The market
The Oakham property market
Over the last 12 months, 311 homes sold across Oakham, at a median sold price of £322,500. That’s down 2.3% on the year before. Detached homes make up the largest share of recent sales.
£322,500
Median sold price
last 12 months
£425,643
Average sold price
last 12 months
311
Homes sold
last 12 months
-2.3%
Year on year
median price
| What sells in Oakham |
Sales |
Median price |
| Detached |
139 |
£475,000 |
| Terraced |
76 |
£247,500 |
| Semi-detached |
72 |
£275,250 |
| Flat / Maisonette |
15 |
£140,000 |
| Other |
9 |
£880,000 |
Based on HM Land Registry sold-price records for LE15. Updated monthly.
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Finding the Right Estate Agent in Oakham
Choosing the right estate agent in Oakham can make a real difference to how quickly
your home sells and the price you achieve. Oakham 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 Oakham 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.
Want the cost side specifically? See a full breakdown of
estate agent fees in Oakham,
from 1.9% in 2026, with worked examples and how local fees compare to the UK average.
Looking for ranked picks? Our
best estate agents in Oakham for 2026
guide ranks local agents on the same AgentSeeker Score: reputation, fee,
listing activity and local standing.
Oakham Estate Agents: Frequently Asked Questions
When is the best time to sell a house in Oakham?
Spring (March–May) and early autumn (September–October) are traditionally the strongest months for selling in Oakham, with more active buyers and longer viewing daylight. That said, a well-priced home with the right agent will sell year-round. Find the best-performing agents in Oakham today. best Oakham agents.
How can I reduce estate agent fees in Oakham?
The three most effective ways to reduce estate agent fees in Oakham: first, ask for a committed fee up front rather than accepting the headline rate; second, compare multiple Oakham agents, since local competition usually shifts the number by 0.2–0.4%; third, consider a sole-agency contract for a lower rate in exchange for exclusivity. AgentSeeker publishes each Oakham agent's committed fee before you contact them. compare Oakham fees.
How do you pick an estate agent in Oakham?
To pick the right estate agent in Oakham, look at three things: achieved-vs-asking ratio, average sale time, and committed fee, not just reviews or brand. AgentSeeker ranks Oakham agents using verified transaction data from the Land Registry and PropertyData, so you can see who actually delivers for local sellers. See Oakham's top-ranked agents. top-ranked Oakham agents.
What percentage do most estate agents charge in Oakham?
Most estate agents in Oakham charge between 1.9% to 2.3% of the final sale price, with the typical Oakham agent landing around 2.1%. On AgentSeeker, that percentage is the total fee you pay, agents don't add VAT on top at contract stage, which is unusual in the industry and is our core transparency promise. These bands draw on Land Registry sold-price data and industry research from HomeOwners Alliance, Which? and Compare My Move. see verified Oakham fees.