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Harrisons Homes

Estate Agents · Est. 1985

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Sittingbourne, Kent ME9 8PX

Harrisons Homes is an independent estate agency serving sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants across Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey and the surrounding Swale property market.

Led by Chris Ellis, Harrisons Homes is built around a clear belief that estate agency should deliver better outcomes, not just more listings. The agency deliberately works with fewer clients than many agents, allowing the team to give each sale, purchase, let or managed property the attention it needs.

Their focus is simple: help people sell for more, complete faster and sleep better. That means honest pricing advice, serious buyer qualification, careful sales progression, reservation agreements, clear communication and a team that stays involved until the client has actually moved.

Phone01795 474848

Emailhello@harrisonshomes.co.uk

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The Founding Story

““We do what we say we are going to do. We achieve more, move people quicker and reduce the risk of moving.””

CHRIS ELLIS - FOUNDER

Chris Ellis started in estate agency in 2004 at the age of 18, joining the Harrisons branch in Rainham after being given an opportunity through a family connection. He did not arrive with a polished industry background, a suit or a long-term career plan, but he did arrive with drive, curiosity and a willingness to learn properly.

Within a year, Chris had completed his apprenticeship and become a member of the National Association of Estate Agents. In 2007, he was promoted to the Sittingbourne branch, taking on a role that others did not necessarily want, but one he saw as a chance to grow. By 21, he was managing the branch.

Chris became a partner in 2012, agreed to buy the business in 2016 and completed the buyout in 2019. In 2020, he rebranded Harrisons Residential into Harrisons Homes, giving the agency a more modern identity and reshaping the business around stronger standards, clearer outcomes and a more client-focused way of working.

The business had already been a market leader, but Chris did not want Harrisons Homes to chase volume for the sake of a pie chart. After a challenging 2020, the agency remodelled its approach around three core outcomes: maximising the sale price, helping people move quicker and reducing the risk of fall-throughs through reservation agreements.

The Owner & The Agency

Harrisons Homes is an independent estate agent serving Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey and the wider Swale area. The agency supports homeowners, buyers, landlords and tenants through residential sales, lettings, property management, property valuations and local market advice.

Chris Ellis leads the business with a clear mission: to change the perception of estate agents. From early in his career, he noticed that estate agency was not always seen as a trusted profession. His response was not to become louder or more sales-led, but to build a business where honesty, process and accountability matter.

Harrisons Homes does not try to be the cheapest agent or the agent with the most boards. Instead, the agency focuses on working with the right number of clients so each person receives proper attention. That means honest conversations about pricing, structured communication, serious buyer qualification and a clear process from valuation through to completion.

The agency is particularly known for its completion-focused approach. Harrisons Homes does not see “under offer” as the finish line. The work continues after an offer is accepted, through chain management, solicitor communication, buyer confidence, reservation agreements and the practical steps needed to get the sale safely completed.

Today, Harrisons Homes combines local knowledge, a proven selling process, lettings support and a strong commitment to reducing the risk and stress of moving. The goal is not simply to sell a property. It is to help clients achieve the best possible outcome with less uncertainty along the way.

Where We Work

Areas We Cover

Harrisons Homes operates across Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey and the surrounding Swale and Kent property market. The agency works with sellers, buyers, landlords and tenants across a mix of town-centre homes, village properties, family houses, investment properties, character homes and coastal or semi-rural locations. The team understands that each local market has its own personality. Sittingbourne offers strong transport links, family homes and commuter appeal. Faversham is known for character property, period homes and a strong local identity. Sheppey and the wider Swale area provide a broad mix of homes, rental demand and lifestyle-led moves.

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Behind the scenes with Chris Ellis on the Leading Estate Agents of the World Podcast

In this interview on the Leading Estate Agents of the World Podcast, Chris Ellis sits down to share the story behind Harrisons Homes, how he found his way into estate agency and why changing the perception of the industry has mattered to him since the beginning.

The conversation also gives a behind-the-scenes view of how Chris thinks about standards. He talks openly about why agents must take responsibility, why communication matters, why “under offer” is not the end of the job and why reservation agreements can reduce the risk of sales falling apart.

