A local property market report with the latest residential sales and lettings news from Marsh & Parsons

Last Updated on : 31st October 2012

Marsh & Parsons On the Market.

A local property market report with the latest residential sales and lettings news from Marsh & Parsons.

• 13.5 buyers per property in Balham, Battersea & Clapham

• “Smart sellers have been quick off the mark. They know that if they want to sell
their property before Christmas they need to act now.”

• 15-20% rental rises in the last two years

SALES:

	The autumn property market always encourages a flurry of new instruction an a plethora of enthusiastic buyers. Liza-Jane Kelly gives her advice on making the most of this window of opportunity

The traditional autumn market is in full swing. An increase in available property for sale is mirrored by a surge in new buyer registrations and although not uncommon for this time of year, it represents an uplift of 10% compared to the same period last year. Read more…

DEVELOPMENTS & INVESTMENTS:

	Adam Stackhouse gives further insight into the buy-to-let market proving that this asset class remains a key priority for investors

There has been a notable resurgence in the buy-to-let market despite a pronounced shortage of competitive mortgage products and a harder qualification process for buyers. Surprisingly however, and with little warning, this area of the mortgage market has recently improved with a far greater number of products now available. Read more…

LETTINGS:

	Patrick Littlemore gives his view on the current lettings market in Balham, Battersea and Clapham

As always at this time of year, we have seen a significant increase in activity in Balham, Battersea and Clapham, with more property coming onto the lettings market and equally, a rise in tenant demand. This demand is across the board, including families, corporate relocations, sharers and professional couples – but it is the latter, especially in the 25-35 age bracket,where demand is the most insatiable.Read more…