Business Details
23 Years
experience
Your Trusted Estate Agents in Northampton
David Cosby Chartered Surveyors & Estate Agents have been serving clients across Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and Buckinghamshire for over two decades. As an RICS-regulated firm, we combine surveying and legal expertise to deliver personalized property services with meticulous attention to detail. Our team of chartered professionals, including building surveyors, solicitors, and architectural technicians, provides a comprehensive range of residential and commercial property solutions. With a commitment to transparency and integrity, we operate without fixed-term contracts, offering competitive fees at 1% including VAT on a no-sale-no-fee basis.Our local knowledge and dedication to client satisfaction have earned us 72 five-star reviews, reflecting our ability to navigate complex transactions smoothly. We pride ourselves on fostering long-term relationships through exceptional service, ensuring clients feel supported from initial inquiry to transaction completion. Our family-run ethos allows us to maintain a personal touch often absent in larger corporate firms, while our multidisciplinary approach addresses every aspect of property ownership and investment.
Services
Residential Property Sales
Commercial Property Surveys
Measured Building Surveys
Party Wall Advice
Landlord Services
Tenant Screening
Property Valuations
Auction Property Sales
Lease Agreement Management
Rental Market Analysis
Details
- Year established: 2003
Highlights and features
- We are RICS-registered with surveying and legal expertise to ensure smooth property transactions.
- Our competitive rate of 1% including VAT offers exceptional value with no hidden fees.
- 20+ years of local market knowledge across Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and Buckinghamshire.
- Family-run business providing personalized service with 72 five-star Google reviews.
- No fixed-term contracts our commitment to satisfaction is proven by our no-sale-no-fee policy.
Associations and certifications
- RICS
- ARLA
- NAEA
What people say
Friendly and quick to respond
Kept informed throughout
Personal service
Resolved complex issues
Exceeded expectations
Services
Residential Property Sales
Our residential property sales service combines local market expertise with professional photography and digital marketing to maximise property exposure. We provide accurate valuations, negotiate offers, and manage legal progression to ensure smooth transactions. Our RICS-registered team offers unique surveying and legal insights to resolve potential issues early, reducing transaction delays while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
Measured Building Surveys
Using advanced laser scanning technology, we produce precise architectural drawings for residential and commercial properties. Our surveys include floor plans, elevations, and 3D models compliant with Land Registry requirements. This service supports property transactions, renovations, and planning applications while identifying structural characteristics that might affect property value or development potential.
Party Wall Advice
We provide specialist guidance for property owners undertaking works affecting shared boundaries. Our RICS-qualified surveyors prepare party wall awards, resolve disputes, and ensure compliance with the Party Wall etc. Act 1996. This service protects clients' legal interests while maintaining neighbourly relationships through impartial, expert assessment of construction impacts.
Landlord Services
Our ARLA-registered property management service includes tenant sourcing, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and legal compliance. We conduct thorough tenant referencing, manage lease agreements, and provide regular property inspections. Our local market knowledge helps landlords optimise rental income while protecting their investment through proactive maintenance and timely issue resolution.
Commercial Property Surveys
We conduct comprehensive surveys of commercial premises for buyers, sellers, and investors. Our reports identify structural condition, compliance issues, and dilapidation risks while providing valuation insights. This service supports informed decision-making for commercial property transactions, including advice on adaptation potential and regulatory requirements affecting business premises.
People
David Cosby
Principal Director | Building Surveyor
With 25 years' experience, David leads as Principal Director and RICS-qualified Building Surveyor. His expertise spans residential and commercial surveys, design work, and defect analysis. He maintains industry best practices through continuous professional development, ensuring clients receive current, accurate property assessments and practical solutions.
Natasha Cosby
Solicitor Director | Practice Manager
Qualified property solicitor Natasha combines legal expertise with estate agency leadership. She specialises in transactional legalities, resolving complex issues that could delay property sales. Her dual expertise in surveying and law enables seamless client support, evidenced by consistently positive client feedback and five-star reviews for her responsive, knowledgeable service.
Gareth Powell
Sales & Lettings Manager
With 20+ years in property, Gareth manages sales and lettings operations. His local market knowledge covers Warwickshire and Northamptonshire, where he advises on property values and investment opportunities. He prioritises transparent communication and long-term client relationships, maintaining support beyond transaction completion for ongoing property needs.
Virginia Church
Building Surveyor
Virginia brings 20+ years' surveying experience, specialising in commercial dilapidations and defect analysis. She supports both surveying and estate agency departments with technical expertise, preparing detailed reports that inform property transactions. Her pragmatic approach resolves complex surveying challenges while maintaining clear client communication about property conditions.
Sadie Tyson
Sales & Lettings Agent
Newly qualified with MNAEA and MARLA accreditation, Sadie provides estate agency services with strong IT skills and fresh perspective. She manages initial client interactions, property viewings, and transaction progression. Her enthusiasm and technical proficiency enhance client experience through efficient digital processes and responsive communication.
Questions
What areas do David Cosby Estate Agents cover?
We operate across Northamptonshire, Warwickshire, and Buckinghamshire, including Northampton, Daventry, Towcester, and Rugby with local knowledge of surrounding villages.
What fees do you charge for property sales?
Our current rate is 1% including VAT on a no-sale-no-fee basis with no hidden costs or fixed-term contracts.
How does your surveying expertise benefit property transactions?
Our chartered surveyors identify potential issues early, providing technical insights that prevent transaction delays and support informed decision-making.
Are you regulated by professional bodies?
We are regulated by RICS for surveying, ARLA for property management, and NAEA for estate agency services, ensuring professional standards.
How do you handle complex property transactions?
Our combined surveying and legal expertise resolves issues like party wall matters, survey defects, and legal complexities to maintain transaction progress.
What property management services do you offer?
We provide tenant sourcing, lease management, rent collection, maintenance coordination, and regular property inspections for landlords across our service areas.
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