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Linley & Simpson York reviews

4.6

★★★★★ Excellent

2,959 reviews across 2 platforms

2 Low Ousegate, York, YO1 9QU

Linley & Simpson's office in York, at 2 Low Ousegate, is rated 4.6 out of 5 across 2,959 reviews on two platforms, including 803 Google reviews rated 4.4. See how it compares with other estate agents in York.

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4.4 / 5

803

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5/5

Trustpilot

Thoroughly Recommend!

Linley & Simpson's Ilkley branch have been helpful from start to finish helping me find somewhere to rent. Ben who originally showed me around the property was on time, professional and helpful. Any teething issues I have had have been promptly answered or dealt with and I'd have no hesitation in recommending them to anyone.

Tom · 4 May 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Hi Tom, Thanks for your kind words. It was great to meet you on the viewing and I’m glad your settling in nicely.

5/5

Google

Grant was very useful during the application process and ensuring everything went through smoothly, now happily moved into a lovely little flat. Thanks all

Harry · 5 March 2023

Agent replied · 1 October 2023

It was a pleasure to help with your move Harry, and it’s great to hear that the move was successful, Many thanks for your review

5/5

Google

I would recommend Linley & Simpson given that their letting procedure and feedback is quick. Andy Grice attended to us on the day I toured one of their estate properties with my wife, and he was helpful with his professional instruction on the tour of the property. He offered adequate answers to all of our queries, providing us with a pleasant experience throughout the process.

Tope · 24 September 2023

Agent replied · 1 October 2023

Hi Tope Makinde Thanks for the recommendation and such kind words. We wish you all the best for you and your wife in your future home. Andy

5/5

Trustpilot

Property Inspection

We had an inspection done from Linley & Simpson today. Kirk called in before hand as he was about to visit. He was really sweet and respectful gentleman. He was quick and the inspection was done in no time. 5 star to Kirk.

Misbah · 22 November 2024

Agent replied · 29 December 2024

Glad Kirk was respectful while carrying out your routine inspection, thank you!

5/5

Trustpilot

2nd review

From start to finish Linley and Simpson have been amazing throughout the process of moving homes. I would recommend them to anyone. I would like to add that Kelly Boot - Branch Manager and Lea Brear - Tenancy Progression Team H.O have both been awesome and are a credit to their company.

James · 26 June 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Wow James, worthy of 2 reviews this is such a great thing for us to read. Thanks again

5/5

Google

Linley & Simpson York helped my purchase and rental. Their service is professional, friendly and efficient, especially Cal and Nathan. I will choose them again in the future.

Yang · 1 October 2022

Agent replied · 1 October 2023

Thank you for such a positive review! We are grateful for your kind words about Cal and Nathan, they will very much appreciate your feedback. Many thanks Salena West Customer Service Manager

5/5

Trustpilot

Sam was very efficient and helpful

San was very efficient and helpful

Eleanor · 17 May 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for the review, I’m glad you really liked the property. All the best with your move in.

1/5

Trustpilot

Tenants beware RUN!

Tenants beware RUN!! Horrid 1 year experience in a property that was just a living nightmare with a landlord who could not care less for the welfare of their tenants not even a care in the world for a 6 month old baby who was left in freezing conditions with a broken window for 8 weeks over the winter months even after persistent messages to get this fixed for us! Absolutely rubbish branch and they really need to be careful on the landlords they chose to represent as it makes you look even worse.

Laura · 29 August 2024

5/5

Trustpilot

Parking Spot Contract

I needed to sort out a tenancy ASAP and the L&S team were extremely helpful in assisting me with my request. Specifically, Rashma supported me massively in expediting this process and answered a high volume of questions - cannot recommend the team and Rashma enough.

Renit · 15 October 2024

Agent replied · 29 December 2024

Thank you so much for your fantastic feedback! We’re thrilled to hear that Rashma and the team were able to assist you quickly with your tenancy needs. It’s great to know that Rashma’s support and responsiveness made a positive impact on your experience. We truly appreciate your recommendation and are here to help if you need anything else in the future!

5/5

Trustpilot

We so happy with our viewing and Lonley…

We so happy with our viewing and Lonley and simpson . Mark arranged to collect us and he was so helpful and extremley kind . The comany seem to have a great supply of properties . We have just relocated from the sourh . We will recommend the company and Mark .

