John D Wood & Co. Wandsworth Sales reviews

★★★★★ 4/5

Google

Professional, helpful and friendly service in securing our flat from booking in a visit right through to signing the tenancy agreement. Imogen has been excellent in answering our questions and negotiating on our behalf.

Charlie · 24 October 2023

★★★★★ 1/5

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DO NOT RENT WITH JOHN D WOOD UNLESS YOU LOVE STRESS 6 months of hell. No ventilation, health hazard.

They are the worst letting agent we’ve ever dealt with, do not rent or buy with this company, complete incompetence at all levels of management. They will cost you money, time, stress & potentially your health, it is not worth it! When we moved out we also recieved our deposit back in full just for clarity. (Though it took much longer than it should have) When we moved in we discovered the flat had no ventilation in the bathroom (which is a legal requirement under Homes for Habitability Act 2018 and does not comply with building regulations 2010) no windows or extractor fan, just a fan heater covering a hole where the extractor should be. We raised this and a few other repair issues. In the entire 6 months we lived there (we were evicted due to the landlord wanting to sell - through another agency as he clearly is not happy with John D Woods' service.) they fixed 1 issue.. the washing machine-the least urgent. We spent our entire 6 months there constantly stressed trying to sort this and other issues with J D Wood but they did absolutely nothing. We had only one set of keys between us for the first 8 days. The shower leaked a huge puddle onto the floor every time we showered. We didn’t have all the needed information for our move in. Not given the location of the bins or the meter readings locations. Then given a wrong location for bins and told we shouldn’t need to take meter readings.. We made an official complaint on 6th December. We (albeit too late) contacted the council & they came to visit, they were horrified. They drew up a report and submitted a preliminary works order for works to be carried out; mentioning the damp and mould. We only didn’t contact the council sooner because we hoped J D Wood would fix these issues, what fools we were. Their constant stalling tactics, asking us for photos, claiming they’re still waiting on the landlord to approve the works, only to find the manager George said the landlord said he’d 'already approved several of the works (albeit 4 months in) and why hadn’t they been done?' We had to pay 6 months rent up front so cash flow to sort the repairs was not the issue. We'd sent emails to contractors and then heard nothing from J D Wood. Eventually when a new contractor came out to the property he gave a quote to them for around £4000. The bathroom and kitchen are internal without any windows or extractors for ventilation. This contractor, planned to knock out through the building to put in a ventilation shaft, but did not explore the hole in the wall we had previously sent videos of to J D Wood. we explained all we thought had to be done was replace the fan heater on the wall with an extract unit as the ventilation shaft was already there. J D Wood claimed they needed to get permission from the freehold owner for wider works, however this isn't true as they could simply replace the fan heater with an extractor. hence no building works and £200. No one from J D Wood ever came to look at the vent until finally the area manager came (after our eviction) with his preferred contractor who agreed simply an extractor unit would work & cost no more than £200. They fully ignored our emails when they couldn’t be bothered to do something. The Ombudsman also awarded us £300 from John D Wood for their negligence. I’m sure they’ll to reply with their copy and paste message asking us to email the details but I’ve included most here so if you’re reading this 'John D Wood Person' don’t bother. If this review saves even one person from the renting hell we suffered with them then it’s worth the time writing it. This is the most incompetent group of people at their jobs. We are so happy we will never have to deal with any of these people again. Already the new management at our new rental have been infinitely more helpful and proactive. Also I never leave reviews and we want to never think about this again but I felt this review was important, I would not wish this stress on anyone.

Louis · 14 May 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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Absolutely abysmal property and tenant…

Absolutely abysmal property and tenant management experience. After an inventory check that showed that all furniture items were intact, JD Wood came back 5 months later to essentially accuse us of moving some of the furniture. Prior to this, while we were still in the flat, we had an issue with the fuse that cut power to the fridge and half the flat. We emailed, stressing that many items were at the risk of spoilage but received no support/response. The experience started alright but went severely downhill with time. Would not recommend.

