Charles McDowell

Spear’s Review

‘Success breeds success, and reputation breeds success in this market,’ says Charles McDowell, the discreet agent who’s been operating in London’s super-prime market for more than two decades.

He branched out from Russell Simpson to set up his boutique firm in 2002, focusing on homes and mansions in Chelsea, Kensington, Knightsbridge, Belgravia, Notting Hill and Holland Park. McDowell largely operates as an adviser to vendors, while also being active in buying advisory. He is valued for his attention to privacy and is renowned for his connections in the Middle East and Asia Pacific regions.

‘Some agents are inclined to tell people what they want to hear,’ he says. ‘We pride ourselves on telling it as it is, and letting clients know when something’s not right.’

McDowell was shortlisted as a finalist at the 2024 Spear’s Awards.