April / May Auction Property Deals of the Month – Essex

With tons of investment potential and a variety of prices and sizes of properties, these residential and commercial properties in Essex are up for auction in April and May.

Residential Auction Properties Essex

1 Bed Apartment, Romford

(For Sale with Get An Offer Auctions)

1 Bed Apartment in Romford - For Sale with Get an Offer Auctions with an Opening Bid of £190,000 (April 2024)

This one-bedroom apartment boasts an entrance hall leading to a lounge, a fitted kitchen, and a bathroom featuring a three-piece suite.

A great property that could be rented out to a professional, this apartment is located in the popular area on Dolphin Approach on Romford. A prime location, this apartment would be a great buy to let and is located within proximity to amenities and transport links.

The lot will be brought to auction by Get An Offer Auctions on the 29th of April 2024 with an Opening Bid of £190,000.

3 Bed Terrace House, Leigh-on-Sea

(For Sale with Auction House Essex & Kent)

3 Bed Terrace House in Leigh-on-Sea - For Sale with Auction House Essex & Kent with a Guide Price of £290,000 (May 2024)

Offered with vacant possession, this vacant three-bedroom terraced house dates back to the Edwardian period and was constructed around 1900. Situated in a highly sought-after residential area, the property requires a complete renovation program in Leigh-on-Sea.

The property includes a small front garden with a wildflower area and a paved footpath leading to the front door. The rear garden currently needs refurbishment. Additionally, there is a WC located at the rear of the property accessible via the garden. Located in Leigh-on-Sea, just north of the Thames Estuary, the property enjoys easy access to transport links 40 miles from central London. Positioned on the north side of the A13 London Road, the property is conveniently close to shops, with Leigh Broadway and its array of bars and restaurants approximately half a mile south.

The property will be brought to auction by Auction House Essex & Kent on 14th May 2024 with a Guide Price of £290,000.

4 Bed Detached House, Chelmsford

(For Sale with Auction House Essex & Kent)

4 Bed Detached House in Chelmsford - For Sale with Auction House Essex & Kent with a Guide Price of £465,000 (May 2024)

This substantial Grade II listed detached cottage is situated on a 1/3 acre plot, originally three cottages but now configured as a single-family home boasting four double bedrooms, five reception rooms, a self-contained annexe, a large detached garage, two driveways, and a significant garden. With the potential to divide into multiple dwellings, subject to obtaining planning consent, this property offers incredibly versatile possibilities.

The property features driveways on both sides along with a spacious detached garage. The rear garden is secluded and comprises a patio area and a vast lawn space. Located in the sought-after village of Hatfield Peverel, just six miles northeast of Chelmsford, the property is conveniently situated half a mile from the rail station and offers easy access to the A12. Local shops and amenities are within easy walking distance on the street.

Auction House Essex & Kent will bring the lot to auction on 14th May 2024 with a Guide Price of £465,000.

4 Bed Semi-Detached House, Rayleigh

(For Sale with GoTo Properties)

4 Bed Semi-Detached House in Rayleigh - For Sale with GoTo Properties with an Opening Bid of £400,000 (May 2024)

Nestled within the sought-after Wheatley estate in Rayleigh, this expansive four-bedroom semi-detached property comes to market with no upper chain. While requiring full modernisation, the property holds promise as an ideal family home in a desirable locale.

The property comprises an entrance hall, a generously extended lounge, a dining room, a spacious kitchen, a ground-floor bathroom, and four bedrooms on the first floor, complemented by a sizable rear garden.

The lot will be taken to the auction by GoTo Properties on 14th May 2024 with an Opening Bid of £400,000.

2 Bed Terrace House, Halstead

(For Sale with iamsold)

2 Bed Terrace House in Halstead - For Sale with iamsold with a Starting Bid of £200,000 (May 2024)

This two-bedroom terrace house is situated in Halstead. Comprising a lounge, dining room, a kitchen and utility room. Meanwhile, the first floor features two bedrooms and a bathroom. There is also a rear garden which is mainly laid to lawn.

The market town of Halstead offers schooling for all ages, leisure facilities, various shops, boutiques, numerous restaurants and public houses. Offering a potential buy-to-let opportunity, this would be an ideal rental for a commuter with the mainline station located in the larger town of Braintree. Stansted Airport is also approximately 25 miles away and there are straightforward access links to both A12 and A120.

iamsold will bring the lot to auction on 9th May 2024 with a Starting Bid of £200,000.

