Selling a Leasehold Property Quickly
Selling a leasehold property introduces additional considerations compared to freehold sales. The remaining lease length, ground rent, service charges, and the managing agent all play a role. Our investor network includes specialists in leasehold purchases.
Published by Lucennio Property Limited. General information, not individual professional advice.
Discuss my propertyLease length matters
Properties with less than 80 years remaining on the lease become increasingly difficult to sell and mortgage. Below 70 years, many lenders will refuse to lend. If your lease is short, extending it before sale can add significant value, but this takes time and money. Alternatively, selling to a cash investor avoids the lease length issue entirely.
Service charges and ground rent
High service charges or escalating ground rent clauses can put off traditional buyers. Investors are more pragmatic about these costs, factoring them into their yield calculations rather than walking away.
Frequently asked questions
We are a property sourcing and introductions service. We connect sellers with property investors. Offers may be below open market value. Timescales depend on the legal process and property specifics.