Sell your home for more with the 5 best real estate agencies in Glasgow!
I’ve wrangled Airbnb property managers long enough to know a slick listing isn’t the same as a solid long-term plan. Now, my partner and I are looking for a good real estate agency in Glasgow that can talk numbers, not just weekly rates.
In West End, we realised you’ll want confidence and cracking photos, while Shawlands needs someone who gets the street-by-street vibe. And if you’re eyeing Merchant City, you’ll want an agent who can sell the lifestyle without overselling the square footage.
This review looks at those who know their patches, lay out their fees clearly, and can steer you through viewing, bids, and the legal bits without the usual drama. Happy house hunting!
How much does a real estate agency charge in Glasgow?
In Glasgow, most sole agency estate agents charge roughly 1% to 1.5% of the final sale price, plus VAT (so 1.5% becomes 1.8% once VAT is added). Some modern/hybrid firms offer fixed-fee packages for about £999, sometimes even lower for basic online packages.
Do note that “offers over” means the advertised figure is basically the starting line, not the finish. Sellers are inviting bids above the price, and in popular pockets, it can land well above the Home Report valuation, depending on demand and competition.
1. MQ Estate Agents, Lettings & Investments
Address: 48 W George St
Contact: +448000748585
Business Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8 AM–9 PM
Saturday to Sunday, 8.30 AM–9 PM
If you’re trying to win the offers over game without chucking daft money at it, MQ Estate Agents, Lettings & Investments feels like the sort of team that actually enjoys negotiating.
Their site even flags help with offers and negotiation, which is exactly what you want when everyone else is clamouring for just one last bid. Plus, they’re open 7 days a week until late, so viewings don’t need to revolve around our lunch break.
Coverage-wise, they’re properly Glasgow-fluent. I’ve seen their listings spanning West End, Shawlands, and Merchant City, and they’ve got a city-centre base, too. I like how they read like a sales-lettings-investment shop rather than a quick luxury-only pony.
They also spell out multiple fee options and even run promos on marketing packs, which suggests they’re used to competing hard for business (and results). I’d trust them when you want a serious presentation and a responsive negotiation team, especially in a competitive market where speed and confidence matter.
That said, they don’t position themselves as an in-house solicitor outfit, so you should still expect to appoint a solicitor for conveyancing, like you would with most non-solicitor agencies in Scotland.
Customer Reviews
They showcased my home really well
The MQ team have been exceptional. From the first meeting with Barry and subsequent interactions, they have provided great advice and guidance during the sale process of my home. The support from Holly throughout the sales process was also great, and she was very responsive throughout. They showcased my home really well, which got lots of interest in a matter of days. I would highly recommend them!
- Siva T, Google Review
I knew this was the company I wanted to go with
Highly recommend MQ Estate Agents to buy/sell your home. I couldn’t believe how quickly and easily everything was done when I decided to go ahead with them. From the home report, the photos and viewings, it was all done very smoothly. From the first meeting with Barry, I knew this was the company I wanted to go with. Holly was the person we were dealing with over the phone and emails. She was amazing! I can’t thank them both enough. So professional, informative and helpful. I will be using them and recommending them going forward now.
- Darren Boland, Google Review
2. Maclay Property Sales & Letting Ltd
Address: 126 W Regent St
Contact: +441412225970
Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
I have a workmate who’s a landlord and is allergic to faff. He wanted letting to be straightforward, stress-free, and as profitable as possible. He told me Maclay Property Sales & Letting felt built for that.
They offer a no-let, no-fee, no-upfront nonsense, and a clear focus on keeping rent coming in. Their core speciality is lettings and property management, not just sticking a listing online then disappearing.
My colleague said they do the unsexy stuff that actually matters, like tenant referencing, rent collection, minimising voids, and sorting repairs before they turn into sagas. They’re city centre-based and can handle places across the west end and the Southside.
They’ll even do evening/weekend viewings so you’re not begging tenants to take annual leave, which my work pal appreciated. The service highlight for him was how they kept things moving, with quick turnarounds, proper comms, and a fully human management system that’s both local and dependable.
If he has an issue, it would be that fees are from a certain percentage, so the final number depends on the package. His tip to potential clients of this agency would be to get the full schedule and what’s included in the writing.
Customer Reviews
Maclay Property Sales and Letting Agents is a responsive and proactive company
Maclay Property Sales and Letting Agents is a responsive and proactive company. I am impressed with the way they attend to their tenants, which exemplifies their core values. If you need them to attend to any queries, rest assured of their promptness and professionalism. Thanks always for being proactive at all times.
- Oyekanmi Laleye, Google Review
Allison was amazing and helpful
Maclay was an amazing agency. Had no issues with them at all during my stay for 6 months. The agent who handled all of our queries, Alison, was simply amazing and so helpful. Any and every issue was dealt with swiftly and without any hassle!
- Sagun Shrestha, Google Review
3. Arc Property
Address: 2nd Floor, Clyde Offices, 48 W George St
Contact: +441412660150
Business Hours: Monday to Friday, 9 AM–5 PM
My younger brother’s a buy-to-let guy, so he wants a professional management that protects the yield and his sanity. Arc Property seemed like a proper investor outfit to him, right down to their complete solution offering that includes sourcing and refurb support.
Their core speciality is lettings and full management, and they’re upfront about it with a 10% monthly management fee, plus a separate marketing fee. Those already cover tenant vetting and reference, which is the kind of boring clarity my landlord bro likes.
