Established in 1989, David Harris & Company has grown to become one of Finchley’s leading and most trusted independent estate agents.
We specialise in the letting, management, and sale of residential properties across Finchley and surrounding areas, including Hendon, Golders Green, Temple Fortune, Barnet, Whetstone, Mill Hill, Edgware, and Stanmore.
As Finchley Central’s No. 1 estate agent, we combine deep local knowledge with the latest technology to offer a smooth, efficient, and modern property experience.
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Personalised, Professional Service from David Harris & Co!
A really great and amazing experience with David Harris & Co. They have been super helpful, detailed, professional and transparent through the whole process. They were really attentive and were realistic about my needs as a new landlord, and what was on the market, so have really appreciated their feedback and great work. Also for being patient with me in answering all my questions.Thank you again for the great and very personalised service David and Ali for letting out my flat!
Aruna Mohan 23/01/2026
Stress-Free Property Purchase Thanks to Paul!
I’ve just completed on my new property, just wanted to say a massive thanks to Paul who helped me along the way.
From start to finish Paul kept me informed and updated at all times and made the whole process which I imagined would to be very stressful that turned out to be very pleasant. I couldn’t recommend David Harris and Co enough if you want a reliable and professional service.
Ardit Laci 22/12/2025
Professional and Efficient Service
I had an excellent experience and received a great service from the whole team. Paul was very professional and efficient and kept me informed throughout the process of letting out my property. I will highly recommend them.
Raouf Jeran-nejad 04/11/2025
Excellent Service and Support from Paul at David Harris & Co!
I’ve had a wonderful experience with David Harris & Co, especially thanks to Paul. He’s a truly professional and attentive estate agent who takes great care of both tenants and landlords. Paul always responds promptly, gives clear and helpful advice, and goes the extra mile to keep everything running smoothly. It’s rare to find someone so approachable and trustworthy in this field. I highly recommend David Harris & Co to anyone looking for reliable property management and a stress-free renting experience!
Mihaela Moscaliuc 03/11/2025
Outstanding Service from Ali and David!
Ali and David Harris have tremendously helpful with the rental of my property in Golders Green. Always reachable and very happy to help. As a landlord for 36 years, David Harris & Co would 100% be my definite recommendation.
Charles levi 28/10/2025
Great Experience!
I had a very great experience with Paul getting our new property. He made things very easy for both myself and my partner.
Buyer - Rebecca Oluwabukunmi 26/10/2025
Beyond 5 Stars! Exceptional Service from Paul Segal
If there’s any other rating Higher than a 5 Star ⭐️ I do give it to PAUL SEGAL..He is very Professional,Efficient and Considerate to both Prospective and already existing Customers..Looking to Rent or buy a Home???..I do recommend him over and over again
Jinadu Olakunle 25/10/2025
Highly Professional & Friendly Service from David Harris & Co!
A highly professional team @ David Harris & Co. They understand the market.
Ali Abrishami (The Lettings Manager) was transparent with us throughout and provided an excellent and very friendly service. He helped us rent our ideal family home within Finchley at a good price for the market.
No fuss even when we requested a few changes before signature. Highly Recommend!
Vijay 20/10/2025
Paul and the David Harris Team Helped Us Find Our Perfect Family Home!
Paul was very helpful and friendly. He managed to find a lovely home for me and for my family.. Paul and David harris the best agency . Thank you Paul for your help.
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Amazing and wonderful experience collaborating with Paul Segal to search for my needed accommodations. Smart personality, energetic, frank, and very helpful. I appreciate him and recommend him if anyone needs help.
Bharat Rasaily 13/10/2025
Two Decades of Trust and Outstanding Lettings Service!
David Harris & Co. let my flat for over twenty years. In all that time they provided excellent service, always secured reliable tenants and could not have been more helpful and thorough. I was always given good advice and I have no hesitation to recommend them for their efficiency and honest openness when dealing with their clients. Mrs. I. Segal.
Irene Segal 06/10/2025
Ali Found Our Dream Home in a Week!
My family had a very amazing experience with Ali at David, Harris & Co.
After searching for properties for over two months with multiple rejections from landlords, Ali helped us secure our ideal home within one week of showing interest in a property he was handling.
Customer service was a 100%. I’d highly recommend him.
Olujare Damilola 27/09/2025
Ali and David Harris & Co — Simply the Best!
Ali was very helpful and professional. Ali and the agency David Harris & Co are the best agents we have ever experienced and surely recommend everyone to trust this amazing agent. If you struggle finding a nice place to rent, give them a call! Thank you Ali.
Enri Subashi 26/09/2025
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Paul was very helpful and professional. He managed to find us the property we dreamed of in no time. Paul and the agency David Harris & Co are the best agents we have ever experienced and surely recommend everyone to trust this amazing agent. If you struggle finding a nice place to rent, give them a call and you will understand what I am saying! Thank you Paul for all your amazing help :)
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Very very positive experience with this neat and comfy agency recently especially because of Mr Paul who is the right person in both right place and time! He goes an extra miles to please such a sensitive client like myself! ) 🙏🏼 God bless him, his boss Mr David and all of his peers working together as one solid and efficient team of professionals!
