Company portrait
Profile and services
- Primary profession
- Real estate agent
- Location
- Birmingham, United Kingdom
- Specialism
- –
- Other professions
- –
- Online consulting
- Not stated
- Coverage
- Regional
- Languages
- English
- Profile status
- Editorially documented
Profile at a glance
- Profession
- Real estate agent
- Focus
- Not stated
- Location
- Birmingham
- Languages
- English
- Online consulting
- Not stated
- Data as of
- 04/10/2026
- Google data checked
- 04/10/2026
What to look for in Birmingham
With agents in Birmingham, look for local knowledge of the neighbourhood, a transparent valuation and a clear contract. In Germany a licence under § 34c Trade Regulation Act is mandatory.
Editorial note for orientation – not legal or investment advice.
How the first contact works
- 1
Describe your goal: selling, letting or buying, property type and timeframe.
- 2
The office replies with questions and a proposed appointment.
- 3
Viewing or valuation appointment on site.
- 4
Agree the agency contract and commission in writing before instructing.
Common questions before you enquire
Who pays the commission on a purchase in Germany?
When flats and single-family houses are sold to consumers, the commission is generally split equally (§ 656c German Civil Code). The contract must be in text form.
Which documents should I prepare?
Land register extract, floor plans, floor area calculation, energy certificate and, for flats, the declaration of division and recent owners' meeting minutes.
Is the first estimate free?
Many agents offer a non-binding initial estimate. Ask beforehand whether any costs apply.
Key local offices in Birmingham
- HM Land Registry (England and Wales)
Land register, actual sale prices (Price Paid Data)
- Find a court or tribunal
Identify the competent court
Links to official websites; details may change.
Market data for Birmingham
We do not publish our own price figures. Current prices, rents and land values come from the official sources below.
Guides on this topic
Selling property in Germany: step by step
From valuation to the notary appointment – what happens when you sell a flat or house.
Choosing the right estate agent
How to recognise qualifications, market knowledge and a fair agency agreement.
Agent's commission: who pays what?
The rules for buying and renting in Germany in brief.
Profile summary
Martin & Co Birmingham Harborne Lettings & Estate Agents at a glance
Martin & Co Birmingham Harborne Lettings & Estate Agents is a family-run property agency at 143 High Street in Harborne, Birmingham. It forms part of the national Martin & Co network of independently owned agencies. Its local services include property sales, lettings, property management and independent mortgage advice, delivered from the Harborne office and its sister office in Birmingham City.
The agency covers south and west Birmingham and other named locations, including Edgbaston, Bearwood, Smethwick, Oldbury, Halesowen and Dudley. The website identifies period conversions in Harborne, student lets around Selly Oak and family homes in Bournville among the property types it handles.
Deepa Sohal leads the Harborne and Birmingham City teams and is described on the website as MARLA Propertymark qualified. Sellers are offered valuations, marketing and negotiation. Landlords can choose tenant finding or fully managed lettings. Management services include maintenance, inspections and compliance handling. The supplied Google data records a rating of 4.5 out of 5 from 1,382 reviews.
Automatically summarised from the company's publicly available information, as of 04/10/2026. Not individually verified by the editors. Sources: martinco.com, martinco.com, martinco.com, martinco.com
Services according to the company
- Property sales
- Free property valuation
- Property marketing
- Sales negotiation
- Tenant finding for landlords
- Fully managed lettings
- Property management
- Maintenance and property inspections
- Compliance handling for landlords
- Independent mortgage advice
Editorial context
Working with a provider in Birmingham – what matters
When choosing an estate or letting agent in Birmingham, experience with the specific neighbourhood and property type should be a central consideration. Martin & Co Harborne describes a service area extending beyond Harborne across a range of residential locations. Prospective clients should therefore ask which comparable properties the responsible team has handled in their particular area. Student lets in Selly Oak may involve different management requirements from family homes in Bournville or period conversions in Harborne.
For a sale, it is useful to request an explanation of the proposed valuation, the marketing plan and responsibility for negotiations. An advertised free valuation does not remove the need to clarify subsequent agency charges. Fees, contract duration and termination arrangements should be clearly documented before instruction. Where an existing agency agreement is in place, its relationship with any new instruction should be clarified; this is not a legal assessment of an individual case.
Landlords should distinguish tenant finding from fully managed lettings. For the advertised management services, relevant questions include the scope and frequency of inspections, repair authorisation and the allocation of compliance tasks. The scope and potential costs of independent mortgage advice should also be checked directly. Reviews can provide indications of communication and viewing arrangements. However, the supplied selection largely concerns those interactions and cannot support a comprehensive assessment of all management or sales services.
Editorial context based on documented profile details, as of 04/10/2026. General information, not legal or investment advice.
