A New Way Of Life
Vanilla Square is a boutique agency offering a highly personalised service
to help you buy and sell property in Glasgow and beyond.
to help you buy and sell property in Glasgow and beyond.
BOUTIQUE ESTATE AGENCY GLASGOW
VANILLA SQUARE
Owned and run by Steven Lucas, Vanilla Square has quickly become one of the leading names in the residential property sector in Glasgow, specialising in the vibrant and unique West End market. With an enviable portfolio of properties available, a unique level of service and exceptional attention to detail paid to each and every property has been Vanilla Square’s key strength and the foundation of its success.
The team at Vanilla Square provides exemplary levels of hands-on, expert knowledge and a personal service that Vanilla Square is renowned for. As the business flourishes and continues to grow, Vanilla Square clients can be assured they are in the safe hands of a team of professionals who care passionately about their needs and achieving the very best results for them. If you are considering selling your home, curious about the local market or would like to know how much your home is worth, talk to Steven today.
Steven Lucas
Managing Director
Steven has worked at Director level in Estate Agency for over 16 years and currently plays a very active role in running Vanilla Square on a day-to-day basis. He possesses an unwavering passion for property and is well versed in all areas of local market sales from traditional West End apartments, full four storey townhouses through to detached one-off family residences in the suburbs.
Steven’s expertise lies in understanding how to bring property to market and ultimately maximize its value whilst offering a highly personal service that is unrivalled in the business. A real family man, Steven enjoys spending time with his wife, and two young sons, Kyron & Grayson. A big fan of the outdoors and lover of tennis, golf and skiing.
SELLING YOUR HOME WITH
VANILLA SQUARE
Don’t leave your house sale to chance. Selling your home with Vanilla Square is a transparent, smooth and easy process. As you entrust the sale of your home to an estate agent, you need to be sure they are best placed to deliver the best possible results. Our testimonials and case studies speak for themselves, and we pride ourselves on feedback from our clients. What sets Vanilla Square apart from the competition? An award-winning service, experienced and knowledgeable property specialists and extensive marketing coverage.
Gone are the days of large corporate agents being the first port of call, or international agents seen as those who have the greatest market coverage. The introduction of the UK’s leading property website, Rightmove, in 2007, along with the significant advancements in technology and social media, have changed Estate Agency forever. Vanilla Square can now provide the marketing power to rival any national or international Estate Agent, whilst offering a highly personal service that is rarely found in the industry. We are passionate about Glasgow and we relay that enthusiasm to potential buyers.
MARKETING YOUR HOME
We combine cutting edge property marketing and decades of expertise with impeccable service to provide the most dynamic Estate Agency in Glasgow’s iconic West End.
OUR CLIENT HUB
Our online platform puts you in control at all times…..
SUCCESSFULLY SELLING
View some recent examples of where our personal and detailed service has resulted in successful sales from small apartments through to grand living spaces.
ARRANGE A VALUATION
Thinking of selling now or in the near future? Drop us a line and arrange a free no obligation valuation, we would love to hear from you!
SALES TESTIMONIALS
At Vanilla Square, we care about delivering an exceptional service and to this end, customer feedback is vital to us. Here’s just a small selection of the many customer reviews we have received to give you a feel for what you can expect from an award-winning team.
WHY VANILLA SQUARE?
Vanilla Square is a boutique agency offering an exceptionally personalised service to each and every client. Our marketing package rivals that of many of the largest Estate Agents in the UK. Estate Agency has evolved over the years and we like to keep ahead of the game with each advancement of technology. Whilst progressing as the market changes, we still maintain our traditional values; Estate Agency is, and always has been, a ‘people business’. Our people are at the core of what we do, getting to know each property we sell intimately, learning their keys features, networking with our extensive databases, and therefore executing exceptional results. We are realistic, transparent, hard working and knowledgeable. This is our winning combination.
Our highly experienced and personal team on hand to help you 7 days a week.
Vanilla Square is proof that bigger is not always better. With the advancements in technology, there is no longer a requirement for a multiple branches. What’s more, as we are an independent branch we are able to make decisions that ensure our clients’ needs come first. This allows us to focus all our resources into one office, whilst offering marketing platforms that that can source buyers locally, nationally and internationally. We cover every avenue possible and offer an unrivalled personal service to all of our clients. Getting to know our clients and their properties has always been the key to our success.
COMMUNITIES
At Vanilla Square we feel it is important to give back to the community and support local people. Our commitment does not end at finding our clients new homes. It is an important part of our business that we help those in need, as well as those in our community. Throughout each year we aim to sponsor and support local teams and initiatives, and also to raise and donate money to various charities that have touched the lives of our staff.
Western Health and Racquets Club Squash Team
“You may have noticed that the squash team players are looking particularly smart this season. This is thanks to a new sponsorship arrangement with local estate agency Vanilla Square.
Steven Lucas, Sales Director, said, “We are delighted to be sponsoring the squash teams at Western this season. We are a local company with a strong community ethos and we are looking forward to developing this relationship with Western Health & Racquets Club over the next couple of years.”
