As North Yorkshire’s largest independent estate agent, we’ve been selling houses in the region for well over 150 years. Unlike some other estate agents.
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We’re here to help you find your next home, so you can trust Stephensons to talk you through every stage of the process.
Stephensons have long-standing relationships with many local developers and can keep you up to date with current and future developments in the area.
Buying a home will probably be the most important investment you will ever make. You should find out as much as you can before you agree to buy.
A unique and renowned bar & restaurant venue in the heart of York City Centre
Approximately 6,000 sq.ft, plus pavement seating and roof terrace, accommodating in excess of 250 covers.
Under the same ownership for nearly 25 years.
Offered on a freehold basis (leasehold considered
We have six offices throughout the region, including York, Haxby, Knaresborough, Easingwold, Selby & Boroughbridge, which are staffed by a superb team of chartered surveyors, estate agents, auctioneers and qualified valuers.
If you would like genuinely independent help or advice on any aspect of buying a property, please ask, and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.
Having joined Stephensons in 2002 becoming a Partner of the company in 2010, Nick has over 21 years of experience of the North Yorkshire Housing market qualifying as a Chartered Surveyor in 2006. Nick specialises in all areas of Residential Property including residential sales, residential lettings, development land and property auctions.
Having grown up in and around the villages of York, Oliver is approaching 20 years in the property industry having worked for some of the largest property organisations, both locally and nationally. From a family with a wealth of property background this allows him to offer an extensive knowledge of the people and property of North Yorkshire. Oliver joined the company in 2008 becoming a Partner in 2017, and is on hand to provide sound and sensible property advice.
Ian has over 50 years experience of the Greater York property market and is the leading authority on residential development land in the North of England. Whether you have a single building plot or a large development site in excess of 100 acres Ian can provide expert advice on your asset and how to maximise it.
Elliot comes from a family with extensive property knowledge and is a graduate of Sheffield Hallam University with a degree in building surveying. In 2017 he completed his RICS qualifications to become a Chartered Surveyor and RICS Registered Valuer.
Having spent 10 years working for local independent companies, Elliot joined Stephensons in 2022 to head up our commercial agency arm, and is involved in all aspects of commercial property including agency, rent reviews, lease renewals, property management and formal RICS ‘Red Book’ valuations. Elliot was appointed as an Associate Partner in 2024 before becoming a Partner in April 2025.
With nearly a decade of experience in the property industry, Sam brings a wealth of property expertise to his role at Stephensons. His strong command of the local property market and negotiation skills enables him to secure the best outcomes for his clients. Committed to market leading marketing, exceptional service, and personalised support, Sam guides clients through every stage of their property journey with professionalism and care.
Sarah joined the firm in 2005 as a member of the National Association of Estate Agents. An enthusiastic member of the team who is highly skilled in sales negotiation/progression and offers a vast knowledge of York and its villages. Sarah oversees our sales team and deals with all Sales Progression in our busy York office being on hand to guide buyers and sellers through the sales process.
With over a decade of experience in property valuation, Wayne brings a wealth of knowledge and insight to his role at Stephensons. His deep understanding of local market trends and pricing strategies allows him to deliver accurate, informed valuations and he is committed to providing honest advice, outstanding service, and tailored support at every stage of the property journey.
Charlotte graduated from the University of Chester with First Class Honours in Accounting and Finance before launching her career in the competitive London prime property market. Over the years, she has gained extensive experience in sales, applicant management, sales progression, and vendor communication, consistently building strong, trusted relationships with both buyers and sellers. Charlotte also brings valuable insight into the property investment and development sectors, having worked closely with developers across Yorkshire to support a range of successful projects.
Martyn is an experience sale person having worked for the company since 2020. Living locally, he initially joined the firm with a varied role covering both sales and lettings before joining the sale department full time in 2023.
Emma started working for Stephensons in 2018 and has a strong background in residential property sales in and around the Haxby area. Emma is on hand to offer in depth advice about the local area and both buying and selling houses.
Debbie has recently joined us following a varied and successful career within the property industry. She has worked in estate agency for over 25 years in and around York and has an in depth knowledge of both the City and the surrounding towns and villages.
Debbie prides herself on her ability to build and maintain relationships with customers and to help guide them through the buying and selling process. She has a passion for property and bags of enthusiasm and is looking forward to being part of the Haxby team.
