Giggs & Co St Ives, Damien McGrath
Your local property expert for St Ives and the surrounding villages
Trusted Local Expertise
98.9%
of asking price achievedLifetime
Living in the St Ives area30 Years
Experience in estate agencyMeet Damien McGrath
I've lived in and around St Ives my whole life, and after 30 years in estate agency here, I'm proud to say I'm the longest-serving agent in the town. That length of experience, combined with a lifetime of local knowledge, means I understand this market - and the people in it - better than most.
I've always believed in giving honest, reliable service, built on genuine local contacts and recommendations rather than empty promises. It's an approach that's served my clients well for three decades, and one I have no intention of changing.
What makes me happiest at work is the people - both the team around me and the clients I get to help through one of the biggest moments in their lives.
Away from work, my priority is my children and watching football, though I'll happily lose an afternoon to a round of golf or cooking a proper bolognese for the family.
Local charities matter a great deal to me too - I've long supported local football teams, the Rotary Club at Christmas, and St Ives' annual carnival.

Selling your home in St Ives and the surrounding area
St Ives is a beautiful Cambridgeshire market town that has a real Cambridge feel, but on a smaller, friendlier scale, with a strong sense of community running through it. The River Great Ouse flows right through the centre of town, offering some lovely riverside walks, and the annual Hemingford Regatta brings a real buzz of social events to the area each summer.
The town is well served by good schools and an easy pace of life, with a growing choice of places to eat and drink, and a mix of housing that includes apartments popular with professionals. St Ives Golf Club is a well-loved local landmark for those who enjoy the game, and the surrounding villages - including Hemingford Abbots, Hemingford Grey, Houghton and Fenstanton - each add their own character to the wider area.
Getting into Cambridge is straightforward too, thanks to the guided busway, which makes St Ives a popular choice for commuters who want village charm without sacrificing easy access to the city.
St Ives particularly suits families, professionals commuting to Cambridge, and anyone looking for a close-knit community with good schools, decent local amenities and a genuine social scene close to home.

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Our 'Selling With PURPOSE' Method
Our proven, seven-step process for selling your home - built to achieve the results you need.
Positioning
Before your home goes live, we get the pricing, buyer profile and market story right — so it launches with real momentum.
Unmissable marketing
Professional photography, video and drone shots, plus targeted social promotion, so buyers stop scrolling and start looking.
Right buyer targeting
We don't just wait for enquiries — we reach out directly to matched, pre-qualified buyers on our database.
Powerful launch
The first two weeks of marketing matter most. We coordinate viewings and use early feedback to keep momentum and protect your price.
Offer strategy
An offer is just the start. We verify buyer positions and negotiate hard to get you the best possible outcome.
Sale progression
A dedicated expert manages your sale through to completion - chasing solicitors, tracking progress weekly, solving problems early.
Exceptional completion
From keys handover to follow-up after you've moved, we make sure the end of the process feels as good as the start.
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Please get in touch
Book your free valuation with Damien or contact him to discuss your situation.
Damien McGrath
Partner Agent, Giggs & Company - St Ives
Head Office
Giggs and Co, 150–152 Great North Road, Eaton Socon, St Neots, Cambridgeshire, PE19 8GS





