Updated on: 29 August 2024
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Written by Joanne Townsend
Joanne Townsend
Joanne completed a Journalism degree in 2012 before working for a number of marketing companies in the roles of a copywriter, moderator and PR assistant.
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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.
With tons of investment potential and a variety of prices and sizes, these residential and commercial properties in Essex are up for auction in August and September.
Residential Auction Properties Essex
(For Sale with Barnard Marcus Auctions)

This freehold end-of-terrace house is located on Newstead Way in Harlow. It benefits from convenient access to shopping amenities in the town centre, situated to the southwest. Public transport is well-served with Harlow train station to the north and Harlow Mill train station to the northeast. Major road links include the A1019 to the east and the A414 to the north.
This four-bedroom property features a reception room, a kitchen/diner and a cloakroom on the ground floor. Meanwhile, the first floor offers a main bedroom with ensuite, three additional bedrooms and a bathroom. Externally, there is a rear garden and allocated parking.
The lot will be brought to auction by Barnard Marcus Auctions on the 12th of September 2024 with a Guide Price of £295,000.
(For Sale with McHugh & Co Auctions)

Located on Farm Hill Road, this three-bedroom semi-detached house is close to the amenities of Waltham Abbey Town Centre and transport links, including the Waltham Cross Train Station.
The property requires modernisation and offers accommodation across two floors. There is a driveway providing off-street parking, a front garden, and a rear garden. This property offers potential for improvement in a convenient location.
The property will be brought to auction by McHugh & Co Auctions on 19th September 2024 with a Guide Price of £325,000.
(For Sale with Auction House London)

This vacant two-bedroom mid-terrace house is arranged over the ground and first floors and requires refurbishment. Situated on a residential road in
Colchester, the property is near local shops and amenities, with open spaces within easy reach. Transport links are provided by Colchester Town rail station.
Inside the accommodation, the ground floor offers two reception rooms, a kitchen and a bathroom. Meanwhile, the first floor offers two bedrooms. Externally, there is a rear yard.
This house offers a great opportunity for renovation in a well-connected area.
Auction House London will bring the lot to auction on 11th September 2024 with a Guide Price of £100,000.
(For Sale with Barnard Marcus Auctions)

This freehold semi-detached house, offered with full vacant possession, includes a garage and is situated in a cul-de-sac setting between the M11 and Harlow town centre. Additional transport options include local bus routes and Harlow Town rail station, which provides services to Cambridge and London Liverpool Street.
Inside the accommodation, the ground floor offers a reception room/dining room and a clockroom. Meanwhile, the first floor offers three bedrooms, a bathroom and a separate WC. The property features front parking, a garage, and a rear garden. This home offers convenient access to major transport links and local amenities, making it a desirable option for potential buyers.
The lot will be taken to the auction by Barnard Marcus Auctions on 12th September 2024 with a Guide Price of £285,000.
(For Sale with Barnard Marcus Auctions)

This two-bedroom freehold detached house is located on Pier Avenue, close to
Clacton-on-Sea Town Centre, which offers a range of shopping amenities. Additional shops, bars, and restaurants can be found in the town centre. Public transport is accessible via Clacton-on-Sea and Thorpe-le-Soken rail stations, along with local bus services.
Major road links include the A133 to the east and the B1032 to the north. Recreational activities are available locally and along the seafront.
Barnard Marcus Auctions will bring the lot to auction on 12th September 2024 with a Guide Price of £250,000.
(For Sale with First For Auctions)

This end-of-terrace house in
Southend-on-Sea features two bedrooms. Offering a vacant property in the shell condition, requiring repair and renovation. Situated near the town centre, it offers convenient access to Prittlewell station.
This property is ideal for builders and developers looking for a project and is suitable for cash buyers only. It provides a solid foundation for a renovation project, offering the potential for significant value enhancement with the right improvements.
First For Auctions will bring the lot to auction on 30th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £30,000.
Commercial Auction Properties – Essex
(For Sale with Strettons Auctions)

This property comprises a vacant shop and a tenanted two-bedroom apartment situated in ‘Old Corringham,’ a town located seven miles from
Tilbury, between
Canvey Island and Tilbury Fort. Corringham offers good access to the A13 road links, local town centre, and popular schools.
The ground floor shop has a kitchen and toilet facilities. Meanwhile, the first floor has two bedrooms, a living room, a bathroom and a kitchen. This property offers potential for investment with its setup and is well-located for convenient access to local amenities and transport link
Strettons Auctions will bring the lot to auction on 12th September 2024 with a Guide Price of £230,000.
(For Sale with Auction Property.co.uk)

This substantial town centre property spans four storeys plus part basement and offers potential for car parking or an external trading area at the rear.
The building, which has been unoccupied for several years, requires comprehensive fitting-out throughout. It is prominently located on a busy High Street near Market Square, within a major regeneration area. Historically known as ‘The White Hart,’ the property is locally listed as a building of local heritage interest, and its facade falls within the Romford Conservation Area. This offers a unique investment opportunity in a prime location with historical significance.
The lot will be taken to the auction by Auction Property.co.uk on 26th September 2024 with a Guide Price of £1,200,000.
(For Sale with Auction House)

This freehold mixed-use investment is located in the picturesque village of Great Bardfield, approximately nine miles from
Braintree and 12 miles from
Saffron Walden. The property comprises two retail units and a two-bedroom flat, offering excellent potential for redevelopment to various uses, subject to obtaining planning permissions.
One retail unit, currently operating as a delicatessen, is leased for three years starting January 2024. The second retail unit, a well-established hairdresser, along with the flat, is leased for three years from March 2024, providing a combined annual rent of £10,000. Situated in a village known for its premium property prices, this investment presents a promising opportunity for future development.
The property will go to auction with Auction House on the 11th of September 2024 with a Guide Price of £170-200,000.
(For Sale with Auction House East Anglia)

This substantial detached office premises is located in the heart of Clacton town centre and presents a solid investment opportunity. The property is in excellent condition and includes a generous parking area with space for 10 or more cars.
Currently leased to a firm of solicitors on a 6-year lease from 2013, the property generates an annual rent of £17,000. With the current yield reflecting 10% of the guide price, this investment offers strong potential for returns. Given its prime location and reliable tenant, this property is an excellent choice for investors seeking a high-yield opportunity in a well-established area.
The lot will be brought to auction by Auction House East Anglia on the 11th of September 2024 with a Guide Price of £170,000.