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A recent customer, hiring the company for the second time, said Oren photographed and catalogued all of the items, ran the auction and pickup at the house, emptied it and left it broom clean and ready for sale. That is the job Elm City Estate Sales & Services is hired for: clearing out a house, selling what can be sold and dealing with what is left. The company says on its website that it has offered estate liquidation and property services since 2010, and it lists Shelton, Norwalk, Hamden, Milford, West Haven and New Haven as its service area. On Google it holds 5 stars from 16 ratings. A recent customer said Oren and his team handled the condo association's rules and cleaned the house up after the estate sale. A 2025 customer said Oren sold much of a mother's condo contents through an online auction and donated or disposed of the rest, and that his people took everything out without leaving a mark on any wall or doorway. That customer also said the auction brought in more than enough to cover all costs. A 2025 customer who hired Oren for a full estate clean-out wrote that the quote was "detailed and transparent—no surprise charges or hidden fees," that Oren and crew sorted items for donation, disposal, recycling and auction, and that the space was swept and vacuumed once it was cleared. In a 2024 review, a customer said Oren held a 2 day estate sale, after which he and his crew emptied the remaining contents of the house, donated them and swept the house clean. A 2023 customer said Oren Bitman brought his own truck for an auction when that family had just three weeks to move, and researched a painting until he found a buyer. In a 2022 review, a customer said Oren managed the clean-out and online estate sale of a 5 bedroom home and also sold a piano.
Once AGAIN Oren did a terrific job helping me - this time with the sale of my dad’s house! This is the second time I have used his company’s services. He will not disappoint! If you need someone to help sell the contents of a house and donate or discard any leftovers, Oren is the best! He photographed and catalogued all of the items meticulously; ran the auction and pickup at the house; emptied the house; and left it broom clean and ready for sale. He is a great communicator and very responsive - and knows how to do all of this timely and flawlessly. I found him to be very caring and honest. I highly recommend Oren and Elm City - they are ten stars! I refer everyone who needs this type of assistance them.
Oren and his team did an amazing job. They handled everything perfectly from start to finish and we could not be happier with the outcome. They handled the complexities of dealing with the condo association rules to make a seamless process and a big success. After the estate sale was over they did a great job cleaning the house up. Highly recommend!!!
Working with Oren and his team was an outstanding experience. It’s clear Oren brings a tremendous amount of experience and confidence to the process. His staff is equally impressive: always smiling, kind, patient, and they are so knowledgeable and diligent. They go out of their way to be helpful and supportive and make what is often a very stressful time feel manageable. Essentially, you hand over your home, step back, and everything is handled!! This business is genuinely a blessing when you need it most. I wholeheartedly recommend Oren for your estate sale needs! Ami
Oren did a fantastic job cleaning out my mom's condo. She had a TON of stuff packed into that place and we dreaded dealing with it all. My involvement ended up being absolutely minimal, just an hour walking through the home with Oren and answering some questions. The next time I saw the place, it was completely empty. Oren sold much of content via online auction and donated or disposed of the rest. I didn't have to lift a finger. Communication throughout the process was excellent. Oren sent us regular process notes and pictures of the home. The auction generated more than enough money to cover all costs with plenty left over. One thing really stood out - Oren's people managed to extract everything without leaving a single mark on any wall or doorway. We've never had movers be that careful. Highly recommended.
I recently hired Oren from Elm City for a full estate clean-out and I cannot speak highly enough of the service, professionalism, and compassion they brought to the process. Dealing with an estate can be overwhelming both emotionally and logistically, but Oren made it far more manageable and stress-free than I ever imagined. Professionalism & Communication: From the very first phone call, Oren was responsive, clear, and empathetic. He scheduled an on-site estimate quickly, arrived on time, and walked through the property with care and sensitivity. The quote he provided was detailed and transparent—no surprise charges or hidden fees. Throughout the clean-out, Oren kept me updated on progress and were always available for questions. Efficiency & Attention to Detail: The clean-out involved a multi-room home with decades' worth of furniture, personal belongings, papers, and even items in the basement and garage. Oren and crew approached the job methodically and respectfully, sorting items for donation, disposal, recycling, and auction. They even found and set aside a few personal keepsakes and documents we had missed—something that meant a lot to our family. Compassionate Approach: What really stood out was their sensitivity to the emotional weight of the process. They never treated the job like it was just about junk removal. They understood that every item had a story and handled everything with discretion and care. For anyone navigating such a huge task or handling an estate from a distance, that kind of service is invaluable. Cleanup & Final Results: Once the home was cleared, they thoroughly swept and vacuumed the entire space. They left it in move-in ready condition, which saved us time and money before listing the property for sale. Overall Experience: I highly recommend Oren and his Elm City crew for estate clean-out services. Whether you're downsizing, managing an estate, or simply overwhelmed by years of accumulation, this team delivers not only top-notch service but also humanity and heart.
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