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Sell your house in Swansea Fast

Located on the south coast of Wales between Cardiff and Llanelli, and just 40 miles from the beautiful Brecon Beacons, Swansea is a densely populated and historic city. If you’re thinking of selling your home in Swansea, we can make the process stress-free, quick and efficient, and we could purchase your home in as little as seven days.

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How to sell your house fast
Average costs for Swansea
The best places to live in Swansea
Things to do in Swansea
The Good Move difference
Cost-comparisons
Our regulators
How to Sell Your House Fast in Swansea
FAQs

In the 1700s and 1800s, thanks to its useful port, Swansea became a hub of industrial activity, particularly for copper smelting and the trade of goods such as wool, coal and wine. Signs of Swansea’s rich industrial heritage are still visible today.

Average costs for Swansea

Monthly travel pass: £68.61
Cappuccino: £3.18
Pint of beer: £3.65
Three course meal for two people: £55
Monthly gym membership: £23.12

Best areas to live in Swansea

The suburbs, villages and hamlets in and around Swansea have something for every taste, offering bustling and busy living, rural peace and quiet, and everything in between.

The Maritime Quarter

Packed with luxury apartments that line Swansea’s beautiful marina, the Maritime Quarter is one of the most fashionable and exclusive areas in the city. With average property prices of £181,117, you could enjoy the Maritime Quarter’s idyllic views and lively nightlife for an affordable price.

Brynmill

With average house prices at £159,189, the suburb of Brynmill provides some of Swansea’s most affordable properties, and is only 1.4 miles west of Swansea city centre. Brynmill has plenty of parks, a beautiful beach, cricket and rugby grounds, and is perfect for professionals, retirees and students at Swansea University.

Mumbles

A coastal village on Swansea Bay’s western edge, just 4.6 miles from the city centre, Mumbles is an ideal place for commuters who enjoy picturesque scenery and quaint restaurants, shops and pubs. Mumbles offers average property prices of around £291,059.

Morriston

At 3.6 miles from central Swansea and bursting with green spaces, Morriston is popular among nature-lovers and those looking for a quieter, slower pace of life. With average house prices at £141,028, Morriston is one of Swansea’s most affordable suburbs, and has convenient links to the city centre via rail and road.

Uplands

At just 1.4 miles from Swansea city centre and with average property prices of around £208,998, the area of Uplands is perfect for those who wish to walk or cycle to work and live in close proximity to the city’s bustling nightlife and amenities. A neighbourhood densely populated by students and young professionals, Uplands offers affordable living and stunning period properties, and it is right at the heart of the action.

Things to do in Swansea

Whether you want to try Welsh laverbread at Swansea Market, learn about the history and culture of Wales, or take in the stunning coastal scenery and clear waters, there really is something for everyone to do in Swansea.

Visit the National Waterfront Museum

Perhaps Swansea’s most-visited museum, the National Waterfront Museum takes visitors on a journey through Wales’s rich maritime and industrial history with interactive guides, traditional displays, permanent exhibitions and extensive galleries.

Learn about Welsh literature at The Dylan Thomas Centre

One of the most famous literary icons that Wales has ever produced is Swansea-born poet and writer, Dylan Thomas. Situated in a Grade II listed building in the Maritime Quarter of the city, the Centre offers permanent exhibitions tell the story of Dylan’s life and legacy, as well as a substantial collection of memorabilia, photographs and work.

Shop ‘til you drop at Swansea Market

Stall after stall selling homemade gifts, locally sourced produce, antiques and fresh fruit and vegetables line the aisles of Swansea Market, which sits in the city’s centre. With over 100 stalls in this enormous market originally built in 1897, you’re sure to find some treasures and get a real slice of Wales.

Enjoy the natural beauty of Swansea’s Bays

Swansea’s stunning beaches, bays and piers give those on the continent a run for their money. Oxwich Bay, for example, which is just 12 miles from central Swansea, is a pretty beach with scenic views and restaurants galore, while Llangennith beach, complete with surf schools and golden sands, is only 15 miles west of the city centre.

Ride the waves at LC Waterpark

LC Waterpark sits inside Swansea’s Leisure Complex, right in the heart of the city centre alongside popular shops and the National Waterfront Museum. The kids are guaranteed to love the LC Waterpark, which boasts an array of pools and plenty of slices and rides, and they can even try their hand at riding the waves on the complex’s wave machine!

The Good Move difference...

It’s often said that selling a house is one of the most stressful processes a person can go through, but that’s certainly not the case if you choose to sell with Good Move.

Here at Good Move, we pride ourselves on offering a fast, efficient and hassle-free sale, because in 21 days or less we will buy your home, no matter its condition. Given that traditional estate agent sales take an average of four months to complete, Good Move is the place to go to sell your property fast.

How do we compare?

7 days to completion	Estate Agents 3-6 Months to completion
AVG Market Value	£100,000	£100,000
Final agreed price after survey	£80,000	£92,500
Estate agent fees (2% VAT)	£0	£2,200
Mortgage Payments	£0	£4,780
Solicitor fees (£1,000 + VAT)	£0	£1,200
Bills and Repairs	£50	£1,800
Removals/Clearance	£0	£1,200
Final Price To Be Paid To The Customer	£79,950	£81,300

	7 days to completion	Estate Agents 3-6 Months to completion
AVG Market Value	£100,000	£100,000
Final agreed price after survey	£80,000	£92,500
Estate agent fees (2% VAT)	£0	£2,200
Mortgage Payments	£0	£4,780
Solicitor fees (£1,000 + VAT)	£0	£1,200
Bills and Repairs	£50	£1,800
Removals/Clearance	£0	£1,200
Final Price To Be Paid To The Customer	£79,950	£81,300

Regulated by...

Given that we’re the most regulated quick house sale buyer in the UK, you don’t need to have any concerns about using our services. We are NAPB and The Property Ombudsman approved, and most recently we’ve made the list of estate agents approved by the NAEA – a regulation granted to very few estate agents in the UK. We’re also regulated by the RICS. Here at Good Move, we put our customers’ happiness and peace of mind first, so you can be safe in the knowledge that our services are reliable and efficient.

How to Sell Your House Fast in Swansea

If you’re looking to sell your property in Swansea fast, you’ve come to the right place.

Whether you want to sell your house fast because it’s a bit run down, in order to avoid repossession, or simply so you can buy your next house in a quick and hassle-free manner without having to deal with a stressful and time-consuming chain, we’re on hand to offer a swift and smooth service.

Frequently asked questions

What's the fastest way to sell my house in Swansea?
If you’re looking to sell your house in Swansea fast, the best way to do it is via a direct cash house buyer like Good Move. After you’ve filled out our online form and received your free, no-obligation cash offer, all that’s left to do is accept it, and then we can use cash we have set aside to purchase your property.
How fast can Good Move buy my house?
We can purchase your house in as little as seven days, though it can take up to 21 days to complete the sale of your house in Swansea. It is also worth remembering that we work on a case-by-case basis, and consider the individual circumstance of each purchase.
What areas in Swansea do you buy houses?
Regardless of whether you live in Mumbles or Morriston, Uplands or Brynmill, or anywhere in between, we’ll offer to purchase your home in Swansea for up to 85% of your its market value.
Can I get an online quote to sell my house fast?
We can send you a free, no-obligation cash offer on your property within 24 hours of receiving some details about your home in Swansea. All you need to do is fill in the form above to start the process.
How long does it take to sell a house in 2021?
On average, houses take between three and six months to sell on the open market, but it’s impossible to predict exactly how long it’ll take for your home in Swansea to sell. Here at Good Move, however, we can buy your properly in as little as seven days.