but then Finders Keepers tried to charge me £1500 in management fees for the length of the original tenancy - so for six months in which the property would be vacant and absolutely NO management service would be required. Deborah Blanchard hounded me for this fee, during an already deeply challenging and stressful time. I put up some resistance and got it reduced. I was so deeply overwhelmed that I agreed to £450. In fact, I should not have to pay a penny to this company, who have caused me as much stress as possible, and sought to financially exploit me as much as possible, during one of the most stressful times of my life. - When the tenancy FINALLY ended, the company took it upon themselves to cancel my Selective License with Oxford City Council, attempting to void my investment of £564 which I paid for for the license, and attempting to limit my ability to further rent out my property. At no point had this been discussed with me and at no point had I ever given Finders Keepers authority to do this. They misinformed the Council that my property was sold when it had not. This is a legal matter which I am taking forward through the Property Ombudsman and likely, the courts. - Evie Boyles attempted to release my tenant's deposit without awaiting confirmation or consent from me, which is yet a gross violation of tenancy law. All in all, this company has caused me a staggering amount of stress, and has reminded me just how heartless some people can be, no matter what you are going through. Finders Keepers cares only about profit. They think the right way to run a business is to manipulate and pressure clients in order to gain the maximum funds they can. They do not realise the right way to run a business is to provide a fair, decent service, leading to recommendations and respect. They now face Ombudsman action and legal action. I let out another property via Darlows (SpicerHaart) and the experience is impeccable. Kind, decent, honest and fair. It could not be further from the exploitative, cruel, and deeply callous treatment from Finders Keepers. I wish I'd never had dealings with this company. Also, when I collected keys, a member of staff attempted to bully me at the office. At this point, I was beyond weary. I hope she grows up soon. In conclusion, avoid this company. They don't deserve your business.

Zoe · 1 August 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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An incredible team! Everyone I interacted with was highly communicative and impressively proactive, making the entire process seamless and completely stress-free. A special thank you to Emma, who gave us a fantastic tour of the property and was incredibly warm and welcoming. Highly recommend!

Lillian · 24 February 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We've had a great experience with Finders Keepers so far. Rebecca is always lovely and very helpful.

B · 11 October 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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Is this Victorian Britain in the Industrial Revolution?

So bad … I wish I had read these reviews prior to renting through this company. The house we rented was really expensive over 2k. It was terrible the roof leaked, mouldy windows, stunk of cigarettes, dangerous oven which was a fire risk, found a razer and metal tools all over the mud pit garden, unusable conservatory due to leak, toilets were disgusting, central heating oil tank leaking !!!! … so we moved in I cleaned it up and complained about the issues above all of which were ignored except the oven after I paid an electrician to make an assessment and the oil tank as it was an environmental hazard !!! Now after all that we have moved out and they are keeping our deposit !!! This company takes advantage of people and should be made accountable… do not use

Abi · 29 April 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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We rented a property for 12 months from FK in Oxford. Adrian Higgins was our property manager. As a letting agent he was extremely efficient and swift in his responses. Whenever there was an issue, he would organise for someone to come round and try and fix the problem, usually within 24 hours, without any questions asked. He was very helpful. He also advocated on our behalf when requested rather than shutting us down (e.g. asking the landlord for permission for a pet). Generally we were given notice prior to house visits, tradespeople attending or viewings. If there was a property listed in future that I liked, I would use FK again.

Kyan · 14 June 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Ive been renting via FK for 4 months. I'm posting because the difference to the previous agency (well known & ubiquitous in Oxford) couldn't be more stark. The process and paperwork at the start were straightforward and not onerous. There was a local person at the end of the phone at all time, I wasnt passed to head office in another part of the UK. My contact was personable, and accessible. The portal to log problems is easy to use (although has times when it doesn't work for a day or so), and so far nearly all the problems I've logged have been dealt with pretty fast, and the plumbers, heating engineer, appliances supplier have been courteous and on time for appointments.

Zoe · 14 June 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I moved with my cat to Oxford last year and contacted almost all the agencies. Some agencies cancelled my appointments without giving me any explanation. On the other hand, Finders Keepers convinced the landlord and I was able to rent the house I wanted (special thanks to Emma!). Based on my experience, I can say that East Oxford Finders Keepers is the only agency that treats not only landlords but also tenants as customers and provides the same (high) quality of service. I highly recommend them and I hope I will always have the chance to work with them in the future.

Zeynep · 14 June 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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We rented a property for 12 months from FK in Oxford. Adrian Higgins was our property manager. As a letting agent he was extremely efficient and swift in his responses. Whenever there was an issue, he would organise for someone to come round and try and fix the problem, usually within 24 hours, without any questions asked. He was very helpful. He also advocated on our behalf when requested rather than shutting us down (e.g. asking the landlord for permission for a pet). Generally we were given notice prior to house visits, tradespeople attending or viewings. If there was a property listed in future that I liked, I would use FK again.

Kyan · 23 January 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I have recently moved to a new apartment found it with Finder Keepers, the process of letting was smooth thanks to Emma, who facilitated everything, Adrian is my assigned as a property manager, and I must say Adrian is brilliant!, always available for help and support. I can’t recommend these guys enough. Thanks Adrian.

Ahmad · 14 April 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Fantastic estate agency, Rebecca was very helpful during the whole process. Thank you!

Miguel · 11 October 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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The team at Finders Keepers have been great at helping me and my partner find a rental property in Oxford. They were quick to reply to inquiries and organise viewings, got our referencing and contracts sorted with no issues and were happy to answer any questions throughout the process. Would highly recommend them for finding somewhere to rent in Oxford!