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The latest house price data from Nationwide shows UK prices ending the year with their weakest annual growth since April, rising just 0.6% in December compared to 1.8% the previous month. On a month-to-month basis, prices fell 0.4% after seasonal adjustments, marking a subdued close to what was nonetheless a resilient year.
It's worth putting that in context. While the headline figure looks soft, the comparison is against strong growth in December 2024, when prices rose 4.7% year-on-year. The slowdown is real, but it's not a collapse — it's a cooling.
A Resilient Year, Despite the Odds
What stands out about 2025 isn't the December figure — it's that the market held up at all. Mortgage rates remained roughly three times their post-pandemic lows. Consumer sentiment was cautious. Households were reluctant to make big financial commitments. And yet, mortgage approvals stayed near pre-COVID levels, and around 1.2 million homes were sold across the year, the highest level since 2022.
Affordability improved gradually as wage growth outpaced house price increases and mortgage rates declined steadily. That created space for buyers, particularly first-time buyers, who made up a larger share of the market than usual. High loan-to-value lending — mortgages requiring deposits of 15% or less — reached its highest level in over a decade.
The stamp duty changes in April created a brief spike in March as buyers rushed to complete before higher rates took effect, but demand recovered quickly afterwards. The market absorbed the change and moved on.
London's Underperformance Continues
London saw annual growth of just 0.7% in 2025, down from 2.0% the previous year. That underperformance relative to the rest of the UK has been a consistent theme over the past decade, and it affects areas across the capital differently.
Flats declined 0.9% over the year, the only property type to fall. Over the past ten years, flat prices have increased by just 18%, less than half the 41% rise seen in terraced houses. Some of that reflects changing buyer preferences, but rising costs play a significant role too.
Pandemic-era demand for space hasn't fully reversed. Buyers still favour properties with gardens, extra rooms, and outdoor access. At the same time, rising service charges, ground rents, and maintenance costs have dampened enthusiasm for flats, particularly among buyers weighing up long-term value.
Semi-detached properties led growth at 2.4%, followed by detached homes at 2.2% and terraced houses at 1.8%. For areas with a mix of property types, that divergence matters when understanding local price movements.
What Happens Next?
The outlook for 2026 is cautiously optimistic. Nationwide expects house price growth to fall within a 2% to 4% range, supported by further improvements in affordability as wages continue rising and interest rates edge lower. The Bank of England's December cut to 3.75% should help, and with inflation coming in lower than expected, confidence is gradually returning.
Budget changes to property taxes are unlikely to have significant immediate impact. The high-value council tax surcharge doesn't take effect until April 2028 and will affect fewer than 1% of properties in England and around 3% in London. Increased taxes on rental income may dampen buy-to-let activity, which could constrain rental supply and keep upward pressure on rents.
For now, the market appears to have found a more stable footing after the volatility of recent years. Prices aren't surging, but they're not falling either. That stability, combined with improving affordability, should support steady activity through the spring selling season.
Whatever move you wish to make, David Harris & Co is here for you At David Harris & Co, we understand what makes Finchley unique. Whether you’re buying,
selling, or renting, our local expertise ensures we can guide you to the best decisions for your needs. Ready to explore Finchley’s property market? Contact David Harris & Co for expert advice and a stress-free experience. Call us on 0208 346 9122 to get started. Let’s make Finchley your next home.
As local estate agents working across Finchley, we pay close attention to national announcements that influence the property landscape. The Autumn Budget has now been delivered, and while some of the most talked-about changes didn’t materialise, several measures will still have a meaningful impact on the market in the years ahead.
To begin with, the Chancellor confirmed that Stamp Duty will stay exactly as it is. Many expected an update to thresholds, but none came. Likewise, Local Housing Allowance remains frozen, which is disappointing for renters and landlords alike. On the other hand, the Government is moving forward with a new high-value council tax surcharge—often described informally as a “mansion tax”—for homes worth over £2 million. Property income tax is also set to rise, and National Minimum Wage increases were confirmed.
Rental Market and Short-Term Let Changes
Landlords—especially those operating in areas with strong rental demand such as Finchley—should note that from April 2027, property income tax will rise by 2 percentage points across all three rates (bringing them to 22%, 42% and 47%).
In addition, regional mayors will gain the power to introduce an overnight visitor levy, which could apply to short-term lets. Models already in development in Wales and Scotland give us an idea of what to expect, and a formal consultation will explore the fine details.
For many landlords, these announcements add to a long line of policy changes over the past decade. Adjustments to mortgage interest relief, increased stamp duty surcharges, reduced CGT allowances and the requirements of the Renters’ Rights Act have all steadily reduced net returns. Nationally, this is likely to discourage new investment and could gradually reduce rental supply—pushing rents upward if demand continues to grow.
Sales Market Outlook
The new High Value Council Tax Surcharge will come into effect in April 2028, applying only to properties valued above £2 million, with annual rates between £2,500 and £7,500 depending on the band. While this affects a small proportion of Finchley homes, it’s an important shift at the top end of the market.
