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About us

One of the leading independent estate agencies covering South Wales.

Moving is a busy and exciting time and we are here to make sure the experience goes as smoothly as possible by giving you all the help you need under one roof.

The company has always used computer and internet based technology, coupled with traditional values and our biggest strength is the genuinely warm, friendly and professional approach that we offer to all of our clients.

We operate from prominent locations within the busy towns of Cwmbran and Risca. Our reputation and record of success has been built upon a single minded desire to provide our clients with a top class personal service, delivered by highly motivated, trained and experienced staff. A sign of that success is the fact that a large proportion of our business is from referrals, satisfied clients who recommend us to friends and family, so much so that we now operate outside of our `local` areas.

So, if you want professional advice and help on all aspects of home moving, whether it be sales or lettings, please call or email us to find out how best we can help you.

Meet Our Team

Our team at Sage & Co Estate Agents have a wealth of estate agency, lettings and property management experience. Another great reason why Sage & Co should be your agent of choice when choosing an agent to look after your most valuable asset.

Steve Sage
Managing Director

Steve Sage

I have been an estate agent now for over 29 years working in both England and Wales for independent and corporate agencies which have provided me with thorough understanding of sales and marketing and experiences that cover most situations imaginable. I am driven to provide the best service we can, which means employing the best people available to represent our customers and ensuring that they receive a first class experience whether selling, buying or letting.
Ryan Saunders
Auctions Director

Ryan Saunders

Ryan began his career in the property industry in 2004, joining a local independent estate agent after finishing his education. Progressing through roles as a sales negotiator and valuer, he built a strong foundation of industry knowledge that led him to become branch manager of a highly successful office in Newport, South Wales, navigating a competitive market with expertise and professionalism. Eager to broaden his experience, Ryan then joined a property auction company, gaining hands-on experience across all aspects of property sales, including residential, commercial, and agricultural sectors. In 2021, Ryan co-founded Sage & Co Auctions with Steve, combining over 40 years of collective experience in the property sector. Together, they continue to drive the business forward, with exciting developments planned for the future.
Nicola Bullock
Branch Manager, Cwmbran

Nicola Bullock

Nikki has over 20 years experience in residential sales, working for both corporate and independent agencies and has worked in the Torfaen area since 2005. Nikki is primarily office based, providing support to the team and management of the office. Working closely with our vendors to ensure a smooth and speedy transaction in as short a time as possible. Nikki`s real strength lies in matching buyers to properties and she frequently tops the monthly sales target. A truly all round estate agent with a wealth of knowledge and endless enthusiasm.
Carol Barton
Branch Manager, Risca

Carol Barton

Carol has over 25 years of legal experience starting her career many years ago as a legal assistant in a local Risca Solicitors and later changed career to join an Independent Estate Agency Business in Blackwood as the Office Manager dealing with all aspects of sale and valuations. Carol has found that her legal experience has been very beneficial when helping sellers and buyers with the sometimes stressful process of moving house.“I am delighted to be back in my home town doing what I love best!”
Diane Jenkins
Lettings Manager

Diane Jenkins

Diane has recently joined the Sage and Co team as Lettings Manager and brings a wealth of knowledge to the role, Diane has over 20 years’ experience in managing large rental portfolios residential sales and commercials sales and lettings. Diane started her property career in Newport and surrounding areas but has now come back to Cwmbran where she feels most at home. She has extensive knowledge of the Newport and Cwmbran area and has lived in Cwmbran most of her life. Diane is dedicated to providing the best service possible to our landlords old and new and her goal is to grow our rental portfolio in 2022 through providing a first class and excellent value for money service.
Callum House
Sales Manager

Callum House

Callum brings a wealth of estate agency experience across the South Wales property market, having worked throughout Cardiff, Newport and Cwmbran. His background covers the full spectrum of residential sales, from high-end properties and first-time buyer homes to new builds and auction sales. With experience in both corporate estate agency and running his own branch within a target-driven environment, Callum is well equipped to meet the demands of a fast-paced and ever-changing market. He is passionate about continually developing his knowledge and is currently studying towards RICS qualification, enabling him to further enhance the advice and service he provides to clients. Born and bred in Risca, Callum takes great pride in supporting his local community and delivering a first-class service to clients across the area. Alongside his estate agency career and ongoing CPD, he has completed two years of SAVA studies within the surveying and building sector and has also passed his EPC Assessor exams. While these qualifications cannot be utilised due to potential conflicts of interest, they highlight both Callum’s depth of knowledge and the company’s commitment to integrity. Although Callum may not yet have letters after his name (he insists L.E.G.E.N.D. should count), we’re confident it’s only a matter of time before his accreditations catch up with his expertise.
James Davies
Senior Valuer