For anyone thinking about selling, buying, letting or investing in Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey or the wider Swale area, this interview offers a chance to understand Chris beyond the job title. It shows what he values, how Harrisons Homes works and why the agency is built around helping people sell for more, complete faster and sleep better.

Who we are

Mission & values

At Harrisons Homes, our mission is to become the favourite estate agency in our chosen markets. That means being known for the way we make people feel, the outcomes we help them achieve and the standards we hold ourselves to when a move becomes difficult. We believe estate agency should be built around the client, not the agency’s convenience. Whether someone is selling a home in Sittingbourne, buying in Faversham, letting a property in Sheppey or managing an investment across Swale, they deserve honest advice, proper communication and a process designed to protect their move.

Customer Focused

Every decision is made through the lens of what is best for the client, not what is easiest for the agency. That means honest pricing advice, structured communication, serious buyer qualification and protecting the client’s time, money and confidence throughout the process.

Passion and Energy

We care about the outcome and bring energy to the process. From launching a property to chasing a chain, keeping a buyer engaged or supporting a landlord, our team works with urgency, ownership and a genuine desire to help people move forward.

Growth Mindset

We are always looking for ways to improve. Harrisons Homes has changed, learned and evolved over time, from the way we market homes to the way we use reservation agreements and manage communication. Standing still is not part of the plan.

Excellence

We want clients to feel confident they received the best possible service and outcome. Not just that their house sold, but that it sold well, moved forward properly and was managed with care from the first conversation to completion.

proven performance

OUR STATS

Numbers that reflect how Harrisons Homes performs for clients across Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey and the wider Swale property market.

Achieved vs asking price

Average sale price as % of original marketing price

Days to sale agreed

Average days from listing to sale agreed across all properties

Success of selling

Sales that progressed from under offer through to completion

Experience in sales

Total Industry Team Experience

Experience in lettings

Dedicated lettings team since 2006

Properties under management

Managed across Sittingbourne, Isle of Sheppey and surrounding Swale area.

who we work with

Clients we work with

Sellers in Sittingbourne, Faversham and Swale Who Want a Properly Managed Sale

Harrisons Homes works with homeowners who want more than a property listing. For sellers across Sittingbourne, Faversham, Sheppey and Swale, the focus is on honest valuation, serious buyer qualification, strong marketing, careful negotiation and active sales progression until completion.

Sellers in Sittingbourne, Faversham and Swale Who Want a Properly Managed Sale

Selling a home for the first time can feel uncertain. Harrisons Homes supports first-time sellers who need clear communication, realistic advice and a step-by-step understanding of what happens before, during and after an offer is accepted.

Families and Professionals Making a Life Move

Many Harrisons Homes clients are busy professionals, growing families or homeowners moving because life has changed. The team helps clients understand the market, prepare their home properly and make decisions with less stress and more confidence.

Probate and Sensitive Property Sales

Harrisons Homes is particularly strong in probate sales and sensitive property situations where care, patience and judgement matter. The team understands that these sales are often emotional and aims to make the process as straightforward and respectful as possible for families.

Sellers Switching After Another Agent Has Not Delivered

Harrisons Homes regularly works with homeowners who come to the agency after another agent has failed to deliver. These clients often need honest feedback, a refreshed strategy and an agent who will be upfront about what needs to change to get the move back on track.

Landlords, Tenants and Managed Lettings Clients

Harrisons Homes supports landlords who want responsible lettings and property management, as well as tenants who need a clear and professionally managed rental experience. The team focuses on communication, compliance, maintenance, tenant selection and protecting the long-term interests of the property.

Memberships & Accreditations

Professional Credentials

TSI Approved Code

Licensed member

The Property Ombudsman

Licensed member

Leading Estate Agents of the World

Licensed member

PropertyMark

Licensed Member

NAEA

Licensed Member

Client Money Protection

Licensed Member

Estas Awards

Best in County, Gold for South East

British Property Awards

Gold Award

Meet the People

Every agency in our network is owner-run. These are the people who pick up the phone and care most about your outcome.