Phoebe · 18 June 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

It was a real pleasure meeting you! It was no problem in picking you up. I hope that the viewing was worth while.On behalf of myself and Linley and Simpson I wish you all the best for the future

5/5

Trustpilot

Extra mile service to find me a property buyer.

Andy Bonner, Eesha and Alix at the City Centre branch (Sales Dept) did a great job of finding me a cash buyer from London at a difficult time in the market. I found the staff professional and efficient in their dealing with me and my solicitor. I am very pleased I chose them. Would recommend.

John · 22 April 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you so much for your kind words and allowing us the chance to sell your John! If we can do anything for you in the future, you know where we are. All the best, Andy & Alix

4/5

Google

I put my property up for sale with Coalters earlier this year. They were one of the more expensive agents on the market, but they earn this money. From the initial valuation to the regular progress updates to the high volume of viewings we received, Coalters were first class. When I had to take my house off the market for personal reasons, Coalters were professional, offering advice on how to proceed in the future and making the process seemless.

Stephanie · 3 October 2013

1/5

Google

TENANTS BEWARE! Me and my partner moved into a property on Bilsdale close with L&S, and it was the most stressful one year we've had with a rental property. On moving in, there were a multitude of issues, including the kitchen flooding, the fridge being broken, and very low water pressure. Their slow reporting process meant that you had to manage most things yourself and suffer the financial loss (e.g. lost a £100 shop because of the fridge not working - and had to buy a new one because of the urgency) The water pressure was never fixed, after the LL said it was "too expensive for her", and then the garden turned out to be a flooding bog - resulting in the inability to use the garden. Then, during the tenancy, the heating broke, and the slow response from the landlord/agent meant we were without hot water for a week - again something that wasn't compensated for, or cared about. They then did a 6 month inspection, sending an email that if we are not in they will enter the premises without our consent - they didn't seek approval, or seem flexible, it was worded as a demand. They stated they will visit any time between 9-5, I had to push them to assign a time to be present. It felt quite uncomfortable.. During this inspection they take photos of everything, whichll include your belongings and forward this to the LL. They denied me a copy of this - which contravenes GDPR regs - and didn't even say if the property was ok etc. after the inspection, just left us in limbo. Following all this lovely behaviour, they then emailed us a few months before the end of the tenancy saying we had to pay an extra £100 rent PCM, and sign up to another year or we will be evicted - demanding we tell them our choice within a short time frame. They then served us wrongfully with a S.21 possession notice, by referring to it repeatedly as a S.21 eviction notice -which only a court can issue (which involves removal with bailiffs). When speaking to the manager Steve I was refused to be acknowledged as a client of Linley and Simpson whilst challenging things, which made no sense - I was their tenant? They completely tried to strong-arm us into signing against unfair terms (whilst pending repairs were also present in the property - which is illegal - ref. retalitory evictions). After all the distress they caused we decided to move - casuing significant financial loss. They stated during checkout the property was in exceptional condition, but that the hedges need light trimming, with some minor weeding. They tried to reduce our deposit based on this - they denied us the opportunity of sorting this ourselves during the inspection. They said they would "get a quote from "Their Contractors" for it" - they quoted £300 for a 10 minute weeding and trim of a hedge - gobsmacked. But what made this worse is the landlady actually did the work, and still tried taking the £300 lying that the work was still pending approval of cost (I had to go visit a neighbour and take photos to prove it). Which eventually got us the full deposit back (when I reminded them this was an act of fraud). The absolute icing on-top, was the drama during inspection, when the landlady threatened to have me removed by police, as I asked for her to speak to me and my partner with respect after she reffered to us as children, and continuously tutted and made nasty remarks to us. Absolutely disgusting behaviour that Linley and Simpson have allowed us to be subject to as their tenants, the amount of distress they have caused is palpable. I would caution anyone with any vulnerable family member, or is vulnerable themselves living in a L&S property, as they dont seem legally knowledgable, and are likely to take advantage of people who don't know their rights. I would strongly recommend seeking support from Shelter or CAB if you are currently going through a tough time with Linley and Simpson. My background is housing support - homelessness, and it's companies like this that are permitting illegal action & ultimatley risking people being put on the street.

