Winchester’s property market is always extremely active with lots to offer prospective buyers: history, architecture, beautiful countryside and excellent schools. Here are five top tips to help smooth the way to a successful sale.

1. First, think about who might buy your property, then try to tailor your space to appeal to the main group without alienating others. If you’re close to the station and feel a professional couple would be ideal, turn the spare room/office back into a bedroom and make a space for a workstation elsewhere in the house. This way, the house would still appeal to a young couple with a small child, or downsizers who want space for visitors.

2. The Winchester property market is a fiercely competitive and first impressions will always count. Little touches such as cleaning windows, clearing clutter, tidying the garden and painting the front door with a fresh coat of neutral paint will help create good first impressions and your property stand out.

3. Like most cities, parking can be challenging at certain times of the day. It’s a good idea to leave any parking space you have free for the buyer. And, if you live in the centre of the city, try to arrange day time viewings when neighbours are likely to be out at work and parking near your home may be easier.

4. Buyers in Winchester love the period features that come with the city’s beautiful architecture. If you’re redecorating before putting your house on the market, don’t cover them up and present any features in their best light.

5. As one of England’s most ancient cities, Winchester is rich in stunning historic architecture. However, this sometimes means that space can be tight, so make the most of the space you do have. De-clutter before you start viewings and consider putting any unnecessary furniture into storage.

Further information

Contact Savills Winchester for more details or view available properties for sale in Winchester.