Karen brings a wealth of experience in residential property sales, particularly within Haxby and the surrounding areas. With an in-depth understanding of the local market, she offers valuable insights and practical advice to clients looking to buy or sell their homes. Karen’s approachable nature and commitment to providing exceptional service make her a trusted guide throughout every stage of the property journey. Whether helping sellers achieve the best possible results or assisting buyers in finding their perfect home, she combines local expertise with genuine care and professionalism. Her deep roots in the community and passion for property ensure clients feel confident, informed, and fully supported from start to finish
Tom joined the Selby team in 2015, before becoming Branch Manager 2019. A member of the National Association of Estate Agents with over 10 years of experience of both sales. lettings and property valuations, he offers a vast knowledge of the local property market and is driven to achieve the very best results for all his clients, understanding their requirements, exceeding expectations and takes pride in delivering an excellent level of customer service along the way. In 2025 Tom became an Associate Partner within the firm.
Millie joined the Selby branch in July 2024 and has quickly become an integral part of the team. Leading from the front, Millie is a dedicated Sales Consultant with a wealth of knowledge of the local property market and delivers exceptional customer service to new and existing clients. Millie became a member of the National Association of Estate Agents in 2025.
Hope is our most recent addition to the Selby office and joins our sales team, continuing her pathway and development within the estate agency world. As junior sales negotiator, Hope is on hand to deal with all sales related enquiries, from booking market appraisals to viewings and all other general appointments. Hope has commenced her studies towards her National Association of Estate Agency, a recognised professional qualification in the UK property market
With over 35 years of estate agency experience selling a wide range of town and country properties locally, regionally and nationally, Nick provides our clients with expert guidance, realistic valuations and invaluable marketing advice on how to maximise their property’s true market potential. Having joined Stephensons in 2011, Nick became an Associate Partner in 2017 and manages our residential sales teams in both Easingwold and Boroughbridge.
Having previously worked at Boulton Cooper Stephenson in Helmsley, Gill lives locally and joined the Easingwold sales team in 2016. Gill provides our clients with a professional, friendly and efficient approach whether you are in the process of buying, selling, renting or letting a property.
Philippa joined Stephensons in 2023 having embarked on her career in the property industry in Scotland in 2022. With a strong background in sales and customer service, Philippa is eager to assist both buyers and sellers alike throughout their property journey.
Shortly after finishing his Business Economics Degree, Dan joined the Stephensons team in 2015, originally at our York office, before becoming Branch Manager of our newly opened Haxby Office in 2018. In 2025 Dan took on the role of overseeing the management of both our Boroughbridge and Knaresborough offices whilst becoming an Associate Partner. Throughout his journey with us, he’s become a member of the National Association of Estate Agents and successfully finished his master’s degree in real estate. Dan is an exceptionally ambitious, professional, and personable estate agent working alongside his superb teams to deliver the best service to our clients. Outside work, he loves six-a-side football and captains a local cricket team!
With over 14 years of experience in residential sales and lettings in Easingwold, Boroughbridge and the surrounding areas, Sue aim is to ensure our clients the smoothest move possible and provides invaluable and unwavering support through the day to day challenges that buying, selling or renting a property brings by solving problems, finding answers and chasing up the weakest links in your chain.
Nathan joined the Stephensons team in 2023 bringing with him a degree in Business & Entrepreneurship and having grown up in Boroughbridge, Nathan offers our clients a wealth of local knowledge and a determination to provide the highest standards of customer service. Nathan has also extended his property knowledge further by undertaking the National Association of Estates Agents level 2 qualification.
Angela is a key member of our Knaresborough Sales & Lettings team bringing 26 years’ experience working in Harrogate, Knaresborough & Wetherby with the majority spent in Knaresborough itself.
Her knowledge of the area and negotiation skills compliment an already thriving office. In her spare time Angela enjoys with her husband and is a keen artist, using oil, pastel and water colour.
Mike joined the business in 2025 and has a wealth of experience in the property industry. Mike has worked within a range of roles and will offer his expertise and vast knowledge to sellers and buyers alike. In his spare time, Mike enjoys spending time with his grandchildren and exploring Harlow Carr Gardens.
Emily leads our marketing team with creativity, passion, and a relentless drive for innovation. She is dedicated to developing fresh, effective strategies that amplify our brand’s presence and ensure our properties reach the widest possible audience. With a keen eye for emerging trends and a deep understanding of what resonates with our clients, Emily consistently pushes boundaries to elevate our marketing efforts. Her leadership inspires the team to think boldly, work collaboratively, and continuously find new ways to connect our brand with people everywhere.