Glasgow Warriors Business Club
Glasgow Warriors are the pride of Glasgow and the only major professional sports team who represent the whole of Glasgow and the West of Scotland. The club competes on two of the biggest stages in world club rugby, the GUINNESS PRO14 and European Rugby Champions Cup. The Warriors won the PRO12 in season 2014/15.
Kilmalcolm Golf Course
Vanilla Square are delighted to continue our association with Kilmacolm Golf Club this year with sponsorship of Glenmoss, a challenging 472 yard dog leg. Arriving at the elevated Tee on the 7th, you will be welcomed with our Vanilla Square branding before you take on the tricky Par 4 drive. Aim towards the left side of the fairway and choose your club wisely, this may give you a far better approach angle for your following shot and may secure you Par! Founded in 1891, and described by some as “a miniature Gleneagles” the charming 18 hole course plays home to its proud traditions as a village club, nestled in the picturesque surroundings of Kilmacolm in Renfrewshire.
Rally 4 Bally Charity Events
Rally for Bally Charity Events is a fundraiser for the Elena Baltacha Tennis Foundation, supported by Judy Murray. The British number one Elena tragicelly died from cancer in 2014 aged just 30, and since then there have been an annual charity fun tennis event and BBQ helping to raise money for same fantastic causes including.
Peek Project, Playlist for Life, Caricer Support Scotland.
Vanilla Square has been proud to sponsor this event.
Charities
As a growing business, we believe it is important to share some of our success with charities that have touched our lives in some way. Each year we will be looking to donate to these worthy causes, as well as organising fundraising events and getting involved ourselves. Support and donations can be made at anytime to these charities, so please click the links below to see how you can get involved too.
WHAT IS MY PROPERTY WORTH?
When selling a property there is always one question on everyone’s minds – what is my property worth? The first step when considering selling your property is to have our experienced Director Steven Lucas visit your home for a complimentary market appraisal. He will take time to discuss your objectives and plans, after which he will tour your home to understand the size, layout and key selling features. We then take into account the location, the general condition of the property, the potential, current market conditions, recent comparable sales, and our knowledge of what premium our buyers are paying for property in your area at that time. All of these processes help us to determine an accurate and realistic price for your home.
During your consultation, we will also discuss the next steps with marketing your property, including obtaining a Home Report. Our aim is to over-deliver both in terms of service and sale price, therefore we will suggest possible improvements to your home that will help present it at its best in order to create the most successful marketing campaign. This may include speaking with our contacts at Sienna Interiors who have helped us achieve some astonishing results.
If you are considering a move, or are simply curious as to how much your property is worth in the current market, please contact us anytime to arrange a no obligation, complimentary consultation.
MARKETING YOUR HOME WITH VANILLA SQUARE
At Vanilla Square Sales, marketing your home to the widest possible audience and making sure that the whole world knows your home is for sale is our priority. We have every form of technology and promotion available at our fingertips to effectively market and sell your property. Your marketing material is carefully prepared and a tailored campaign designed to suit your home and potential buyers. Presentation, Price and Promotion are key to success and therefore we focus your personalised campaign on this approach.
To make your home stand out, maximise your marketing exposure
PROPERTY PORTALS
We advertise on all of the highest
ranking property portals including: RightMove, Zoopla, Onthemarket & PrimeLocation
PREPARING YOUR HOME FOR SALE
Selling your home is one of the most talked about things in the UK and sparks interest in everyone. Preparing your home for sale is vital if you want to achieve a timely sale and for the best possible price. That’s why our TV screens are filled with a plethora of property shows such as Grand Designs, Location Location Location, Million Pound Properties and Phil Spencer: Secret Agent.
Many of these shows focus on properties that would struggle to sell in their current state and require renovation or improvement to maximise their return. Transforming the look and feel of a property, along with exceptional marketing, can spark considerable interest which will ultimately boost the final sale price.
At Vanilla Square we decided to test this theory to maximise some of our clients’ sales using the skills of a House Doctor from Sienna Interiors to improve several properties; the results were spectacular. Clients appear to be stretching their budgets when a property is presented in show home condition. You don’t always need to spend a fortune and it can often be some clever staging tips with your own furniture and possibly some fresh paintwork. Some of the examples below show the difference it can make to a sale and we would happily guide you through the process if this strategy was of interest.
These examples highlight the difference dressing your home for sale can make
Contact Us Today Find Out How This Service Can Add Value To Your Home
STRATEGIC PARTNERS
At Vanilla Square we have a dynamic team who focus solely on their core business; selling residential property. Our focus helps us deliver the best results as well as offer an unrivalled service proposition to all of our clients, whether they are selling an apartment in the West End or a large family home in Kilmacolm. We feel it is important to have a strong network of businesses to support our clients throughout the marketing process including solicitors, surveyors, interior designers and Independent Financial Advisors. We have selected some of our preferred businesses who offer preferential rates for clients of Vanilla Square and who are highly regarded in their sector.