Cal52413 · 26 August 2024

5/5

Google

Harry was very helpful in arranging a property viewing for me despite the property being booked out. Great communication. Thanks again

Elisa · 17 May 2023

Agent replied · 31 May 2023

It was a pleasure to speak to you Elisa, I hope your viewing goes well.

5/5

Trustpilot

Paula Dunham dealt with an issue with…

Paula Dunham dealt with an issue with my tennet and resolved it veey quickly and kept me updated. Exlellant service

Karol · 4 June 2026

5/5

Trustpilot

Friendly and Professional. 11/10.

I was interested in a flat in Leeds City Centre, however the flat would not be ready for me in time. That being said, Spencer found another suitable flat, arranged and viewing and helped answer my many first time renter questions.I thoroughly reccomend his services, the perfect blend of friendliness and professionalism.

Ben · 12 June 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Hi Ben,Thanks the really positive feedback. It’s always nice to hear we are making people’s search less stressful, not more stressful.It’s great that we managed to find an option perfect for what you need.Enjoy the new apartment and good luck with the moveThanksSpencer

5/5

Trustpilot

Sale of House Headingley branch

Michael and team at Headingley did a great job selling our house. Excellent communication throughout and listened to what we wanted.

L · 9 May 2023

Agent replied · 30 September 2023

Thank you for your review, Michael will be so pleased with your feecback!

5/5

Google

After being unimpressed with the service received at another estate agent I actually moved the sale of my flat over to Linley & Simpson who were brilliant from start to finish. Dan really looked after me and made sure everything went smoothly. The communication was excellent and I felt like he worked really hard behind the scenes making sure everything went through before Christmas. Really pleased, thanks to Dan and all involved. Highly recommended.

Sophie · 2 October 2019

5/5

Trustpilot

Great customer serivce

Spencer, took the time to give me a good overview of the rental system in the country and Leeds in particular. He listened to my needs and was able to find a flat that met my needs. I felt listened to and in good hands. I have already recommended your company to others.

Ken · 22 May 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Hi Ken,It was great to meet you and be able to help with what looked like it could be a tough search when we started.I really appreciate the positive feedback and, recommendations from satisfied viewers make such a difference to what we do, so thank you.Good luck with the move, I hope you enjoy the apartmentMany thanksSpencer

5/5

Trustpilot

I was so happy today as the woman who…

I was so happy today as the woman who took me to go see the house was helpful and kind and honest she very down to earth she explained everything so clearly and sound she so sound like pound, sorry but cant remember her name correctly but I thinks is Courtney.

Lamin · 27 June 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

That sounds like a wonderful experience! It's great to hear that Courtney made such a positive impression on you. Having someone helpful, kind, and honest guiding you through such an important decision can make all the difference. If Courtney's professionalism and warmth stood out to you, it's likely she's made a lasting impression. Good luck with the house hunting process!

5/5

Trustpilot

I was able to quickly find a rental…

I was able to quickly find a rental property and the company was understanding about my situation having just returned from abroad. My main contact Ellie, who as helpful and responsive to my emails. Overall a very good experience after hearing so much about hard it was going to be! Thankyou.

Jane · 26 June 2024

Agent replied · 24 August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave this review, Jane. I wish you the best in your new property with us! Kind regards from Ellie, and the Headingley Branch

1/5

Google

I have just handed the keys in for my rented flat of two years.For the first time in 20 years of renting I have been advised that I have to pay for a clean & paint in order to get my deposit back.The flat -3 Kensington House,York had damp & rats which I complained about but the landlord refused to do anything about the damp.Rentokill killed the rats then my flat was full of thousands of flies which was I also complained about-I was told to buy fly killer. I have offered to go reclean & add 2 lightbulbs but apparently I am not allowed back in due to Linley & Simpsons policies.

Jane · 16 August 2024

5/5

Google

The agent Andy Grice was fantastically professional while guiding us through the viewing of the property.

Darlington · 17 September 2023

Agent replied · 1 October 2023

Hi Darlington, It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I appreciate that it is really difficult to find a property at the moment but I am so glad that the whole team at L&S were able to find you your future home. Thanks for the recommendation and such kind words. Andy

5/5

Google

I would like to give many thanks to linely and simpson for the hard work you put in order for me to find a place to let . Thanks to Harry Russell ,Andrew Grice ,JO Hilbert, Steve Kilby . Keep up with the good work .

Nicole · 5 November 2023

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