Lucy leads our social media management with creativity, precision, and an unwavering commitment to excellence. She is the driving force behind our engaging online presence, crafting compelling content that captures attention and builds authentic connections with our audience. Known for her exceptional efficiency and ability to deliver top-quality work under tight deadlines, Lucy brings energy and enthusiasm to everything she does. Her passion for storytelling and collaboration makes her an invaluable part of our team and a key contributor to our brand’s success online.
Shaun is the creative force behind the striking visual content that brings our property listings and brand to life. Renowned for his efficiency, passion, and commitment to high-quality production, he has a talent for capturing the true essence and appeal of every home and development we represent. With a keen eye for detail and a deep understanding of what makes property marketing stand out, Shaun transforms creative visions into captivating visual stories that inspire buyers and drive results. Whether it’s showcasing the elegance of a luxury residence or highlighting the potential of a new project, Shaun’s dynamic approach ensures every image and video reflects the very best of our portfolio.
Alasdair is the creative talent behind the captivating visual content that defines our brand and showcases our properties at their very best. A highly skilled photographer, he has an exceptional ability to capture each home’s unique character, atmosphere, and finer details through beautifully composed, high-quality imagery. His photography not only highlights the aesthetic appeal of every property but also tells a story that connects with potential buyers on an emotional level. Renowned for his efficiency, professionalism, and dedication to excellence, Alasdair consistently delivers standout visual content that elevates our marketing presence.
Neil is our dedicated Energy Assessor, responsible for carrying out all our Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) with precision and professionalism. With a strong background in property assessment and building efficiency, Neil ensures every evaluation is thorough, accurate, and compliant with current regulations. His detailed approach helps homeowners, buyers, and landlords understand how their properties perform in terms of energy use and where improvements can be made. Known for his reliability and friendly manner, Neil takes pride in providing a smooth, efficient service and delivering clear, practical advice.
Dear Sarah, I want to thank you so much for your help & support through my moving process. You have been exceptionally kind & helpful. THANK YOU. Your team was also excellent.
Hi all, we would like to place on record our appreciation of the efforts and professionalism with which you have conducted the sale. We are very pleased with the outcome and the price achieved was certainly higher than we had anticipated when we went to market. Then there is Laura, who has been a pleasure to deal with throughout!
We would like to thank Tom, Mary and whole Selby team for their professionalism ,approachability and knowledge during the purchase of our new home. They were very helpful and we managed to achieve a settlement in 5 weeks of which we are very happy with.
We recently sold our house through Stephensons in Selby, our agent was Tom. The sale was not straight forward , as is often the case, however, Tom and the staff at Stephenson’s were fantastic during the stressful times and we are very grateful for the time and effort they put in to complete the sale. I would highly recommend Stephensons .
Excellent knowledge & professionalism throughout my house purchase. I was always kept informed throughout the process and they helped me find my dream home.
Nothing was too much to ask even at the point when I was just viewing houses. I was recommended to use them through my friend who sold her house with Stephenson’s and I’m glad I did! Thank you!
Stephensons were involved in both the sale and purchase of our property and we cannot recommend them highly enough! Throughout the process the service was professional and the team proactive to keep things moving as quickly as possible. We have now completed and moved in before Christmas which is an amazing achievement given the current environment and is testament to Stephensons exceptional service.
We can’t think of one negative comment to write about Tom and his team. From start to finish they were fantastic, in some very difficult circumstances (not their fault). Through it all they were all very polite and went out of their way to help us. We would never trust anyone else to sell our home. I highly recommend Tom and his team at Selby.
We Would highly recommend Stephensons. I found them extremely professional and they dealt very promptly with our needs and requests.
Stephensons offered a prompt and professional service, obviously very knowledgeable about the market. Excellent photos, they kept me fully informed all the time and sold my house within 3 weeks. Thank you so much to all the team, I can’t recommend them enough.
I instructed Stephensons to market my home in Osbaldwick. Oliver visited me and gave clear and honest advise and offered several marketing plans. Within a week of launch Laura and Iain has successfully negotiated me an asking price offer which Sarah speedily managed through to completion. I would highly recommend this team a very refreshing approach. Well done!
We’ll work with you every step of the way and will guide you through the buying process from offer through to completion. We can accompany you on viewings and will let you know as soon as a potential property comes onto the market.
We have six offices throughout the region, including York, Haxby Knaresborough, Easingwold, Selby & Boroughbridge, which are staffed by a superb team of chartered surveyors, estate agents, auctioneers and qualified valuers.
If you would like genuinely independent help or advice on any aspect of buying a property, please ask, and we’ll be happy to answer your questions.
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