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An estate agent is only as good as the people behind it. At York Estates, we have combined over 80 years of experience in Marylebone. Between sales, lettings, property management and everything that happens behind the scenes, this is the team that keeps York Estates going!

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Michelle Goldsmith
9 September 2026
3 min read
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We know the area pretty well - the streets, the garden squares, the mansions blocks, the buildings, the mews - but more important than the physical aspects of an area or property - we know the people of Marylebone.

Our relationship with Marylebone goes back to 1983. Over the  years, we have helped generations of buyers, sellers, landlords and tenants move within the neighbourhood. Some clients have returned to us years later to sell the property we originally helped them buy. Others have been part of the York Estates story for decades.

So, who are York Estates?

Julia Lilley

Julia

How long have you worked at York Estates? 

I've been here since York Estates was founded in 1983 - over forty three years!

What do you do at York Estates?

I am the owner as well as being responsible for Sales. There's not a lot I don't do!

Where would you live in Marylebone?

Would have to be W1H somewhere - I particularly love the community atmosphere around our office location

What's your favourite pub/restaurant in Marylebone?

The Larrick does a great lunch menu, but also The Duke of Wellington and The Royal Oak - all a short walk from the office, we're very lucky and spoilt for choice

What's your favourite thing to do when not at work?

Spending time with my grand daughter and pilates when I have the time! Family and friends are very important

George - Rentals Manager

George 

How long have you worked at York Estates?

Almost as long as Julia - I joined in 1986, so just over 40 years

What do you do at York Estates?

I'm the Rentals Manager and have been since I've started. Building relationships with Landlords and Tenants is what I love about this job. 

Where would you live in Marylebone?

Would have to be a first floor flat (high ceilings) on Bryanston Square overlooking the gorgeous communal gardens

What's your favourite pub/restaurant in Marylebone?

So many to choose from! The Larrik probably just edges it

What's your favourite thing to do when not at work?

Exploring the UK on short breaks - love to travel

Zena - Property Manager

Zena

How long have you worked at York Estates?

Coming up to 7 years

What do you do at York Estates?

I am the Property Manager so I look after all the properties ensuring that everyone is happy!

Where would you live in Marylebone?

On any cobbled mews street in a house that has a roof terrace

What's your favourite pub/restaurant in Marylebone?

Boxcar 

What's your favourite thing to do when not at work?

Going to the gym

Leo Isadore - Sales

Leo

How long have you worked at York Estates?

6 months

What do you do at York Estates?

I'm in the sales department working alongside and learning from my mum, Julia.

Where would you live in Marylebone?

One of the terraced houses in Shouldham Street, Molyneux Street or Brendon Street

What's your favourite pub/restaurant in Marylebone?

The Larrik or Lord Walgrave

What's your favourite thing to do when not at work?

Watching Arsenal!

Michelle Goldsmith

Michelle

How long have you worked at York Estates?

Five years

What do you do at York Estates?

A little bit of everything - ensuring all the admin side of things runs smoothly

Where would you live in Marylebone?

I love Tarrant Place which is a gorgeous tucked away mews square near Marylebone Church. They very rarely come up for sale!

What's your favourite pub/restaurant in Marylebone?

Eddie's cafe! 

What's your favourite thing to do when not at work?

Playing netball and I am also a Samaritans Listening Volunteer

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