Business Details
Your Trusted Estate Agent in York
We are proud to be North Yorkshires largest independent estate agent. Established in 1871, our knowledge and experience of the local land and property market remains unrivalled in the 21st century. We combine the traditional values of honesty, trustworthiness and unmatched customer service with a dynamic, progressive and flexible approach to modern day market conditions. Our mission is to deliver personal, high-quality property services built on honesty, expertise, and genuine care. Every client matters to us, which is why we focus on providing dedicated support, transparent communication, innovative marketing and professional guidance throughout every stage of the property journey.We believe in doing things properly, not hurriedly. By prioritising quality over quantity, we ensure that every client receives our full attention, tailored advice, and the best possible outcome from first contact to completion. Our vision is to be recognised as the regions most respected and forward-thinking property professionals.
Services
Residential Sales
Property Lettings
Commercial Property
Property Auctions
Valuations
Land Sales
New Homes
Sales Progression
Tenant Management
Property Marketing
Highlights and features
- We have over 150 years of property market experience in North Yorkshire
- Our local knowledge spans York, Knaresborough, Selby and surrounding areas
- We provide transparent communication throughout the property transaction process
- Our professional team combines traditional values with modern marketing techniques
- We guarantee dedicated support from initial valuation to property completion
What people say
Exceptional service
Professional teams
Excellent communication
Local market knowledge
Successful sales
Services
Residential Sales
As North Yorkshires largest independent estate agent, we specialise in residential property sales with over 150 years of local market expertise. Our dedicated team provides professional valuations, innovative marketing strategies, and comprehensive sales progression support. We combine traditional values with modern techniques to ensure optimal outcomes for home sellers across York, Knaresborough, Selby and surrounding areas.
Property Lettings
We offer comprehensive lettings services for landlords and tenants across North Yorkshire. Our specialist team provides property management, tenant vetting, and marketing solutions while maintaining compliance with all legal requirements. With offices in key locations, we match quality tenants with suitable properties efficiently and professionally.
Commercial Property
Our commercial property division handles sales, lettings, and valuations for business premises across Yorkshire. With experienced chartered surveyors and RICS registered valuers, we offer expert advice on retail units, industrial estates, and commercial developments. Our services include rent reviews and lease renewals for business property owners.
Property Auctions
We operate as leading property auction specialists in York and North Yorkshire. Our auction services cater to properties needing modernisation, building plots, agricultural land, and commercial properties. We provide high-profile marketing and competitive bidding processes to achieve quick sales with completion within 28 days.
Valuations
Our qualified valuers provide accurate property valuations for residential and commercial properties. Using local market expertise and formal assessment methods, we offer realistic pricing strategies and market appraisals. Our valuation services support sales, lettings, and property investment decisions across North Yorkshire.
People
Nick Kay
Managing Partner
With over 21 years of North Yorkshire property market experience and Chartered Surveyor qualification since 2006, Nick specialises in residential sales, lettings, and property auctions across Haxby and surrounding areas.
Oliver Newby
Managing Partner
Approaching 20 years in property with extensive local knowledge, Oliver provides expert advice on residential sales and market trends. He joined Stephensons in 2008 and became a Partner in 2017.
Ian E Reynolds
Managing Partner
With over 50 years of Greater York property market experience, Ian is the leading authority on residential development land in Northern England, offering expert advice on single plots to large development sites.
Elliot Newby
Partner & Head of Commercial Agency
A Chartered Surveyor with RICS qualifications since 2017, Elliot leads our commercial agency arm specialising in agency, rent reviews, lease renewals, and formal valuations across Yorkshire.
Tom Brooks
Branch Manager
With over 10 years of sales and lettings experience in Selby, Tom became Branch Manager in 2019 and an Associate Partner in 2025, delivering exceptional customer service and local market expertise.
Questions
What areas do Stephensons cover?
We operate across North Yorkshire including York, Knaresborough, Selby, Easingwold, Boroughbridge and Haxby with local market expertise in each area.
How long has Stephensons been in business?
We have been serving the North Yorkshire property market since our establishment in 1871, providing over 150 years of local property expertise.
What property services do you offer?
We provide residential sales and lettings, commercial property services, property valuations, land sales, new homes marketing, and property auctions.
How does your valuation process work?
Our qualified valuers conduct thorough property inspections and market analysis to provide realistic pricing strategies based on current market conditions and local expertise.
What makes Stephensons different from other agents?
We combine traditional values with modern marketing, offering dedicated support from experienced local experts who prioritise quality service over quantity of transactions.
Can you help with commercial property needs?
Yes, our commercial agency team handles sales, lettings, rent reviews, lease renewals and formal valuations for business premises across Yorkshire.
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