Business Details
25 Years
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Emergency
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Your Trusted Partner for Real Estate Solutions in Manchester
Philip James is one of Manchester's largest independent property specialists, established in 2001. With a 65-strong team of experienced professionals, we offer comprehensive services in property sales, lettings, management, developments, finance, and block management. Our leadership team, including directors Philip Nolan, Rob Kennedy, and Rob Cuffe, combines decades of expertise in property and financial services. We work with international investors from the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia, delivering results through market-leading expertise and a customer-centric approach.Our core values of respect, accountability, honesty, and teamwork underpin our operations, ensuring integrity and professionalism. We specialise in tailored solutions for developers, landlords, and investors, leveraging local market knowledge to maximise returns. Our success stems from experienced leadership, entrepreneurial innovation, and long-standing client relationships, making us a market leader in Manchester and beyond.
Services
Property Sales
Property Lettings
Property Management
Block Management
Mortgage Services
Property Valuation
Developer Partnerships
Student Landlord Services
Investment Property Sales
International Client Services
Details
- Year established: 2001
Highlights and features
- We have over 25 years of unrivaled success in the Manchester property market
- Our bespoke service includes discreet marketing and off-market property sales
- We pre-qualify buyers to ensure smooth and effective transactions
- Our multi-branch network features the most experienced staff in the industry
- We consistently achieve 99%+ of the asking price for properties sold
Associations and certifications
- ARLA
- Property Mark
What people say
Excellent experience
Incredibly professional
Sale within days
Thorough communication
Highly recommend
Services
Property Sales
Our property sales service specialises in residential and commercial property transactions across Manchester and surrounding areas. With 25+ years of market expertise, we use targeted marketing strategies and a network of 140,000 monthly online users to achieve optimal prices. Our team of experienced negotiators guides clients through every step, from valuation to completion, ensuring smooth transactions and achieving 99%+ of asking prices.
Property Lettings
Our lettings service connects landlords with quality tenants across Greater Manchester. We offer comprehensive tenant screening, competitive rental valuations, and fast lettings (average 10 days). As ARLA-registered professionals, we manage over 2,900 properties worth 655m, ensuring compliance with regulations while maximising returns. Our dedicated team provides ongoing support for both landlords and tenants throughout the rental process.
Property Management
Our property management service covers maintenance, rent collection, and tenant relations for residential and commercial properties. With dedicated property managers and a 24-hour emergency helpline, we ensure properties remain well-maintained and compliant. Our data-driven approach minimises void periods while maintaining a 100% let rate year after year, supported by regular inspections and contractor coordination.
Block Management
Specialist block management for purpose-built apartment blocks and conversions. We provide tailored services including budgeting, health & safety compliance, contractor management, and emergency maintenance. Each block receives dedicated property management with regular inspections to maintain value and ensure legislative compliance. Our team handles communal areas, repairs, and tenant relations to maximise investment returns.
Developer Partnerships
We offer comprehensive support for property developers, from site appraisal to sales completion. Our team provides market analysis, pricing strategies, and marketing solutions for residential developments. With expertise in selling multi-million-pound projects and partnerships with major developers, we deliver tailored solutions that unlock hidden potential and maximise site value through strategic planning and presentation.
People
Philip Nolan
CEO
Chartered accountant with international business experience, Philip founded Philip James in 2001. He brings financial expertise and strategic vision to property management and investment, focusing on long-term growth and client relationships.
Rob Kennedy
Director
With over 25 years in property, Rob leads the developments division. He established Philip James Kennedy in 2003, combining local market knowledge with innovative sales strategies to drive business growth.
Rob Cuffe
Director
Property professional with 18+ years at Philip James, Rob oversees operations and expansion. His expertise in Manchester's property market ensures high standards in sales, lettings, and management services.
Neil Ryder
Property Investments Director
Neil manages property investments and new business, leveraging 18+ years of experience. He specialises in buy-to-let portfolios and strategic property solutions for investors.
Trisha Atkinson
Property Management Manager
With 20+ years at Philip James, Trisha leads property inspections and maintenance. Her team ensures high standards across managed properties, focusing on tenant satisfaction and landlord returns.
Questions
What areas do you cover?
We cover Manchester, Salford, Stockport, Chorlton, West Didsbury, Denton, and Reddish, with principal offices in Didsbury, Heaton Moor, and Manchester City Centre.
How do you value properties?
Our experienced valuers use local market knowledge to provide realistic valuations, considering recent sales data, property condition, and market trends to achieve optimal prices.
Do you offer international client services?
Yes, we work with investors from the UK, Europe, Middle East, and Asia, providing tailored solutions for property sales, lettings, and management.
How do you handle tenant screening?
We conduct thorough background checks, credit assessments, and reference verifications to ensure reliable tenants, minimising risks for landlords.
What makes you different from other agents?
We combine 25+ years of local expertise with innovative marketing, achieving 99%+ of asking prices and offering bespoke services for developers and investors.
Reviews (7)
Trevor Powell
May 24, 2022
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Hayley Sellars from PJP was a massive help to us when our daughter was wrongly sent a council tax bill for her student let address helping us to resolve the issue quickly and positively
Jemma Mickleburgh
Apr 13, 2022
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PJ Properties have been prompt to respond to queries, very professional, accessible office, good out of hours provision, good communicators (Source : allAgents)
Azvin Lazuardy
Mar 24, 2022
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Landlords please ignore review from people who only posted few reviews. Philip James sucks. I asked them to fix plumbing problem in my flat but didn't brother to inform the tradesman of the problem. The first fix didn't solve the problem, hence the tradesman had to come again to re-do the fix, meaning he will charge my landlord twice.
Neil Baxter
Mar 24, 2022
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Have been letting my property in central Manchester with Philip James for over 2 years. Couldn't be happier with their professionalism and approach to managing the letting. Always a prompt, friendly response to my queries and tenant requests.
Jo Berridge
Mar 07, 2022
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I dealt with Rebekah Baines in sales. She has the utmost patience and profesionalism. always got back to me quickly and closed a sale late on a Friday afternoon. I really appreciate all her hard work.
Ethan Dent
Oct 07, 2021
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Takes an age to get anything sorted, we notified Philip James Manchester about what was wrong with the flat before we moved in and nothing was sorted by the time we moved in despite the move in date being moved backwards against my wishes. The flat had and still has, a broken shower, broken door handles, moudly blinds, the place was clearly not cleaned when the last tenant had moved out. The list goes on.
Liz Pool
Sep 20, 2021
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I have dealt with Philip James for some years now and I have found the staff to be both professional and responsive. The different teams within the Property Management function have - in my experience - been really easy to deal with and helpful with resolving any issues that I have had. I've recently worked with Jodie and am grateful for her help in efficiently coordinating some flat repairs prior to letting.