CHRIS ELLIS

Owner

Chris Ellis leads Harrisons Homes with a hands-on, client-focused approach and a long-standing mission to change the perception of estate agents across sales, lettings and the wider moving process.

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BEN JONES

LEAD PROPERTY PARTNER

Ben Jones is a client-facing property agent, supporting sellers from listing through to sale with energy, drive and a strong focus on keeping the client journey moving.

Contact BEN

LIZ JEFFREY

Agent For Faversham

Liz Jeffrey is the Harrisons Homes agent for Faversham, bringing deep local knowledge, strong marketing insight and a real passion for the town, its character homes and its community.

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VIV PARKER

Viewing Specialist

Viv is the Harrisons Homes viewing specialist, known for her calm, caring approach and for taking the time to understand each property properly before showing it to buyers.

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Google Reviews

My experience with Harrisons was excellent. All the staff were friendly and kept me informed throughout the selling process. If I needed help they are always on the end of a phone. I recommend them to a friend and she is very happy with their service.

Jacky Goatham

Harrison’s were a great agent! The selling process is not easy and we are so grateful we chose them to help us through. We had an extremely long journey with chains falling through above us and Harrison’s were so great the whole way through. They supported us not only with our sale but with our purchase and continuously communicated with us throughout, so much so that our seller was using them as his point of contact over his own agent. They ensured we didn’t lose our buyer after a year long chain, they worked alongside our solicitor to ensure we got the dates we needed and that everything went as smooth as possible and even solved issues happening in the background we didn’t know about to ensure they kept the stress to a minimum. Amber was an absolute credit to the company and I would highly recommend her to anyone who is looking to sell a home or purchase a home and needs someone who genuinely cares and goes above and beyond to ensure you get the outcome you want. Amber went above and beyond to ensure our sale and even our purchase went through and was an amazing support in the whole process. She is a credit to your team and is genuinely a lovely person. We could not have done it without Amber and we will recommend to all our friends because she really was amazing!

Zoe Lawson

Harrison Homes were so friendly and helpful. Liz and the Harrisons team really helped us to secure our lovely new home. Many thanks

Gillian G

The service from Harrison Homes was better than I had expected and had experienced before. Liz is an exceptional estate agent. She embodies clear and transparent selling. Her communication is second to none. She makes you feel that you're her only client as she never rushes the time that she spends with you and provides a quality service. She uses Social Media to inspire interest before it hits the websites and she gets results.

Karen

From the moment we met Liz, we thought highly of her and she did not disappoint. Liz and Harrisons made our selling process much easier than any agent I have previously used. Not only would I recommend them to anyone locally, I feel will are unlikely to use anyone other than them again. Well done everyone!

Dave CANT

Harrisons Homes were acting for our vendor and we were very impressed. They were great at progressing the matter and keeping us informed as buyers. Liz had conduct of the sale and was exceptionally kind and an absolute pleasure to deal with. The whole office/team were great also. Liz also went out of her way to make key collection easy for us on the day of the move. Great service, would highly recommend to anyone.

Tim Lancaster

Although we didn’t use Harrison’s to sell our property we did forge a fantastic relationship with Ben who went above and beyond to try and find the perfect property for my husband and myself, he called regularly even on my birthday to wish me a lovely day. He is a great guy who seems to really care and clearly loves his job. Many thanks to you from Wendy & Kevin x

Wendy Rockingham

We have had a really positive experience with Harrisons Homes. The team has always been helpful, professional, and easy to deal with. They’re responsive, supportive, and make the whole process feel straightforward and stress-free. I’d definitely recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable agency.

Lyubomir Dias

Harrison’s estate agent provided an excellent service throughout the sale of my property. They were consistently professional, courteous, and well-organised at every stage of the process. Communication was clear and proactive, keeping me fully informed from marketing through to completion. They handled viewings and negotiations with confidence and respect, ensuring the process ran smoothly and efficiently. Their knowledge of the local market and attention to detail gave me confidence throughout the sale. I would highly recommend Harrison’s estate agent for anyone looking for a reliable and professional property sales service.

Mark Anderson

Massive thank you to Liz from Harrison homes, she gave very good support and advice to my family.

Coral Cook

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