The market
The Kettering property market
Over the last 12 months, 296 homes sold across Kettering, at a median sold price of £185,000. That’s down 6.6% on the year before. Terraced homes make up the largest share of recent sales.
£185,000
Median sold price
last 12 months
£219,556
Average sold price
last 12 months
296
Homes sold
last 12 months
-6.6%
Year on year
median price
| What sells in Kettering |
Sales |
Median price |
| Terraced |
134 |
£175,000 |
| Semi-detached |
63 |
£225,000 |
| Flat / Maisonette |
45 |
£117,500 |
| Detached |
44 |
£316,500 |
| Other |
10 |
£309,000 |
Based on HM Land Registry sold-price records for NN16. Updated monthly.
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Finding the Right Estate Agent in Kettering
Choosing the right estate agent in Kettering can make a real difference to how quickly
your home sells and the price you achieve. Kettering has a range of local and national
agents, but their fees, sale times and results vary widely across
the area.
AgentSeeker compares estate agents in Kettering on what can be observed rather than
what they say about themselves: their Google reputation, the fee, how much they are
currently selling in your postcode district, and how they rank against their neighbours.
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from 1.9% in 2026, with worked examples and how local fees compare to the UK average.
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Kettering Estate Agents: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you pick an estate agent in Kettering?
To pick the right estate agent in Kettering, look at three things: achieved-vs-asking ratio, average sale time, and committed fee, not just reviews or brand. AgentSeeker ranks Kettering agents using verified transaction data from the Land Registry and PropertyData, so you can see who actually delivers for local sellers. See Kettering's top-ranked agents. top-ranked Kettering agents.
Do I have to pay estate agent fees if I sell privately in Kettering?
If you sell your Kettering home entirely privately with no agent involved, there's no agent fee to pay. However, most Kettering agents operate on a 'sole agency' or 'multi-agency' contract, and if a buyer originally introduced by the agent completes, the fee is still due even if you handle the final negotiation yourself. Always check the contract before signing. Compare committed-fee Kettering agents on AgentSeeker. committed-fee Kettering agents.
What is the average house price in Kettering?
According to Land Registry sold-price data, the average sold price in Kettering is around £240,818. This figure pools all property types across the area over the last six months. For a valuation tailored to your specific home, request a free valuation via AgentSeeker. free Kettering valuation.
Should I use an online or high-street estate agent in Kettering?
In Kettering, high-street agents tend to offer stronger local-buyer reach and marketing networks, while online-only agents typically charge lower flat fees but require the seller to handle more of the process. Most Kettering sellers achieve better outcomes with a high-street agent when local buyer demand is strong. Compare both types side-by-side on AgentSeeker. compare Kettering agents.