Company portrait
Profile and services
- Primary profession
- Real estate agent
- Location
- Essen, Germany
- Specialism
- –
- Other professions
- –
- Online consulting
- Not stated
- Coverage
- Regional
- Languages
- Deutsch
- Profile status
- Editorially documented
Profile at a glance
- Profession
- Real estate agent
- Focus
- Not stated
- Location
- Essen
- Languages
- Deutsch
- Online consulting
- Not stated
- Data as of
- 04/10/2026
- Google data checked
- 04/10/2026
What to look for in Essen
With agents in Essen, 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 Essen
- Essen Expert Committee for Property Values
Standard land values, sales price data, market report
- City of Essen – property and housing authority
Publisher of the Essen rent index
- Energy advice, Consumer Centres
Independent initial advice
- Land registries (NRW justice portal)
Competent by location of the property
- City of Essen
Official city portal
Links to official websites; details may change.
Market data for Essen
We do not publish our own price figures.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
McMakler GmbH - Immobilienmakler Essen at a glance
McMakler GmbH handles property transactions in the Essen and Wuppertal area from its office at Christophstraße 11, 45130 Essen. The branch website specifically identifies the Essen districts of Heisingen, Bredeney, Rüttenscheid, Kettwig, Essen-Süd and Stadtwald as areas of focus. Its work centres on brokering houses and apartments, particularly supporting owners through a sale.
The published services range from a free property valuation and obtaining and preparing sales documents to producing property photographs and brochures. They also include marketing on selected property portals, screening prospective buyers, arranging viewings, conducting sales negotiations and checking buyers’ creditworthiness. Preparing and coordinating the purchase agreement and notary appointment, organising the property handover and providing buyer aftercare are also listed.
According to the company, McMakler combines local agents’ work with digital processes and central support services. The Essen website also provides McCompass, a tool for exploring local property prices and price trends. The supplied Google data show a rating of 4.9 out of 5 stars from 328 reviews.
Automatically summarised from the company's publicly available information, as of 04/10/2026. Not individually verified by the editors. Sources: mcmakler.de, mcmakler.de
Services according to the company
- Free property valuation for the sale of houses and apartments
- Obtaining and preparing sales documents
- Producing property photographs and brochures
- Developing a pricing and marketing strategy
- Marketing on selected property portals
- Screening prospective buyers
- Scheduling and conducting viewings
- Sales negotiations and buyer creditworthiness checks
- Preparing and coordinating the purchase agreement and notary appointment
- Organising the property handover and providing buyer aftercare
Editorial context
Working with a provider in Essen – what matters
When appointing an estate agent in Essen, it is useful to establish their experience with the specific location and property type. McMakler lists several Essen districts and Wuppertal as its service area. Prospective clients should therefore ask about comparable transactions in their neighbourhood and who would handle their case. Naming a district does not, on its own, explain how an individual property will be valued or marketed.
For the offered property valuation, owners should be able to understand which comparable properties, location factors, condition and features inform the estimate. Digital pricing tools can provide initial guidance, but their results should be discussed in relation to the particular property. An agreed pricing and marketing strategy is equally important, with clear responsibilities for photographs, brochures, property portals and progress updates.
Because McMakler also lists document procurement, viewings, creditworthiness checks and coordination of the notary appointment, clients should clarify the actual scope of the engagement in writing. This includes required documents, potential additional costs, the agreed commission and the division of tasks between owner and agent. The supplied texts do not specify a commission rate for this branch.
Buyers should also ask who will answer property questions and coordinate viewings and subsequent steps. Review accounts of an introduction to a financing adviser should not be treated as a binding service commitment. Google reviews can offer additional insights into communication, but do not replace a personal discussion and assessment of the proposal.
Editorial context based on documented profile details, as of 04/10/2026. General information, not legal or investment advice.
Opening hours
- Montag: 08:00–20:00 Uhr
- Dienstag: 08:00–20:00 Uhr
- Mittwoch: 08:00–20:00 Uhr
- Donnerstag: 08:00–20:00 Uhr
- Freitag: 08:00–20:00 Uhr
- Samstag: 10:00–19:00 Uhr
- Sonntag: 10:00–19:00 Uhr
Source: Google, as of 04/10/2026
Questions & answers
Which areas does McMakler cover from its Essen office?
The branch website lists Essen and Wuppertal. It specifically mentions Heisingen, Bredeney, Rüttenscheid, Kettwig, Essen-Süd and Stadtwald.
