Sell Your Short Lease Flat
Your flat deserves better than being turned away by buyers who do not understand short leases. As leasehold specialists, we know exactly how to value your property fairly and move quickly when others will not.
Your flat deserves better than being turned away by buyers who do not understand short leases. As leasehold specialists, we know exactly how to value your property fairly and move quickly when others will not.
We have over 20 years of experience buying leasehold property. We understand marriage value, relativity, ground rent issues and lease extensions inside out. That knowledge means we can assess your flat properly and make you a fair offer, even when other buyers walk away.
Our offers are based on thorough research, comparable sales data, and a genuine understanding of what your flat is worth with its current lease. We are upfront about how we arrive at our figures and we do not renegotiate without good reason.
We are cash buyers with funds ready to go. No chain, no mortgage to fall through, no last-minute surprises. You pick the completion date and we work to it. Most sales complete within 2-4 weeks.
You are not alone. Thousands of flat owners across London find themselves stuck with a property that is losing value every year because the lease is running down.
Below 70 years, most high street lenders will not offer a mortgage. That wipes out the majority of potential buyers overnight, leaving you with a much smaller pool of interested parties.
Once a lease drops below 80 years, the value falls sharply. At 60 years you could be looking at a 30% reduction or more. Every year you wait, the problem gets worse.
Many estate agents are not equipped to deal with short lease sales. Properties sit on the market for months with no offers, meanwhile the lease gets shorter and the value drops further.
Below 80 years, you have to pay marriage value on top of the extension premium. That can add tens of thousands of pounds to the cost, making the extension feel out of reach.
The shorter the lease, the less your flat is worth. Here is how remaining lease length typically affects property value as a percentage of its freehold equivalent.
Based on typical relativity rates. Actual values vary depending on location, property type, and ground rent terms. Read our full guide
Selling your short lease flat to us is straightforward. Here is what to expect.
Request a free valuation online or call us on 020 7183 3022. Tell us about your flat and the remaining lease length.
We review your property details and come back to you within 24 hours with an initial indication of value. No obligation at all.
We make you a fair, transparent cash offer. We will be upfront about how we have arrived at the figure, and there is no pressure to accept.
Accept our offer and pick a completion date that suits you. Our solicitors handle the paperwork. You get paid, typically within 2-4 weeks.
We buy short lease flats across London. Here are some of the key boroughs we operate in.
"LDN Properties purchased my short lease flat. Mark was very helpful as I had never sold a flat before. A fantastic company who really cares. It was a smooth fast transaction. Fantastic support that went over and above the normal buyer/seller process."
"LDN bought my flat in a very short time which was great for me. I dealt mainly with Jay but also had some contact with Mark. Both were professional, friendly and very knowledgeable and put me at ease straight away. They were always there at the end of a phone call to answer any questions."
"LDN bought my flat quickly and were helpful and communicative throughout the process. This helped me move to more suitable accommodation when my original buyer did not proceed. I would recommend this company where a quick move is more important than receiving full market value."
"I had a property for sale for over two years. It had problems with the lease and I was told by two estate agents it was unsaleable. LDN sorted it out and after two months they bought it for a good price. Mark kept me informed about everything and he felt like a friend."
"Selling a property can be a minefield. I spoke to several firms before finding LDN. Mark carefully and clearly guided us through the process, setting out the options of cash sale or auction. We decided to go for the cash sale and throughout Mark provided helpful advice around leasehold issues. A first class service."
"I contacted LDN Properties to find out what options existed for selling a flat on a short lease. Mark Grantham gave me a detailed account about the auction process and the direct purchase options. He could not have been more informative, friendly and helpful. I would happily recommend their services."
Free guides to help you understand your options and make the right decision for your situation.
Everything you need to know about short leases, what they mean, and why they matter when selling your flat.
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The relationship between lease length and flat value, with real-world figures and the key thresholds to be aware of.
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Should you sell on the open market, go to auction, extend the lease first, or sell directly to a cash buyer? We compare the pros and cons.
Read guideFind out what your short lease flat is worth. No obligation, no pressure, no fees. Just a fair, honest assessment from a team that understands the London market.
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