4 Bed Detached Bungalow, Chelmsford

(For Sale with Auction House Essex & Kent)

4 Bed Detached Bungalow in Chelmsford - For Sale with Auction House Essex & Kent with a Guide Price of £450,000 (May 2024)

Situated on a substantial plot, this vacant detached chalet bungalow is ripe for renovation. Boasting garages and outbuildings, the property offers redevelopment potential, subject to obtaining the necessary planning consent. Located in a sought-after area in Chelmsford, the property features several rear outbuildings, including a large garage workshop, a block of three garages, an office, and a pigeonry. A spacious drive leads to ample parking space for multiple large vehicles.

Set on just over half an acre of land, the garden areas require maintenance. At the rear, a large garage/workshop, smaller garages, an office and a brick-built pigeonry complete the landscape. Cold Norton is 10 miles east of Chelmsford. The property, located about half a mile east of Cold Norton village, enjoys open views of farmlands to the rear.

Auction House Essex & Kent will bring the lot to auction on 14th May 2024 with a Guide Price of £450,000.

Commercial Auction Properties – Essex

City Centre Commercial Premises With Residential Above, Colchester

(For Sale with Clive Emson Auctions)

City Centre Commercial Premises with Residential Above in Colchester - For Sale with Clive Emson Auctions with a Guide Price of £170-180,000 (May 2024)

Nestled in the heart of Colchester city centre, this well-established commercial property offers character. Colchester boasts a vibrant hub with a variety of shops, bars, restaurants, recreational venues, and excellent transportation links, including railway stations connecting to London.

Comprising a ground floor sales area, a basement, and upper parts that formerly served as leasehold residential accommodation. There is potential to reinstate the residential status of the upper parts, subject to obtaining all planning consents. Additionally, operating an Airbnb from the upper parts, taking advantage of the location’s proximity to the historic city centre and theatres could be considered and all information is found in the auction legal pack.

Clive Emson Auctions will bring the lot to auction on 1st May 2024 with a Guide Price of £170-180,000.

Commercial Unit with Flat Above, Former Coach House and Cottages, Maldon

(For Sale with Clive Emson Auctions)

Commercial Unit with Flat Above, Former Coach House and Cottages in Maldon - For Sale with Clive Emson Auctions with a Guide Price of £400-425,000 (May 2024)

Located on Maldon High Street, this commercial investment and development opportunity is surrounded by shops, bars, cafes, and restaurants, with additional recreational amenities nearby.

Maldon offers supermarkets, retail parks, and further High Street shopping. The city of Chelmsford, approximately 10 miles west, provides additional amenities. The property comprises a ground-floor commercial investment with a flat above, requiring modernisation, a former coach house with development potential, and two three-story cottages needing completion. With its prime location and potential for improvement, this opportunity presents versatility for investors or developers looking to capitalise on Maldon’s thriving commercial and recreational environment.

The lot will be taken to the auction by Clive Emson Auctions on 1st May 2024 with a Guide Price of £400-425,000.

Grade II Listed Methodist Church and Land, Ilford

(For Sale with Lambert Smith Hampton Auctions)

Grade II Listed Methodist Church and Land in Ilford - For Sale with Lambert Smith Hampton Auctions with a Guide Price of £1,350,000-1,500,000 (May 2024)

The property consists of a Grade II listed Methodist church and accompanying land, dating back to the early 20th Century. There is a bell tower and spire grace the southern aspect, while to the north stands a separate, single-storey outbuilding. This could be used for religious facilities or could potentially offer conversion to residential accommodation possibilities

The lower ground and ground floors house Sunday school facilities, meeting rooms, and a kitchen, while the first floor accommodates the main hall of worship, complete with original organ, vestries, and storage areas. The property is nestled between Seven Kings Road and Balmoral Gardens, south of High Road (A118). Seven Kings railway station lies approximately 55 meters southeast, offering swift access to London Liverpool Street in under 20 minutes. Nearby amenities include retail outlets and residential areas, with Seven Kings town centre providing major shopping options.

The property will go to auction with Lambert Smith Hampton Auctions on the 15th of May 2024 with a Guide Price of £1,350,000-1,500,000.

Betting Office and Vacant First Floor, Ilford

(For Sale with Allsop Auctions)

Betting Office and Vacant First Floor in Ilford - For Sale with Allsop Auctions with a Guide Price of £1,050,000-1,150,000 (May 2024)

This property offers a ground floor leased to Power Leisure Bookmakers Ltd until 2033. The first floor is currently vacant and holds future residential potential, subject to planning consent. Positioned in the town centre of Ilford, it enjoys a prime location just 100 meters from Ilford Rail Station on the Elizabeth Line and is nested between other major retailers.

Ilford is located nine miles northeast of Central London within the London Borough of Redbridge and benefits from proximity to major road networks. Ilford Overground and Underground Station is conveniently situated 100 meters from the property.

The lot will be brought to auction by Allsop Auctions on the 2nd of May 2024 with a Guide Price of £1,050,000-1,150,000.