Becky · 11 October 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We have recently moved into a property managed by Finders Keepers. The process has been excellent thanks to Aline, Sophie, and the rest of the team at the Headington office, who are all exceptionally kind, competent, and dedicated and who make us feel very well looked after. If you are looking for high-quality and committed customer service, we can definitely recommend renting from this agency.

Selina · 14 June 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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As a tenant, I find them terrible. If they act, it is only after several complaints even for basic housing conditions including issues with fridge, doors, windows, and even pests. The keep buying time with nonsense emails. Never again.

Marcella · 2 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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As a new tenant in Oxford, I would like to thank and recommend Mr. Broadbank for its excellent follow-up of our file and its responsiveness. I am a French researcher freshly arrived in Oxford, and after having gone through several letting agencies, I must say that Sam is the only agent that provided such a good service, was so helpful, and forwarded me immediately any offer that would suit my needs.PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism

Martin · 27 August 2022

★★★★★ 1/5

Google

I was a private renter through Finders Keepers. If anything is wrong they take a long time to get it fixed and the people they hire to do the job do not do a good job at all. They use the cheapest materials for example and leave jobs half done. We had to phone up months later after they didn’t fix our fence properly (were expecting them to come back and finish the job - but apparently it was finished. There was a massive pole left in the ground holding up our fence and blocking off the shed). Another time the workman left muddy footprints all over our floor and bathroom, and used our bathroom bin to dispose of his waste without even asking us first, disgusting! Then they want to inspect your property every 12 weeks which seems like an infringement on the tenants right to peaceful living. Ok, fine, but then to complain that the house is a mess every time, even when it isn’t is just rude, disrespectful, and unnecessary. They will dictate how you should live. When it came to moving out they tried to charge us for things that weren’t there or were fair wear and tear. We even had the curtains dry cleaned and left the garden in a nice state (better than the state it was in when we moved in) but still wanted to charge us. They agreed to discount some of the charges when I threatened to go through the official dispute service to get our deposit back. Their attitude stinks and they are not respectful of tenants at all. I’ve dealt with some bad letting agents in my time as a private renter, but Finders Keepers were the worst by a country mile.

Elliot · 14 June 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Rebecca Falcini was extremely helpful and efficient.

Kevin · 11 October 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

During an unxepected house hunt, Emma from the East Oxford lettings dept was so friendly, reassuring, and supportive - she made the process easy despite stressful circumstances. If that service level is anything to go by, I have no doubt the property management with our new home will be great.

E · 26 November 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We've been with Finders Keepers for almost 3 years now, no complaints whatsoever! We've only had 3 issues with whte goods that were solved within two days, an engineer came the next day and a new item was installed a couple days later. Since the beggining Rose Loy has been our point of contact for contract related stuff, she's always been extremly understanding and helpful, and has always given us valuable insights and advice, we couldn't be happier with Finders Keepers as a whole.

Miguel · 14 June 2020

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I’m very happy to have found a flat with the help of Finders Keepers. The property agent, Eleanor, has been responsive and efficient. She replies to emails quickly and always arranges repairs promptly when needed. I’ve been very satisfied living in my flat for the past two years and would gladly recommend Finders Keepers.

Wen-chi · 11 October 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Evie

Evie, my Property Manager at Finders Keepers (Summertown branch in Oxford) has been amazing - she has been very helpful, efficient and professional. She has been very communicative over the phone and email, and responded to my questions promptly and ensured that any issues I have had were resolved quickly and efficiently - I am incredibly grateful and I will definitely recommend Finders Keepers in future.

FJC · 4 June 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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In response to your reply

In response to your reply, I wanted to reinforce that my family member did not "shout" on the phone. While he was on the phone there were witnesses to the call who all stated he simply questioned her morals in a very calm manner. I am appalled that he is being accused of this. Whilst on the call, the manager was backtracking and changing her story, stating that we were not told that we had to put a deposit down before viewing the property. Also, I would like to mention that I did not have one property on my shortlist, I had 5 and by the time I got in they were gone.

Molly · 28 November 2024

★★★★★ 1/5

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A frustrating and stressful experience

Queuing all night just for the chance to book a viewing already sets a stressful tone, especially for students balancing multiple responsibilities. When the time finally came to reach the front of the line, they were told there was only one property left for their group number and that they had to pay a week’s rent as a holding fee, without even seeing the place first. The claim that properties were disappearing fast seemed like a pressure tactic designed to make renters act impulsively. This approach feels morally questionable. Asking for money upfront before allowing a proper viewing forces students into a rushed decision, often when they’re sleep-deprived and stressed. A responsible rental agency should prioritise fairness, transparency, and giving renters time to make an informed choice, rather than using high-pressure tactics to secure a quick commitment. In this case, the agency seems more interested in locking down tenants quickly than ensuring they find a suitable, safe place to live. For students, who are often financially and emotionally vulnerable, this feels exploitative. Rental agencies should operate with more integrity, offering a transparent and respectful process.

Lucy · 26 November 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

As a tenant of a property managed by Finders Keepers in Oxford, I have experienced one of the best customer service ever. For nine whole years, Adrian has consistently and timely dealt with any the issue, request and query, ensuring they were all properly addressed and resolved. Something you don't read in the news very often! I can only praise his commitment to the job and would undoubtedly recommend Finder Keepers to anyone looking to rent in the area.

Giuseppe · 14 June 2020