James Davies

James has had a lifelong interest in property and holds a BSc (Hons) degree in Urban Planning and Development from Cardiff University. His role at Sage & Co. has given him broad experience across the Gwent property market, working with a wide range of property types and clients. Alongside his responsibilities within estate agency, James is training through the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) with the aim of becoming a Chartered Surveyor, having begun his APC journey towards final assessment. His academic background provides him with a strong understanding of the wider property industry, supported by accreditations with both RTPI and RICS. James understands the emotional importance of buying and selling a home and is committed to ensuring every client receives his full attention, care and respect throughout the sales process. He also holds Level 3 Propertymark qualifications as an MNAEA member and is currently working towards achieving Level 4 qualifications.
Megan Gapper
Lettings Negotiator

Megan Gapper

Upon leaving school, Meg immersed herself in a fast moving sales and customer service role in retail which has given her an excellent in grounding in her new vocation within the property sector. Meg has taken to the role like a duck to water, originally working for a property lettings company in Newport before applying to join our group to help us drive forward and continue to deliver a first class service to our landlords and tenants alike. Her enthusiasm and drive to be the best she can be makes her a major asset to our team.
Julie Ells
Sales Consultant

Julie Ells

Julie started her career in Estate agency working for a small independent agent 35 years ago and progressed to become a Branch Manager in Risca and later Caerphilly. Two years later she decided to further her housing knowledge and accepted a role with a new homes developer as Sales Manager. She continued within this role for 15 years managing developments throughout Wales and the Southwest. This role included managing a sales team, selling new homes on developments, marketing, and working within strict targets and timescales. Julie then decided to change direction and become a Part Exchange Manager for a large corporate developer. Within this role she managed a portfolio of in excess 50 properties at any given time. The role included valuing, marketing and progressing properties to completion throughout South Wales and the Southwest region. Julie returned to estate agency in 2023, using the expertise she has gained throughout her profession to enhance the Risca sales team and its overall value to all our important clients.
Melanie Richards
Sales Consultant

Melanie Richards

With a background engineering and sales, you could say that Melanie has an eye for detail and precision coupled with an obvious passion for helping people find a home that truly fits their lifestyle. Melanie recently made the exciting transition into estate agency and hasn’t looked back since. She brings a personal, down-to-earth approach to the property market and enjoys the rewarding feeling of helping people find their perfect home, guiding and helping them through what can be a complex process. Whether you're buying your first home or selling your current one, Melanie will look after you every step of the way with honesty, dedication, and a smile.
Sara Drinkwater
Sales Consultant

Sara Drinkwater

Sara is the newest member of our team and is native of Risca, her local knowledge is second to none. Coming from a background of childcare Sara, as you would expect, has infinite patience, care and understanding, which are complementary skills often in short supply in the housing market. Saras eagerness to learn new skills and insight into the property industry has made her new venture rewarding and exciting, she is passionate about helping her clients find a new home, whether it be a first-time buyer or someone moving on from their current property. Sara is a fabulous all-rounder and is a good communicator and deals confidently with any enquiries. We feel very lucky to have such an enthusiastic and competent person as part of our team.

What our clients say

At Sage & Co Estate Agents we aim to make the process of buying, selling or letting your property as simple and straight forward as can be possible.

I’m completely new to this area so I don’t know anyone or anywhere. I came to view a property and it ticked all the boxes for me and my situation. My cash offer was accepted and sage and co were brilliant throughout. They gave me details of recommended solicitors and tradesmen as I need to have some essential work done to the property, as it’s always a worry dealing with tradesmen that you don’t know or have any knowledge of. I contacted the agent several times throughout the process with questions and queries and nothing was too much trouble, the whole team were really helpful and professional and welcomed me to the the area. Would I recommend them or use them again, most definitely I would.

G. Collins - Beckett

Used this business to sell my Dads house, very professional from start to finish, kept me informed of viewings and feedback throughout. Then the message everyone waits for, an offer. Still kept in touch once sale was agreed until final completion day. Outstanding service and highly recommended. The office workers, namely Nicola and Clare whom I had dealings with on numerous occasions could not have done any more for me. In a word... "Outstanding' and will most certainly be using them again for the upcoming sale of my brother's property. All the very best to Steve and the team.

D. Dawe

found the risca branch lovely to deal with while I was in the process of buying my house. The process of buying became very stressful and complicated due to other issues, but the team were very reassuring and patient with me. I particularly found Julie, Sara and Callum very kind and patient.

R. Strowger

I am familiar with sage and some of the staff which is partly why I decided to use them. There level of service was beyond 5 star in my opinion throughout the sale and purchase. I would definitely recommend them to all my freinds and family.

P. Young

We are so impressed with wonderful Nicola and her superstar Cwmbrân team. (Special mention to James and Mel too) Just as promised we were provided with an outstanding personalised service and proactive communication throughout. The team is professional , organised and filled with genuinely lovely people. Nicola was exceptional and managed every aspect of the house sale flawlessly. She took the heat out of any quiet periods, reassuring us and keeping momentum going. Selling our house with you was immense. My sister and I recommend this rare gem of a company with complete confidence. Thank you all.

R & P

Recently purchased my first house through Sage and Co, very happy with how everything went, being our first house I didn't have a clue what i was doing but Carol was always there if we needed anything and extremely helpful!

M. James