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Estate Agents in Grays

Grays sits on the Thames with a c2c line into Fenchurch Street and Lakeside on its doorstep, which is why so many first-time buyers and London movers end up here. As estate agents in Grays, Carter Remy helps people buy, sell and let across the town, from Little Thurrock and Badgers Dene to Chadwell St Mary and Stifford Clays.

Carter Remy won the ESTAS award for Grays in 2025 and covers the town from its Basildon office.

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If you are looking for an Estate Agents in Grays, look no further.

With an in-depth understanding of the local market, we provide personalised service to ensure your needs are met efficiently. Whether you’re buying or selling, a landlord or a tenant, our Grays estate agents are here to guide you every step of the way.

Living in Grays: Neighbourhoods, Transport and Schools.

Grays is Thurrock’s main town, with a riverside, a pedestrianised town centre and residential areas spreading north towards the A13.

Grays Town Centre

Victorian and Edwardian terraces sit alongside newer flats close to the station. It's popular with first-time buyers and renters who want to walk to the train.

Little Thurrock

Little Thurrock, to the east, has a mix of 1930s semis and family houses. It's one of the more settled residential parts of town.

Chadwell St Mary

Chadwell St Mary, to the north-east, keeps a village feel, with semis and ex-local authority houses at lower prices than central Grays.

Stifford Clays and North Stifford

These northern areas offer more modern family housing with good road access to the A13 and A1089.

Getting around

Grays station has direct c2c trains to London Fenchurch Street. The A13 and A1089 link to the M25 at the Dartford Crossing.

Schools

Grays and the surrounding villages have a good choice of primary and secondary schools. Check the latest Ofsted reports for the schools near any home you're considering.

Lifestyle

Lakeside Shopping Centre is a few minutes' drive away. In town there's Grays Beach Riverside Park and the Thameside Theatre, and the State cinema building is a local landmark.

Houses for Sale in Grays

Grays offers lower prices than neighbouring Havering while keeping a direct line into the City. The average sold price over the last year was £339,052 (HM Land Registry via Rightmove, 2026). Across Thurrock, terraced homes averaged £319,000, semis £401,000 and flats £189,000 in July 2026 (ONS).

First-time buyers usually look at flats and terraces near the station. Families moving up often choose Little Thurrock, Stifford Clays or Chadwell St Mary for more space at a similar budget.

We arrange viewings and can help you get mortgage-ready through our mortgage services, with conveyancing lined up so your purchase keeps moving.

average sold price over the last year

£349,069

Semi detached

£401,000

Terraced

£319,000

Flats

£189,000

Source: HM Land Registry data via Rightmove, Sept 2026

Selling Your Home in Grays

Much of the buyer demand in Grays comes from people moving out of East London for more space. Homes within walking distance of the station, and family houses with parking, attract the most interest. The average sold price is £339,052 (HM Land Registry via Rightmove, 2026), and prices across Thurrock were broadly flat in the year to July 2026 (ONS).

We value your home in person, price it against real local sales and market it to our database of registered buyers, including those relocating from London.

A local valuation

Carried out by someone who knows your street, not a desktop estimate.

Marketed Everywhere

Rightmove, Zoopla and OnTheMarket, with professional photography, floorplans and video tours.

Sent to local buyers

Shared straight away with our list of registered local buyers.

Letting Agents in Grays: Services for Landlords

Rental demand in Grays comes from City commuters, workers at the Port of Tilbury and London Gateway, and local families. Private rents across Thurrock averaged £1,380 a month in August 2026, up 4.8% on the year (ONS). One-beds averaged £941, two-beds £1,214 and three-beds £1,474.

One- and two-bed flats near the station let fastest. Family houses in Little Thurrock and Stifford Clays attract longer tenancies.

We offer tenant find and full management, covering referencing, deposit protection, gas safety, EICRs, EPCs and Right to Rent checks.

Why choose Carter Remy in Basildon

Carter Remy won the ESTAS award for Grays in 2025, which recognises customer service and results. We value homes using real Grays sales data and know the town street by street, from the riverside to Stifford Clays.

For the wider borough, including Chafford Hundred, South Ockendon and Stanford-le-Hope, see our estate agents in Thurrock page.

Looking for estate agents in Grays who know the town from the riverside to Stifford Clays? Book a free valuation or call 01268 727757.

We also cover the towns around Basildon. Estate agents in Billericay is a short drive north, and estate agents in Wickford is just to the north-east along the A132.

Looking for estate agents in Basildon who know the difference between Pitsea and Langdon Hills? Book a free valuation or call 01268 727757 to speak to our local team.

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Grays Property FAQs

What is the average house price in Grays?

The average sold price in Grays over the last year was £339,052, according to HM Land Registry data (via Rightmove, 2026). Flats near the town centre sit below the average, while family homes in Little Thurrock and Stifford Clays usually sell above it.

How do you commute from Grays to London?

Grays has direct c2c trains to Fenchurch Street. Drivers can use the A13 into East London or the A1089 and M25 to reach the Dartford Crossing.

Is Grays a good place for first-time buyers?

Grays is one of the more affordable towns with a direct rail line into the City. Flats near the town centre and station are the usual starting point, and across Thurrock flats averaged £189,000 in July 2026 (ONS).

Which areas of Grays are best for families?

Little Thurrock, Stifford Clays and North Stifford are popular with families for their semi-detached and detached homes, parking and access to the A13.

Is there strong rental demand in Grays?

Yes. Demand comes from London commuters, port and logistics workers, and local families. Across Thurrock, two-bed homes rented for an average of £1,214 a month in August 2026 (ONS).

How much does it cost to sell with Carter Remy in Grays?

We’ll explain our fees clearly at your free valuation, and there’s no obligation to instruct us.