Temitope · 8 May 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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We had a great experience with John D…

We had a great experience with John D Wood & Co Beckenham branch, they are far and away the best estate agents dealt with to date - reliable and speedy communication, friendly, and most importantly found us a great buyer incredibly quickly. Definitely recommend them

Florence · 8 April 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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DON'T RENT FROM THEM

I moved into the apartment only to find countless issues, no hot water, an unmentioned carpet moth infestation, broken doors, and more. On top of that, dealing with the property manager, Razvan Boerean, was a nightmare due to his passive-aggressive attitude whenever I requested repairs. Over the course of a year, the agency changed property managers three times, making communication and accountability even worse. When I moved out, they made absurd claims to unfairly deduct from my deposit. Some of these claims mysteriously disappeared when I asked for further evidence. The property manager even hinted that if I chose to raise a third-party dispute, they would inflate the charges, such as replacing the entire balcony door, yet this was never mentioned again in the dispute process. As an international student, I felt like an easy target for this agency to exploit, especially when it came to unfair deposit deductions. Thankfully, I didn’t fall for their intimidation tactics and went through the dispute resolution process. In the end, the agency was awarded only 1/8 of what they originally demanded. The entire experience, from moving in to moving out, was a nightmare. No matter how good the rent may seem, it’s simply not worth it. If you're an international student, be extra cautious, this agency will try to take advantage of you. I strongly advise against renting from them.

Ryan · 2 May 2025

★★★★★ 4/5

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John D Wood Wandsworth Positive Feedback

We have dealt with John D Wood in Wandsworth both to purchase a property and to sell one. Our experience has been positive, particular with Stewart Harrison, Head of Sales, who was extremely responsive, knowledgeable and on the ball. Stewart always took the time to speak to us, answer questions and give advice. Jimmy Gallagher was also fantastic.

H · 23 March 2024

★★★★★ 5/5

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Very experienced and competent

Very experienced and competent. Pleasant and easy to deal with. Took into account and dealt with our specific requirements. Terms were clear and reasonable. Achieved a good result. Would highly recommend.

Mr · 11 May 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I've used Shoeni and the team for more than 8 years now. Over those years they've been very professional, as well as finding me some very nice tenants. They've been excellent in the support work - managing contracts, collecting rents, keeping me up to date with relevant legislation etc. Highly recommended.PositiveResponsiveness, Professionalism

Doug · 24 October 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

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First time buyer - Andrina Craig

First time buyer - just completed on the purchase and have moved in.My experience with Andrina Craig of John D Woods had been outstanding from start to finish. She was warm and personable, in which I felt comfortable in being honest with her regarding my thoughts and questions. She assisted me with all queries from the very start, in which I had many as you’d expect from a first time buyer. Andrina had made my experience a highly pleasant one in which I felt reassured until the end. I honestly am so thankful that she was in charge of my property purchase. Now that it’s completed, I can be genuine with this review. Andrina was amazing. I don’t really know what else to say. I will be recommending John D Woods to my peers for the foreseeable future - specifically Andrina Craig. Thank you so much for your help, I wish you all the best.Ki

Ki · 21 May 2022

★★★★★ 1/5

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Such a terrible experience!

We have had such a bad experience with John D Wood in Battersea. Their lettings team doesn’t respond to e-mails, paperwork is done incorrectly, keys for our house weren’t accounted for. The management of this office is equally as diabolical and I would steer clear of using them in any capacity.

Polly · 10 February 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I have rented a property through John D Wood (Wandsworth) for the past two years (Nov 20-Nov 22) which was found for me by Imogen & Shoeni. As that tenancy was ending, Imogen & Shoeni proactively contacted me about a property which they felt would be a great match for my requirements. I viewed it, they were spot on and I made an offer (under their guidance) straight away, which was accepted. All the checks and paperwork were organised in less than a week. A seamless processes, saving me a lot of time and hassle.PositiveResponsiveness, Quality, Professionalism, Value

Steve · 24 October 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We recently worked with Shoeni and Imogen to rent our 2 bed property. It was a pleasure working with them both and the entire process was well organised, prompt, considerate, professional and ultimately successful, with us securing an offer within a week. I look forward to their support on future properties!