Their coverage isn’t postcode-precious, either. They can look after properties across the Glasgow area and beyond, with listings spanning the city centre and the Southside. There’s no mystery inbox, as the office address is right in town on West George Street.
A service that my brother especially appreciated is that they’re an approved letting agent on the Scottish Letting Agent Register. They’re ideal for investors looking for steady management, decent communication, and a Glasgow-savvy team with landlord-first priorities.
However, 10% plus VAT-style pricing isn’t bargain basement, as my brother agrees. So if your margins are tight, you may want to compare against cheaper let-only options.
Customer Reviews
Communication has been transparent and clear
From the second we moved into our flat managed by Arc 2 years ago, they’ve been fantastic! Always super quick at responding to emails or calls, and incredibly lovely people. Our dedicated contact, Niall, has been on top of everything (which is such a relief when renting) and has made the entire experience so stress-free. Now that we’re moving out of the flat, the communication has been so transparent and clear, which is really appreciated. Would highly recommend Arc!
- Camilla Vadseth, Google Review
The whole process was handled with professionalism
The whole process of renting my first property was handled with professionalism and simplicity. They were very informative and kept me up to date on all matters concerned. My only concern was that the blinds in the living room were too short for the window,s but this was quickly dealt with by Abbi at Arc Properties.
- Scott McPherson, Google Review
4. Cityscape Property – Best Letting Agents | Property Management
Address: 20-23 Woodside Pl
Contact: +441413541680
Business Hours:
Monday to Friday, 8.30 AM–5.30 PM
Saturday, 9 AM–1 PM
Cityscape Property is the sort of letting team I was glad to stick in front of my wealthy boss when he wanted “luxury” to mean style, modernisation, and convenience, and not just a pricey postcode.
Their own luxury-lets pitch leans hard into premium homes with a high standard of finish, plus proper support from viewing to move-in. They’re also properly Glasgow-fluent and are particularly strong in the west end, like Hyndland and Finnieston.
My boss appreciated that they could also happily work in Merchant City, Shawlands, and Bearsden, too. It matters to him because he prefers “city buzz” on Monday and “quiet, leafy, and parking” by Tuesday.
They offer flexible viewings and back them up with responsive maintenance and property management. That bit gives my boss that high-end tenancy feeling.
He also liked how they spelt out the tenancy setup, deposit scheme handling, compliance, and even stated that there are no fees charged to the tenants! However, I had to tell him that if he expects true last-minute viewings, he’ll still need to book and not turn up whenever he feels like it.
And for landlords, the model is full management (no tenant-find only), with a setup fee plus 11% plus VAT ongoing management. In short, not the cheapest route.
Customer Reviews
Queries were handled promptly and efficiently
Cityscape Property has been exceptional in every respect. They manage my property on my behalf with real professionalism, treating tenants with fairness and respect while keeping me fully informed at every stage. Any queries are handled promptly and efficiently, and I always feel confident that the property is in safe hands. It’s rare to find a group who balance great communication, reliability and genuine care for both landlord and tenants. I couldn’t recommend Cityscape Property’s services more highly. Thank you so much, Ian and the Team!
- Abigail, Google Review
No problems whatsoever
I was a tenant in a property with Cityscape for 3,+ and the standard of service was amazing. No problems whatsoever when it came to fixing issues or general inquiries, and often went above and beyond. I would recommend letting from Cityscape to anyone.
- Aidan Drysdale, Google Review
5. Yates Hellier: Estate Agent
Address: 149 Hyndland Rd
Contact: +441412488726
Business Hours:
Monday to Friday, 9 AM–5.30 PM
Saturday, 10 AM–2 PM
Our Da was selling our childhood home, so we wanted an agent who’d attract the right buyers, not just a pile of tyre-kickers with a mortgage in principle and big dreams. Yates Hellier has that premium, detail-obsessed vibe that suits well-presented homes and serious viewers.
They have extended viewing hours, seven days a week, so we weren’t limiting our buyer pool to folks who can only sneak out early afternoons on a weekday. They even told us that most of their viewings happen out of office hours, which is how you get more competition and better offers.
They don’t mess about with marketing, either. Their process is led by an in-house media creator, and it shows in how they push presentation. That kind of polish does half the arguing for us!
Their coverage feels strongest in the west end and city centre, with listings that are less random and more curated. Da proudly recommends them to those who want a clean sale with confident negotiation and slick communication skills.
That said, they don’t pitch themselves as an in-house solicitor setup, which means that conveyancing requires us to appoint our own solicitor.
Customer Reviews
Communication was clear and timely
Although Yates Hellier acted for the sellers rather than me, I found them to be extremely professional and efficient throughout the process. Communication was clear and timely, and everything was handled smoothly, which really helped keep the purchase on track. As a buyer, I appreciated how organised and responsive they were, and the transaction completed without unnecessary delays. A very positive experience overall.
- Donald Ferguson, Google Review
Their attention to detail was exceptional
I had a fantastic experience with Yates Hellier selling my flat in the West End. From start to finish, the team were so easy to deal with and made the whole process feel effortless. Their attention to detail was exceptional, and the communication throughout was outstanding. I always felt informed, supported, and in capable hands. Their photography and marketing material were exceptional. I couldn’t recommend Yates Hellier highly enough!
- John Tafe, Google Review