Across the wider UK, forecasts remain cautiously optimistic. Average property values are projected to rise from around £260,000 in 2024 to just under £305,000 in 2030. From 2026 onwards, annual house price growth is expected to settle at roughly 2.5%, keeping pace with typical earnings growth.
One thing the Budget doesn’t directly solve is the inefficiency of the buying and selling process. Too many transactions still fall through or experience long delays. The Government’s ongoing consultation on modernising home moves is therefore very welcome.
Key Headlines for Finchley Homeowners, Buyers and Landlords
Stamp Duty unaffected
No updates to thresholds or structure, despite heavy anticipation of reform.
Property income tax increasing in 2027
A 2% rise across all bands, posing fresh challenges for landlords.
Visitor levy powers being introduced
Local mayors could apply a nightly tax on short stays, influencing short-term let profitability.
New high-value council tax bands from 2028
Annual charges ranging from £2,500 to £7,500 for homes above £2 million.
UK house prices expected to continue a steady rise
Forecast to reach just under £305,000 by 2030, with moderate annual growth.
Government consultation on improving the home-moving process
Aims to cut fall-throughs, reduce delays and make transactions more efficient for all parties.
If you’re planning your next move in Finchley—whether upsizing, downsizing, investing or simply keeping an eye on the market—our team is here to help you make sense of these changes and how they might shape your property decisions.
Whatever move you wish to make, David Harris & Co is here for you
At David Harris & Co, we understand what makes Finchley unique. Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting, our local expertise ensures we can guide you to the best decisions for your needs.
Ready to explore Finchley’s lettings market? Contact David Harris & Co for expert advice and a stress-free experience. Call us on 0208 346 9122 to get started.
Clocks have gone back, inboxes are filling with December move-in queries, and we’re deep into renewal season. Here’s how the Finchley rental market looks right now — and how it stacks up against the wider NW patch — using Home data (2 November 2025).
The headline numbers
At the time of checking, Finchley currently has 204 properties to let. Average rent sits at £2,811 with a median of £2,350. Average time on market (unlet) is 269 days; the median is 51 days — so most well-priced homes go within two months, but there’s a long tail of older listings. Across NW London as a whole, the average is £2,723, median £2,162, with 237 days average ToM and 35 days median. Both Finchley and NW show 0 new listings in the last 14 days in this data cut — we expect that to change as November progresses.
Mix matters (and explains the price gap)
Finchley’s overall average is a touch higher than NW London’s, not because each property type is pricier, but because we offer more family houses. Flats make up 61% of Finchley’s available stock (NW: 71%). Semis are 14% here (NW: 8%), and detached homes are 11% (NW: 3%).
That family-home bias lifts the overall average even though type-by-type pricing is broadly similar or keener than NW.
By property type (Finchley → NW)
● Flats: avg £2,098 vs £2,229; avg ToM 247 vs 237 days.
● Semis: avg £4,054 vs £4,095; avg ToM 296 vs 289 days.
● Detached: avg £5,093 vs £5,838; avg ToM 432 vs 208 days.
● Terraced: tiny sample (just 3 homes) with avg £3,000; treat the 141-day ToM cautiously.
Where the demand is
£1,000–£2,000 pcm: 33% of Finchley stock, avg ToM 170 days (NW: 248). This is our quickest-turning band — think well-located one- and two-beds near East Finchley, Finchley Central, West Finchley and Woodside Park.
£2,000–£5,000 pcm: 56% of Finchley stock (NW: 48%). Avg ToM is 328 days vs 216 in NW — a clear signal to launch at the right price, with strong photography and immediate viewing access.
£5,000+ pcm: 7.4% of local supply (NW: 7.7%), avg ToM 275 vs 228 days — presentation and flexibility (pets, tenancy length) make the difference.
What this means for landlords
Price to the median for your bracket to capture week-one viewings; chasing the average can push you into the long tail.
In the £2k–£5k family band, first-fortnight momentum matters most — we’ll advise on timing and presentation to avoid stalling.
For larger houses, expect longer lead-times; we’ll widen the applicant pool across N2/N3/N12, spotlighting school access and Northern line commutes. Targeting the most appropriate tenants, and connecting with them is essential in letting property. Our expertise in this area ensures you’ll enhance your chances of rental success.
And for tenants
● If your budget is under £2,000 pcm, be ready to move quickly on well-located flats.
● Between £2,000–£5,000, there’s depth of choice in Finchley — use it to secure the right layout, outdoor space and energy performance.
No matter what your situation is, we’re here for you in Finchley and we’re happy to help.
Whatever move you wish to make, David Harris & Co is here for you
At David Harris & Co, we understand what makes Finchley unique. Whether you’re buying, selling, or renting, our local expertise ensures we can guide you to the best decisions for your needs.
Ready to explore Finchley’s lettings market? Contact David Harris & Co for expert advice and a stress-free experience. Call us on 0208 346 9122 to get started.
