Estate Agents in Consett, County Durham
Your local, independent property experts. Helping people across Consett buy, sell, let as well as property management since 2015.
If you are looking for an estate or letting agent in Consett, you will not find anyone more local than us. Our Medomsley Road office is right in the heart of the town, and our team knows this corner of County Durham inside out.
Sylvester Properties opened in Consett to meet growing demand across the DH8 area. Since then we have been helping buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants across Consett, Shotley Bridge, Lanchester, Blackhill, Leadgate, Delves Lane and the surrounding villages. With 221+ five-star reviews and over 100 managed properties in our portfolio, we are building a reputation in Consett that we are really proud of.
Whatever your property needs, we are right here.
250+ five-star Google reviews
Over 100 landlords trust us to manage their property rental
Award-winning estate and letting agents (2024, 2025 and 2025/26)
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Our Consett Office
Address: 314 Medomsley Road, Consett, County Durham, DH8 5NX
Phone: 01207 262 111
Email: info@sylvesterproperties.co.uk
Opening hours:
Monday 9 am–5 pm
Tuesday 9 am–5 pm
Wednesday 9 am–5 pm
Thursday 9 am–5 pm
Friday 9 am–5 pm
Saturday 9 am–12 pm
Sunday Closed
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Housing Market Trends in Consett
| Property type | Typical price | Sales |
|---|---|---|
| Flats | £74,000 | 16 |
| Terraced | £117,000 | 193 |
| Semi-detached | £152,000 | 191 |
| Detached | £277,500 | 118 |
| Bedrooms | Average rent |
|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | £456 pcm |
| 2 bedrooms | £579 pcm |
| 3 bedrooms | £693 pcm |
| 4 or more bedrooms | £999 pcm |
Sold prices are the median of standard residential sales registered with HM Land Registry, May 2025 to Apr 2026. Price change from the UK House Price Index (County Durham, July 2026). Rents from the ONS Price Index of Private Rents (County Durham, August 2026). Last updated 28 September 2026. Contains HM Land Registry data © Crown copyright and database right 2026. Source: Office for National Statistics. Licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0.
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Selling Your Home in Consett
Thinking about selling in Consett? We will make the whole process as smooth and stress-free as possible. From a free, no-obligation valuation to professional photography, expert marketing and accompanied viewings, we handle everything so you can focus on your next move.
We price properties properly and market them brilliantly, meaning your home reaches the right buyers at the right time. Our award-winning team has been recognised for the quality of service we deliver, and that reputation keeps clients coming back and recommending us to their friends and family.
Letting Your Property in Consett
The rental market in Consett is strong, and with the right agent behind you, your investment property can work hard. We offer a full property management service as well as a tenant find-only option, and whatever level of involvement suits you, we will make sure the job is done properly.
Our lettings team is thorough, proactive and genuinely dedicated to looking after your property as if it were their own. From detailed inventories and thorough tenant referencing to regular inspections and day-to-day management, we have got it covered.
The Consett Property Market
Consett has undergone a remarkable transformation in recent decades, evolving from its steelmaking roots into a vibrant town with a strong community spirit and some genuinely good-value property on offer.
The surrounding countryside is stunning. The Derwent Valley, Chopwell Woods and the wider Durham Dales are right on the doorstep, making Consett an increasingly attractive choice for buyers looking to balance space, affordability and quality of life. With Durham City and Newcastle both within commuting distance, demand for homes across the Consett area has remained consistently healthy.
First-time buyers are particularly well served here, with a good mix of terraced homes and semis at prices that are hard to match elsewhere in the region. Families are drawn to the area’s schools, open space and community feel, while investors find solid rental demand and attractive yields across the DH8 postcode.
Areas We Cover from Our Consett Office
From our Medomsley Road office, we cover Consett and the surrounding villages and towns, including:
Consett, Blackhill, Bridgehill, Shotley Bridge, Delves Lane, Leadgate, Lanchester, Maiden Law, Ebchester, Medomsley, Hamsterley Mill, Medomsley Edge, Dipton, Burnopfield.
Not sure if we cover your area? Give us a ring. We are always happy to help.