Business Details
Your Trusted Estate Agent in St Albans
At Cassidy and Tate, we pride ourselves on delivering a straightforward, transparent service to clients across St Albans, the Home Counties, and Greater London. With over 50 years of combined local expertise, our team specialises in residential, commercial, land, and new homes transactions, ensuring tailored solutions for every client. Our approach combines cutting-edge marketing techniques with traditional values, prioritising client needs through exceptional communication and professional photography. Recognised for our efficiency, we have completed sales in as little as 5.5 weeks, supported by a dedicated team across multiple offices. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our long-standing client relationships and consistent positive feedback, establishing us as the go-to estate agent in the St Albans area. 
Services
Property Sales
Property Lettings
Property Management
Mortgage Quotations
Land & New Homes
Highlights and features
- We offer professional property photography that enhances market appeal
- Our team has 50+ years of combined local property market expertise
- We complete sales transactions in record timeframes, as fast as 5.5 weeks
- We provide 24/7 property marketing through digital platforms and traditional methods
- Our dedicated property managers ensure prompt, efficient landlord-tenant communication
Associations and certifications
- Propertymark Client Money Protection Certificate
- Propertymark Conduct and Membership Rules
What people say
Exceptional service
Professional photographs
Quick sale process
Prompt efficient service
Outstanding support
Services
Property Sales
Our sales team delivers comprehensive property transactions from valuation to completion. Utilising advanced marketing strategies and professional photography, we maximise property exposure across multiple platforms including Rightmove and Zoopla. With local expertise in St Albans and surrounding areas, we provide accurate pricing guidance and negotiation support to achieve optimal outcomes for vendors and buyers alike.
Property Lettings
We offer full lettings services for landlords and tenants, including property appraisals, tenant screening, and compliance management. Our dedicated team provides out-of-hours support and leverages extensive local market knowledge to match properties with suitable tenants efficiently. Property management services benefit from 50 years combined experience in handling rental portfolios.
Property Management
Our property management division specialises in landlord-tenant relations, maintenance coordination, and compliance oversight. With experienced managers handling day-to-day operations, we ensure smooth tenancies through proactive communication and problem resolution. Services include rent collection, property inspections, and legal compliance support tailored to individual landlord requirements.
Land & New Homes
Specialising in land transactions and new home developments, we work with builders and developers across Hertfordshire. Our expertise covers site acquisitions, planning considerations, and marketing strategies for residential and commercial land. The team provides specialist advice on development potential and market positioning for both buyers and sellers in this niche sector.
Mortgage Quotations
Our qualified mortgage advisors offer independent guidance on residential and buy-to-let financing options. Covering remortgaging, first-time purchases, and investment properties, we source competitive rates from multiple lenders. The service includes detailed affordability assessments and tailored recommendations to match clients' financial circumstances and property goals.
People
Stuart Cassidy
Managing Director - Land & New Homes
Co-founder with 19 years' experience in St Albans property market. Specialises in land transactions and new home developments. Previously Partner at major estate agency. Holds extensive local knowledge and industry connections.
David Tate
Managing Director - Sales
Local expert with deep knowledge of St Albans sales and lettings. Graduated from Buckinghamshire University. Combines traditional estate agency values with modern marketing techniques. Recognised for dynamic approach and community involvement.
Nick Masters
Director - Wheathampstead
30-year local resident with property industry experience since 1994. Established successful business in Wheathampstead. Specialises in residential sales and lettings with proven track record of repeat client business.
Duncan Cohen
Associate Sales Director
10-year Cassidy and Tate veteran with expertise in diverse property types. Recognised for client-focused approach and local market knowledge. Nominated for ESTAS Customer Service Award. Provides hands-on support throughout sales process.
Louise Smith
Head of Property Management
Joined Cassidy and Tate in 2022 with extensive property management experience. Previously Team Leader at St Albans agent. Focuses on exceptional client service through attention to detail and effective communication between landlords and tenants.
Questions
What property services do you offer in St Albans?
We provide property sales, lettings, property management, land transactions, new homes marketing, mortgage advice, and professional photography services across St Albans and surrounding areas.
How quickly can you complete a property sale?
Our fastest completion was 5.5 weeks. We streamline transactions through proactive communication, experienced negotiators, and efficient coordination between all parties involved in the process.
Do you offer online property valuations?
Yes, we provide free online valuations through our website. This service uses our local market expertise to deliver accurate property assessments without requiring an in-person visit.
What areas do you cover beyond St Albans?
We serve the entire Home Counties region including Hertfordshire, Bedfordshire, and Buckinghamshire, plus Greater London. Our expertise extends to both urban and rural property markets in these areas.
How do you market properties for sale?
We use professional photography, virtual tours, digital marketing across major portals, social media promotion, and traditional methods like printed brochures and LED window displays to maximise property exposure.
What fees are involved in selling a property?
Our standard sales fees are competitive and transparent. Additional costs include £60 (incl. VAT) for mandatory anti-money laundering checks. We provide full fee breakdowns during initial consultations with no hidden charges.
