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Joanne Townsend
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Edited by Ruban Selvanayagam
Ruban Selvanayagam
Ruban Selvanayagam is a professional cash homebuyer, private rented sector landlord, auction specialist, blogger and media commentator.
In this article, we’ve shared a selection of unusual lots available across the UK throughout April 2024. Residential and commercial properties, you can find a great range of unique properties on the open market.
A prominent two-storey building, this formerly Empire bingo hall and social club is also known as Oakfield House. It housed a martial arts academy/gym upfront and a kitchen showroom at the rear, accessible from Blake Street. A parking area complements the premises.
Positioned at the junction of Blackburn Road and Oxford Street, the property in Accrington resides in a diverse commercial and residential neighbourhood. Conveniently close to local amenities and Accrington Train Station, it sits approximately a quarter of a mile east of Accrington town centre.
The property will be brought to auction by Auction House North West on 8th April 2024, with a Guide Price of £250,000.
Nestled in an elevated position adjacent to the Wales coastline, this former school is located in Carmel which is just a short 15-minute drive from the historic coastal town of Caernarfon. Renowned for its majestic castle, the village boasts proximity to notable attractions such as Snowdonia National Park and the picturesque Llyn Peninsula.
The detached former school features two entrance halls, a cloakroom, a lounge, a kitchen, four bedrooms and a bathroom. On an expansive site of 0.5 acres, there is potential to transform into a family residence. There is potential for redevelopment, subject to planning permission.
Town & Country Property Auctions will bring the lot to auction on 25th April 2024, with a Guide Price of £260,000.
This individual property is located in Llanfairynghornwy on the scenic North-West corner of Anglesey. Adjacent villages The A5025 coastal road leads to the A55 expressway, enabling swift commuting to mainland UK. For amenities, the port town of Holyhead is around 12 miles distant, offering a diverse range of shops and services.
The ground floor of the property offers a reception room and cafe/seating area. There is also an adjacent kitchen and there is a dining room. Additionally, the ground floor features a sitting room and a pool room. On the first floor, several rooms are currently undergoing renovation, including a study or extra bedroom. The floor also accommodates the main bedroom and a bathroom. Outside, the property boasts expansive grounds spanning approximately 24 acres. The grounds include a popular campsite with a loyal clientele.
The lot will be brought to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on 25th April 2024, with a Guide Price of £820,000.
Situated at the heart of Fenton village, this former poultry yard features structures that comprise poultry sheds, a brick and pantile barn and a grain store. With its prime location, the property presents a range of development opportunities, pending obtaining planning permission.
Notably, the sale includes no development clawback provision, providing flexibility for potential projects. Situated in Fenton, the property offers 33,000 sq ft of buildings and a variety of development opportunities which makes this a great addition to a property portfolio.
Brown & co Auctions will bring the lot to auction on 24th April 2024, with a Guide Price of £200,000.
The property offers an exciting development prospect, featuring a former hall and an adjacent two-storey building on the site. Both structures need extensive renovation but offer potential for various future applications, pending requisite approvals.
Located at the junction of Horsedge Street and Rhodes Street, just off Yorkshire Street in Oldham Town Centre, the property enjoys a prominent position. The immediate vicinity boasts a blend of retail and commercial establishments alongside recent residential projects.
Pugh Auctions will bring this lot to auction on 24th April 2024, with a Guide Price of £100,000.
This characterful gospel hall presents a myriad of potential uses, depending upon planning permissions. Situated in Eye, a bustling town boasting amenities like supermarkets, butchers, bakeries, and quaint shops. Diss, a short drive away with efficient rail links to London, Norwich, and Cambridge, adds to the town’s appeal for commuters.
The Gospel Centre stands as a distinctive property centrally located in Eye. Formerly serving as a Gospel Hall since the late 1970s, it now offers an opportunity for community-focused endeavours or redevelopment, subject to planning regulations. The interior features a spacious main hall, a large kitchen, and an outdoor WC. Externally, a charming frontage garden enclosed by a brick wall leads to a courtyard with additional facilities.
The property will be brought to auction by Clarke & Simpson Auctions on 18th April 2024 with a Guide Price of £100,000.
The property, formerly a cadet training unit offers a single-story layout. Internally, the property comprises an entrance hallway, three offices, ancillary space, WC facilities, a kitchen, two cellular classrooms, an IT room, and an open-plan classroom/hall.
Situated in a densely populated residential area within Blackwood, the property enjoys convenient access to major transport routes. Blackwood benefits from proximity to the M4, just 25 minutes away. The recently constructed bus station further enhances accessibility, facilitating connectivity to neighbouring cities like Newport and Cardiff.
The lot will be brought to auction by Lambert Smith Hampton Auctions on 17th April 2024 with a Guide Price of £25,000.
Nestled in the heart of Chesham, this recently renovated period building offers a blend of residential and commercial spaces. The first floor hosts a charming two-bedroom flat, while the ground floor features a former café and an off-road parking spot.
Conveniently positioned just steps away from the high street, the building retains vehicular access and a designated parking space. The well-presented property offers an updated kitchen and bathroom fittings in the flat, as well as new amenities on the ground floor including a kitchen and toilet. The ground-floor commercial unit benefits from two entrances. A gated entrance opens to a gravelled courtyard providing parking spaces, with one allocated to this property, marked on the title plan. The layout comprises an open-plan retail/office area on the ground floor with a brick fireplace, alongside a kitchen, WC, and storage cupboard. Upstairs, the first floor encompasses a sitting room, kitchen, two bedrooms, and a shower room.
Robinson & Hall Auctions will bring the lot to auction on 17th April 2024 with a Guide Price of £320,000.
Located in the heart of Trowbridge, this former bank building stands vacant and offers potential for various uses. Spanning ground, first, and second floors, the property was previously leased to Barclays. The ground floor features a sales area/bank hall, while the upper levels comprise offices and ancillary facilities. Additionally, there is a garden area at the rear.
With its versatile layout, the property presents an opportunity for conversion into alternative uses, such as residential, subject to necessary approvals. Trowbridge Station is conveniently close, just 0.2 miles away. Offered with full vacant possession, this freehold former bank building provides development/conversion potential.
The lot will be brought to auction by Savills Property Auctions on 16th April 2024, with a Guide Price of £275,000.
Located in the heart of Tonbridge, this former bank building stands vacant, offering considerable potential for various purposes. Spread across the ground, first, and second floors, the property offers versatile space. Previously occupied by HSBC, the ground floor features a sales area/bank hall, complemented by offices and ancillary facilities on the upper levels.
The property presents an opportunity for conversion into alternative uses, such as residential, subject to necessary approvals. Positioned prominently in a high footfall area, it enjoys a return frontage to the river, enhancing its appeal. Surrounding amenities include popular establishments and the bank building offers a prime riverside location. With full vacant possession, this freehold former bank building holds significant potential for various ventures.
The lot will be brought to auction by Savills Property Auctions on 16th April 2024, with a Guide Price of £775,000.
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