Updated on: 13 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.
Regarding property investment for developers, we’ve selected properties and sites with planning permission in place or applied for across the UK during August 2024.
(For Sale with First For Auctions)
This freehold development site offers a rare opportunity to build two riverside homes, each with full planning permission and private moorings, along a picturesque stretch of the River Thames. The site includes two plots, ready for construction following demolishing existing structures.
The first plot is a detached, two-bedroom home with frontage along the river. The second plot presents a larger detached home with three bedrooms, boasting an impressive riverfrontage. Both plots are uniquely positioned to offer views of the Thames, making this a prime location for luxury riverside living.
The lot will be brought to auction by First For Auctions on 30th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £550,000.
(For Sale with Town & Country Property Auctions)
This is a spacious four-bedroom stone-built semi-detached family home with a building plot in the rear garden, located in a highly sought-after suburb. The property, in need of updating, sits on a fifth of an acre corner plot and features original character properties. It includes outline planning permission for a detached bungalow with separate access off Hastings Road, making it ideal for development.
The semi-detached house with its planning permission for a detached bungalow offers a wealth of possibilities. The house features two spacious reception rooms and four bedrooms. There is a large garage that could be converted if planning permission is obtained. There is also potential for a large loft conversion. Located in Millhouses, the property is close to schools, shops and parks.
The lot will be brought to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on 29th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £575,000.
(For Sale with Strakers Auctions)
This Grade II listed three-story, three-bedroom cottage is located at the end of a cul-de-sac in Frome. While the property needs renovation, it offers immense potential. Frome is less than 13 miles away from Bath with its amenities, schools and a train station with connections to Bath and Bristol.
Planning has been granted in the past year for a new substantial porch, a sitting room, a kitchen and a dining room on the ground floor, a bedroom and bathroom on the first floor and a further bedroom with en suite on the second floor. Externally, there is a small rear courtyard and a front parking area with potential.
The lot will be brought to auction by Strakers Auctions on 29th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £195,000.
(For Sale with Town & Country Property Auctions)
This is a redevelopment opportunity in the highly sought-after village of Rhosneigr on the Isle of Anglesey. This site is just minutes from the beach, boasts stunning sea views and offers versatile planning consents. Approved plans allow for the creation of either two six-bedroom, six-bathroom properties with dedicated parking or an alternative development of two residential flats alongside a 10-room hotel with a ground-floor restaurant, sports facility for guests, and parking for up to 10 vehicles.
Situated in the heart of Rhosneigr, this location offers the potential for significant income. Whether as luxury residences or a hospitality venture, this project presents an excellent opportunity to create a landmark development in one of Anglesey’s most desirable areas.
The lot will be brought to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on 29th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £725,000.
(For Sale with The Auction Company)
This eight-bedroom terraced property is located in
Blackpool and offers an ideal investment opportunity, with planning permission granted to convert it into two separate dwellings. Situated in a prime location, it’s within walking distance of the seaside town’s highlights including the Central Pier and Blackpool Tower.
Currently standing as one large residence, the property spans three floors and features eight bedrooms, five reception rooms, and spaces for kitchen and bathroom facilities on both the ground and first floors. There is investment potential and this residence is located in Blackpool. There are five ground-floor reception rooms and eight bedrooms. Externally, there is a rear yard.
The lot will be brought to auction by The Auction Company on 28th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £68,000.
(For Sale with BRG Gibson Auctions)
This site is in the picturesque coastal town of Ballywalter and offers a prime development opportunity with full planning permission for three detached-family homes. These well-designed homes will feature a ground floor layout that includes a living room, an open-plan kitchen leading to a dining/family area, a sunroom, a bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a utility room, and a W.C. The first floor will comprise three bedrooms and an additional shower room.
Located in the heart of Ballywalter, this site is ideally positioned near local amenities such as shops, cafes, and beaches. It also offers excellent access to Bangor and Donaghadee. With few new build opportunities in Ballywalter, this is a rare chance for a developer to create a distinctive residential development in a highly desirable location.
The lot will be brought to auction by BRG Gibson Auctions on 27th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £68,000.
(For Sale with Town & Country Property Auctions)
This is an opportunity to purchase two, two-story barns with full planning permission for residential development. Situated in an elevated position on the edge of Glyn Ceiriog, these barns offer views of the surrounding hills. The property includes a gravel driveway leading to the barns, providing ample off-road parking.
The barns are ripe for development, offering the potential to create unique residences in a picturesque setting. There is an adjoining paddock, fully enclosed and extending to approximately half an acre, ideal for those seeking additional land for gardens or other uses. All essential amenities are nearby, with excellent road links to larger towns and cities, making this a great location for both rural living and convenient access to urban areas.
The lot will be brought to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on 29th August 2024 with a Guide Price of £125,000.
(For Sale with Online Property Auctions Scotland)
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a substantial commercial unit in Kirkcaldy, Fife. The property has planning permission to split into three separate units, offering significant development and asset management potential.
Formerly a supermarket, this property is in good condition and located within a well-established retail parade in Kirkcaldy that offers excellent transport links, including a mainline railway station. The approved plans include converting the space into a hot food takeaway and two retail units, with an estimated rental income of over £36,000 per annum post-development.
The lot will be brought to auction by Online Property Auctions Scotland on 22nd August 2024 with a Guide Price of £95,000.
(For Sale with Online Property Auctions Scotland)
This is a large vacant development plot in the heart of Kirkcaldy town centre. Complete with planning permission for two semi-detached houses, one with three bed and one with four beds, each with a garage. This plot is ideal for a self-build project or as an investment opportunity.
Each house features a driveway and garage. The ground floor includes a kitchen/diner at the rear and a W.C. The first floor offers a living room, bathroom, and either a bedroom with an ensuite or an additional bedroom and storage. The top floor has two more bedrooms, a shower room, and extra storage. Centrally located, within walking distance of Kirkcaldy train and bus stations, and close to the high street.
The lot will be brought to auction by Online Property Auctions Scotland on 22nd August 2024 with a Guide Price of £80,000.
(For Sale with SDL Property Auctions)
This former care home is now offering an exceptional development opportunity. With 15 bedrooms, this expansive property is set on a generous corner plot. Planning permission is pending as of August 5th for conversion into 6 flats with 24 lettable rooms, making it ideal for residential or commercial redevelopment.
The building spans three floors, featuring extensive communal areas, including a reception, kitchen, lounge, dining room, garden room, treatment room, bedrooms, and staff facilities. The property also includes ample parking and a garden on the side and rear, providing potential for further extensions or new construction. Located in a sought-after residential area, within walking distance of Beeston town centre and the train station, this property is offered chain-free with vacant possession.
The lot will be brought to auction by SDL Property Auctions on 22nd August 2024 with a Guide Price of £595,000.