Nush · 24 October 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We have dealt with Shoeni and team for a number of years for our rental properties, they will always go the 'extra mile' and help out whenever they can. They are all so professional, honest and reliable. We would struggle to find a team like this anywhere else. Would highly recommendPositiveProfessionalism

Emma · 24 October 2021

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

James Setright showed us our dream home in May and by September it was ours! As first time buyers, James understood our worries and always, very patiently, took the time to answer our questions. Buying a home can be such a stressful experience, but it helps so much to know that you can trust the estate agent - especially when they represent the seller's interests. Having a knowledgeable, honest and - most importantly - calm person to work with through the process is invaluable. We are so grateful to James for all the work he did to help us become homeowners!

Tara · 10 October 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

Trustpilot

Great Experience

I had a great experience with Bryan Norton Crail during my tenancy with John D Wood. He was always professional, responsive, and genuinely helpful throughout my time at the property. Bryan consistently communicated clearly and handled every enquiry with care and efficiency. I really appreciated his support and the smooth service provided from start to finish. Highly recommended.

Omar · 2 December 2025

★★★★★ 1/5

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Do NOT rent with John D Woods in London…

Do NOT rent with John D Woods in London (specifically Notting Hill). For most of my tenancy I was left without an oven and a bathroom door. They have been extremely rude and aggressive on the phone & I never received any compensation or empathy for not having an oven to cook. Or a bathroom door in a studio flat... But most importantly - I left the property a year ago and STILL have not received my deposit back. They do not reply to email or provide answers on the phone - always saying they will investigate. Please please can someone get in touch to send me the deposit, I have nearly £2,000 stuck with John D Woods.

Bella · 10 April 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

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Great overall experience with John D Wood Fulham

Great overall experience when renting a flat in Fulham through John D Wood.Eduard Popa was extremely helpful with my flat search. He was able to address all questions about the property I was inquiring about in a very professional and reliable manner.Finding a flat in February 2022 when most companies and universities are asking people to come back to London had become an impossible mission, taking most of my evenings and weekends.I walked into John D Wood at 10am on a Saturday, and by 2.30pm, my offer had been accepted and one week deposit paid to secure the property. Eduard removed the property from the website in front of me to avoid any future misunderstandings. The rest of the team were really helpful in the following days as we worked through the references process and the tenancy agreement.Eduard, Abigail and Lola, a team of superstars at John D Wood Fulham!I definitely recommend this team to anyone looking for a flat in Fulham.

Luis · 18 February 2022

★★★★★ 5/5

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Friendly and professional

We were able to sell our flat despite the difficult property market. The agents from John D Wood were extremely professional, knowledgeable, and followed up quickly with updates and other tasks. They were always polite and helpful and we’d use them again.

Ian · 9 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

We recently sold a property through John D Wood. James and Stewart were excellent at helping to get our sale over the line through in a difficult and unstable time.

Amanda · 24 October 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

I can't speak highly enough of this office. I have just exchanged on a property and cannot praise James, Stuart and Victoria enough for their perseverance and support in getting our sale agreed. Prior to selling Shoeni and the rental team managed this pretty for many years, again highly professional finding good and ultimately happy tenants for the property. All in all a professional team be it for sales or lettings. I cannot recommend this office highly enough.

Jeremy · 24 October 2023

★★★★★ 5/5

Google

Ellie Troisi from John D Wood helped me through the process of buying my first home. Thank you for every step over the last couple of months! I had a positive experience.

Poppy · 22 September 2025

★★★★★ 5/5

Trustpilot

I had a fantastic experience with David…

I had a fantastic experience with David and the Docklands team. They were professional, approachable, and incredibly helpful throughout. As a first-time renter, I was a bit unsure of the process, but they made everything feel simple and completely stress-free.

Matt · 17 April 2026

★★★★★ 5/5

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Great experience dealing with Bradley…

Great experience dealing with Bradley Gilchrist from the Beckenham branch. He made it all so seamless and hassle free. His knowledge and expertise is something you don’t come across very often and was very much appreciated. Highly recommended!

Sofia · 1 May 2026

★★★★★ 1/5

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I would like to put 0 or less but it’s…

I would like to put 0 or less but it’s not possible, the estate agent John D Wood in Weybridge it’s a joke so unprofessional, ignoring customers after paying the deposit, only to don’t return them back with the pathetic excuse (Tegan Ellis).I don’t understand how can existing on the market the estate agency like this one , with so many 1 star reviews, apparently they try to take advantage and don’t return the money because I’m foreigner . Giorgio Mitu

Ciprian · 28 July 2023