Sell with the tenancy in place
A tenancy can ordinarily transfer to the new landlord when the property is sold, subject to the legal position.
The Property Auction People
Can I sell my tenanted property?
Yes, you can sell a property with tenants in place.
As a family-run, regulated auction company, we have over 18 years’ experience and more than 1,800 successful property sales. We’re here to help you sell your tenanted property with complete confidence.
You may not need to wait for tenants to move out. Ask us how it works.
✓ No upfront costs✓ No obligation✓ Real people, 7 days
- No lengthy tie-ins
- Your choice to proceed
- 10-day auction
- No upfront costs
- Choose your reserve
- You're in control
Did you know?
You can sell with tenants in place.
You may not have to serve notice or wait for the tenancy to end. We can help you market to suitable investment buyers. Find out how →
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About Henry Sykes
A more personal way to sell your property.
Henry Sykes is a family-run team specialising in properties that don’t always fit the traditional estate agency model — from tenanted homes to empty and difficult-to-sell properties.
We explain your options clearly, help you understand the auction process and guide you through each step without unnecessary pressure.
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Helpful tools · No obligation
Explore your selling options.
Describe your property or explore the cost of waiting. Both tools help you consider your next step, without obligation.
What kind of property are you looking to sell?
Choose once to tailor both tools. Changing your selection resets the questionnaire and the example calculator figures.
Select a tool to open it below. No sign-up required to explore.
PROPERTY SELLING OPTIONS CHECKER
Could an auction work for your property?
Answer four quick questions about your property. We’ll organise your answers so you can speak with our team if you wish.
Property type
Question 1 of 4About 1–2 minutes
An information-gathering checker, not a valuation, legal advice or guarantee of sale. Your answers are included only if you choose to prepare an enquiry.
COST OF WAITING CALCULATOR
What's your property costing you each month?
Start with illustrative amounts, then adjust them to your actual bills. The totals update instantly.
Property type
Council tax and utilities will remain unestimated until you choose an occupancy type. Check who is liable for the actual bills.
per month including any selected premium. Premiums are set by your local council and exceptions may apply, including some properties actively marketed for sale. Check the rules ↗
Selling with tenants? We have assumed the tenant pays council tax and utilities. Enter the actual rent you receive to see a net position. Until then, the result shows costs before rental income.
Estimated monthly net position£389
3 months£1,167
6 months£2,334
12 months£4,668
On these figures, rent exceeds the costs entered. The result is a potential monthly surplus, not a holding cost.
Illustrations, not national averages. Council tax starts at roughly £199 per month (England 2026–27 average Band D); other amounts are examples, not quoted typical premiums or bills. Empty-property premiums, exemptions and rental income vary. Council-tax source ↗
Selling a property with tenants
How we help landlords sell tenanted property
Leaving a tenancy in place can appeal to investment buyers who want rental income from day one. We will help you explain the tenancy and market the property appropriately.
Arrears or access issues?
Tell us about unpaid rent, communication challenges or restricted viewing access so we can advise on practical next steps.
A buyer who understands lettings
We can market to purchasers who appreciate an occupied rental property and its circumstances.
Six reasons to talk to us
Your options. Your property. Your call.
Six good reasons to have a conversation with Henry Sykes. Select any card to find out more.
Our Services
Which sounds like yours?
A clear route to completion.
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Instruct to sell
Agree the plan and your reserve price.
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Marketing begins
Your property goes live nationally on all our platforms.
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10-day auction
Buyers view, enquire and bid.
Family-run. Regulated. Experienced.
- 18+
- years helping property sellers
- 1,800+
- completed transactions
- 99%
- certainty of sale completion
- 7 days
- a week, real people
As a family-run, regulated auction company, we’ve spent over 18 years helping clients sell property successfully, completing more than 1,800 transactions. While others rely on chatbots and automation, we provide genuine personal service from experienced property professionals, available 9am–9pm, seven days a week. Our process is simple, transparent and efficient, keeping you informed every step of the way.
Experience, integrity and personal service — as property sales should be.
Property seller stories
They moved on. So can you.
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Frequently asked questions
Questions about tenanted property.
Can I sell my property without evicting tenants?
Yes. In many cases a property can be sold subject to its existing tenancy, with the buyer becoming the landlord.
What if the tenant is in rent arrears?
Rent arrears need not automatically prevent a sale. They should be disclosed accurately so buyers can assess the position.
Can I sell if I cannot arrange viewings?
It may still be possible. Discuss access and tenancy arrangements with the team so the marketing can be planned responsibly.
What happens to the tenant after completion?
The existing tenancy would ordinarily continue with the buyer taking over the landlord’s rights and responsibilities, subject to legal advice.
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