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James Boatman - Chartered Surveyors

London
RICS Regulated

We are an independent partnership delivering expert, innovative solutions for commercial property investments. Led by partners with over 50 years of combined experience, we specialise in high-value acquisitions, sales, and strategic asset management across the UK.

About James Boatman - Chartered Surveyors

Expert Commercial Investment Advice from the Heart of London

We are an independent partnership dedicated to the purchase, sale, and management of commercial property investments. Operating from our offices on Great Portland Street, we provide our clients with expert, innovative property solutions that go beyond simple transactions.

Whether you are looking to acquire a prime retail block or dispose of a major industrial facility, we offer market-leading advice tailored to your specific financial objectives. We pride ourselves on a personal service that combines deep market insight with a hands-on approach to every instruction.

Led by Decades of Industry Experience

Our practice is built on the expertise of our founding partners, ensuring that every client benefits from senior-level involvement.

  • James Boatman (Partner): With over 20 years of experience in investment market transactions, James leads our agency team, focusing on identifying properties with the potential to outperform the wider market.
  • James Preston (Partner): Bringing over 30 years of property management experience, James leads our management division, overseeing a diverse portfolio across England and Wales.

A Proven Track Record of High-Value Transactions

We don't just talk about results; we deliver them. Our team has successfully executed complex deals across all commercial sectors, from prime London offices to national industrial hubs.

ProjectLocationDetail
Lingfield PointDarlingtonSale of 1.43m sq ft office/industrial site for £23.45m
Bowling Green LaneClerkenwellSale of refurbished offices at a record-breaking £1,187 per sq ft
Martinbridge EstateEnfieldStrategic acquisition of a multi-let industrial estate for £19.15m
FargateSheffieldAcquisition of a prime retail block for £22 million
Thurrock Trade ParkEssexDevelopment consultancy and ongoing asset management of 106,000 sq ft

Maximising Value Through Strategic Asset Management

We believe that the purchase is only the beginning. Our asset management team helps you formulate and execute "added value" strategies to ensure your portfolio works harder for you.

"We use our experience and skill to agree the best possible terms, identifying property that has the potential to outperform the market as a whole."

Our expertise includes:

  1. Lease & Rent Negotiations: In-depth knowledge of new lease structures and rent reviews across all commercial sectors.
  2. Refurbishment Programmes: Managing leasing and renovation projects to drive rental growth.
  3. National Reach: While we are specialists in London and the South East, our management portfolio extends across the entirety of England and Wales.

As an RICS Regulated firm, we maintain the highest professional standards, providing the peace of mind that your investments are in the most capable hands.

Services by James Boatman - Chartered Surveyors

Investment AgencyAsset ManagementProperty ManagementCommercial Property SalesCommercial Property AcquisitionsLease NegotiationsRent ReviewsRefurbishment ManagementDevelopment ConsultancyPortfolio ManagementInvestment Strategy

Service Areas

Available for services in the following postcode sectors:

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