Opening hours
- Monday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Tuesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Thursday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Friday: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM
- Saturday: 9:30 AM – 4:30 PM
- Sunday: Closed
Source: Google, as of 04/10/2026
Questions & answers
Which areas does Martin & Co Harborne cover?
The website lists Harborne, Edgbaston, Bearwood, Smethwick, Oldbury, West Bromwich, Halesowen, Dudley, Quinton, Bartley Green, Selly Oak, Selly Park, Northfield, Rubery, Longbridge, Moseley, Kings Heath, Bournville, Kings Norton, Cotteridge and Stirchley.
Which services are available to landlords?
The agency offers tenant finding and fully managed lettings. According to the website, property management includes maintenance, inspections and compliance handling.
Does the office offer mortgage advice?
Yes. The website lists independent mortgage advice for buyers, movers and investors, available through the Harborne and Birmingham City offices.
Can I arrange a free property valuation?
Yes. The branch page offers booking for a free valuation. The general Martin & Co website describes free sales or lettings valuations through the local office.
What fees and contract durations apply?
The branch page links to landlord fees, tenant fees and referral fees. Specific amounts and contract durations are not included in the supplied text. Ask directly through the contact form for the terms applicable to your instruction.
Experiences & reviews
Experiences and reviews of Martin & Co Birmingham Harborne Lettings & Estate Agents
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Reviews on our site
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Google reviews of the company
4.5out of 5 on Google · 1382 reviews
For these 1382 reviews Google only publishes the overall score and count, no breakdown by stars and at most 5 individual review texts. A star distribution could therefore not be substantiated. As of 04/10/2026.
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Critical voices
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Selected reviews on Google
The supplied Google data records 4.5 out of 5 from 1,382 reviews. Across the provided selection of five reviews, all rated five stars, recurring themes include courteous and professional conduct, prompt responses and helpful support during property searches. Several reviewers praise viewing arrangements, the conduct of viewings and detailed answers to questions. Sufyan is mentioned by name repeatedly. One reviewer who did not ultimately secure a flat still describes the contact positively. No critical themes appear in this selection. It does not represent the full body of reviews and provides limited evidence about longer-term property management services.
I would like to express my sincere gratitude to Bogdan Oglu for the outstanding service he provided. From start to finish, his behaviour was incredibly respectful, polite, and professional. He conducted himself like a true gentleman throughout our interaction. What stood out the most was his dedication; his follow-up was prompt and thorough, ensuring that everything was sorted perfectly. Furthermore, I must mention how impeccably dressed and smartly turned out he was, which truly reflected his high standards and respect for the customers. Thank you, Bogdan, for such a brilliant experience. You are an absolute credit to the company!
Recently we were looking for a new house, and Sufyan from Martin & Co was extremely helpful throughout the whole process. He was professional, responsive, and always ready to answer our questions patiently. Finding the right property can be stressful, but he made everything much smoother and easier for us. We really appreciate his support and honest guidance in helping us secure our new home. Highly recommended!
I went to view property in copperbox with let cons Sufyan, He dealt with me really friendly, showed the place with pros and cons, also showed me the other property as well. He was professional, well spoken with a good attitude. I was really wanting a good property for myself this time with good heating, security and for peaceful living and Sufyan has helped me finding one, really appreciate his hardwork.
Although we didn't end up getting a flat we had great experience with this agency. Sufyan was a great help, he booked us in for a viewing promptly, and even chased it up for us, which was greatly appreciated. Very friendly service, thank you Sufyan!
Today I visited the house I’m thinking of renting, and Sufyan Zafar showed me around. He was excellent to deal with and answered all my questions thoroughly. He understood my situation and gave me several suggestions, for which I’m very grateful. He arrived at the property several minutes before the agreed time. Throughout, he displayed the professionalism and respect one expects to find in meetings of this kind.
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Offensive posts, anonymous abuse and posts without a recognisable client relationship are not published. Reviews are subjective individual experiences.
Services in this field explained
A valuation estimates the price a property can achieve on the market, based on location, condition, size, fittings and comparable sales.
What does a valuation cost? Many agents offer an initial estimate free of charge. A formal market value report by a certified surveyor is paid; the fee depends on the property and effort.
When you sell, an agent handles valuation, exposé, viewings, negotiation and the notary appointment.
Who pays the agent's commission? When flats and single-family houses are sold to consumers, the commission is generally split between seller and buyer (§ 656c German Civil Code).
When letting, an agent takes care of listing, viewings, tenant selection and the tenancy agreement.
Who pays the agent when letting? Since 2015 the “orderer pays” principle applies to residential lettings: usually the landlord pays when they hired the agent.
Getting there
- Harborne Junction· ca. 70 m
- York Street· ca. 100 m
- York St· ca. 110 m
Nearby stops according to Google, straight-line distance.
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