Does McMakler Essen offer a free property valuation?
Yes. The website lists a free property valuation for selling a house or apartment. According to the provider, the market price assessment considers location, condition and features.
Which tasks does McMakler handle during a property sale?
Listed tasks include obtaining documents, property photography, brochure production, marketing, screening prospective buyers, viewings, sales negotiations and creditworthiness checks. The provider also lists preparing and coordinating the purchase agreement and notary appointment, organising the handover and providing buyer aftercare.
What commission does McMakler Essen charge?
The supplied website texts do not specify a commission rate. Request the terms for your proposed engagement directly through the contact form.
Where is the office and what opening hours are listed?
The office is at Christophstraße 11, 45130 Essen. The branch website lists opening hours of 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. Monday to Friday and 10:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.
Experiences & reviews
Experiences and reviews of McMakler GmbH - Immobilienmakler Essen
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Google reviews of the company
4.9out of 5 on Google · 328 reviews
For these 328 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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Selected reviews on Google
The supplied selection contains five Google reviews, all rated five stars. Recurring themes include personal support, availability, responses to questions and guidance through to the notary appointment. Several reviewers specifically praise Yasmin Musapour or Vanessa Lejk. Individual reviews also mention an introduction to a financing adviser through McMakler, dashboard updates and photographs for the property brochure. Critical comments concern initial doubts about the company’s credibility and a start described as bumpy; the subsequent support is assessed positively. This selection does not cover all 328 reviews and does not establish how common these experiences are overall.
Meine Erfahrung mit McMakler in Essen war durchweg positiv, und das verdanke ich insbesondere Frau Musapour. Sie war während des gesamten Prozesses immer für mich da und hat ihn reibungslos gestaltet. Ihre Kompetenz und Professionalität waren wirklich herausragend. Ich kann Frau Musapour und damit McMakler in Essen uneingeschränkt empfehlen!
Ich möchte mich bei McMakler und besonders bei der Maklerin Yasmin Musapour für die tolle Betreuung bedanken! Zwischen dem ersten Besichtigungstermin und dem finalen Notartermin lagen nur 6 Wochen - dass wir so schnell zur eigenen Traum-Immobilie kommen, hätte ich nie gedacht! Auch alles rund um die Finanzierung hat über die durch McMakler vermittelte Finanzberatung reibungslos und schnell geklappt. Frau Musapour und Frau Sadeqi von der Finanzberatung haben alle unsere Fragen und Unsicherheiten ernst genommen, waren immer für uns erreichbar und haben uns vom Anfang an ein Gefühl von Zuversicht und Leichtigkeit vermittelt. Wir freuen uns sehr über unsere erste eigene Wohnung!
Wir sind sehr zufrieden mit der Arbeit von Frau Musapour. Sie ist eine äußerst kompetente Maklerin und hat uns beim Kauf unserer Wohnung professionell und engagiert unterstützt. Vielen Dank😊
Sobald ich persönlichen Kontakt mit Frau Lejk hatte lief der gesamte Kaufsprozess absolut reibungslos und mit der besten Unterstützung. Sie hat alle Besichtigungswünsche möglich gemacht und all unsere vielen Fragen entgegen genommen. Es war ein sehr angenehmer Austausch und ich würde Sie jederzeit weiterempfehlen :)
Am Anfang war ich mit nicht sicher wie seriös McMakler ist. Nun kann ich jedem dieses Unternehmen und vor allem Frau Lejk als Makler empfehlen. Von der ersten Kontaktaufnahme bis zum Notartermin war die Betreuung durch Frau Vanessa Lejk hervorragend. Nach einem etwas holprigen Start wurde ich glücklicherweise an sie übergeben – und ab diesem Moment lief alles reibungslos! Sie unterstützte mich kompetent bei der Checkliste, schätzte die Immobilie realistisch ein (mit Berücksichtigung meiner Interessen) und hielt mich per Dashboard stets auf dem Laufenden. Besonders beeindruckend waren die wunderschönen und ausdrucksstarken Fotos, die sie für das Exposé erstellt hat. Dank ihrer professionellen und zugleich menschlichen Betreuung fand sich schnell ein passender Käufer, und auch beim folgenden Notartermin fühlte ich mich bestens begleitet. Vielen Dank liebe Vanessa Lejk für di
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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
- Essen Zweigertstr.· ca. 90 m
- Zweigertstr.· ca. 110 m
- Essen Martinstr.· ca. 150 m
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