Self-Managing a Rental in Chelmsford? Let's Talk Before Your Next Rent Review.

Martin & Co Chelmsford has been run by Chelmsford-born father and son Stephen and John Frost since 2007. If keeping up with the Renters’ Rights Act, rent reviews and tenant compliance is taking over your evenings, we’ll take it on – as much or as little as you need.

Fellow of ARLA (Propertymark) · 100+ years combined team experience · Serving CM1-CM3 & Danbury

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Why switch to Martin & Co Chelmsford

Compliance, handled properly.

  • Section 21 no-fault evictions were abolished on 1 May 2026 under the Renters’ Rights Act 2025. We keep your tenancy paperwork, notices and rent-review process aligned with the new periodic tenancy system, so nothing catches you out.

Local knowledge that shows up in your rent roll.

  • Chelmsford rents rose 6.2% in the year to May 2026, faster than the East of England average. We know which streets, which stations and which employers are driving that demand, and price your property accordingly.

A dedicated local team, not a call centre.

  • Stephen and John Frost lead a Chelmsford-based team with over 100 years of combined property experience. You’ll always speak to someone who knows your property and your tenant.

Your investment, properly protected.

  • Government-approved deposit protection, Client Money Protection insurance, and thorough tenant referencing are standard on every tenancy we manage, with full Property Ombudsman redress cover.

Local Trust & Proof

  • Stephen Frost, Chelmsford-born Director and Fellow of ARLA Propertymark, founded Martin & Co Chelmsford in 2007 alongside his son John Frost. Between them and their team, they bring over a century of combined property experience to landlords across Chelmsford and Danbury. The branch is based on Watson Heights in Chelmsford city centre and covers lettings and full property management across CM1 to CM3 and the surrounding villages.

FAQs

What's changed for landlords in Chelmsford under the Renters' Rights Act 2025?

Since 1 May 2026, Section 21 ‘no-fault’ eviction notices have been abolished across England, including Chelmsford. Tenancies now run on an open-ended periodic basis, landlords must use specific legal grounds to regain possession, and there’s a formal process for rent increases alongside a duty to issue tenants with a government Information Sheet.

Average private rents in Chelmsford reached £1,445 per month in May 2026, up 6.2% on the year, faster growth than the East of England average of 3.6%. Actual rent depends on the property type and area; we offer a free, no-obligation local valuation.

It’s your choice. Many Chelmsford landlords start with just rent collection or compliance support and add more later – we’ll talk through what suits your property before recommending anything.

Our office is on Watson Heights in Chelmsford city centre. We cover lettings and property management across Chelmsford, Danbury and the surrounding CM postcodes.

How much could non-compliance cost you?

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Question 1 of 10
Did you serve the government information sheet on your tenant between 1 May and 31 May?
Question 2 of 10
Have you been late renewing any safety certificates in the last two years, or failed to provide the tenant with a written copy within 28 days?
Question 3 of 10
Are you confident your APT contains all the required written statement information?
Question 4 of 10
Can you relet your property if you serve notice on a tenant because you intend to sell, but the property does not sell within six months?
Question 5 of 10
Can you refuse a tenant because they receive housing benefit?
Question 6 of 10
Can you ask for the first month's rent to be paid before you sign the tenancy agreement?
Question 7 of 10
If you do not ask for rent in advance, but someone offers to pay rent upfront before moving in, can you accept it?
Question 8 of 10
Can you accept an offer of rent above the advertised asking price?
Question 9 of 10
Have you completed a Legionella risk assessment within the last two years?
Question 10 of 10
Can you give tenants a fixed-term tenancy for two years if they request it to provide security for a school placement?
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