What You Can Buy at UK Property Auctions for Under £50,000 – January

There are always plenty of promising properties available at auction for a budget of £50,000 or less across the UK. Below, we present some of the best or most interesting options we have come across this month. Bidding closes during January – or very early February – on all of the following properties.

2 Bed End Terrace Property in Stoke-on-Trent

(For Sale with Sellprop Auctions)

2 Bed End Terrace Property in Stoke-on-Trent - For Sale with Sellprop Auctions for a Guide price of £25,000 (January 2023)

Available freehold with vacant possession, this lot features all the benefits of an end terrace property, along with a rear yard. It is located just four miles outside of the centre of Stoke-on-Trent, with the sweeping green spaces of Sneyd Hill Park, Cobridge Park, Grange Park and Central Forest Park mere minutes away.

There are plenty of amenities nearby, including retail outlets, eateries and schools.

Requiring renovation, the home would make a superb project with the potential for a significant return on investment. It will be brought to auction by Sellprop on 26th January 2023 with a Guide Price of £25,000.

3 Bed Semi-Detached House in Sheffield

(For Sale with Auction House South Yorkshire)

3 Bed Semi-Detached Property in Sheffield - For Sale with Auction House South Yorkshire for a Guide price of £38,000 (January 2023)

With renovations well underway, including a full skim plaster coat, this generously sized home features a rear garden, off street parking and brand new windows.

Located right in the heart of Dinnington and just a half-hour drive from Sheffield, there are plenty of amenities and transport links nearby. The property is located less than 40 minutes from the beautiful Peak District National Park, where there are plenty of opportunities for hiking and outdoor pursuits.

The lot will be brought to auction by Auction House South Yorkshire on 16th January 2023 with a Guide Price of £38,000.

3 Bed Mid-Terrace Property in Gainsborough

(For Sale with Open Door Auctions)

3 Bed Mid-Terrace Property in Gainsborough - For Sale with Open Door Auctions for a Guide price of £45,000 (January 2023)

Located less than 15 minutes’ walk from Gainsborough Central Station and with the lovely Thonock park situated close by, this property is in a highly convenient location.

Along with three good-sized bedrooms, the home has a rear yard and is well-appointed, making it the perfect low-maintenance investment for any prospective buyer.

With a range of shops, leisure amenities and schools nearby, this lot will be brought to auction by Open Door – who have not specified an official closing date for bids (enquiries must be made online). However, the property’s Guide Price is £45,000.

2 Bed Terrace House in Doncaster

(For Sale with Auction House South Yorkshire)

2 Bed Terrace House in Doncaster - For Sale with Auction House South Yorkshire with an opening bid of £12,000 (January 2023)

This lot represents an opportunity to quickly and easily add value to an asset in a prime location – less than 10 minutes’ drive from the heart of Doncaster and fifteen minutes’ walk from Doncaster Station.

Due to its position, the property benefits from superb access to amenities – plus the green spaces of Hexthorpe and Westfield Park are right on its doorstep.

Benefitting from a rear yard, complete with shed, this lot requires some simple cosmetic updating to achieve a significant return on investment. It will be brought to auction by Auction House South Yorkshire on 30th January 2023 with a minimum opening bid of just £12,000.

1 Bed Terraced Bungalow Cottage, Bradford

(For Sale with Auction House West Yorkshire)

1 Bed Terraced Bungalow in Bradford - For Sale with Auction House West Yorkshire with a Guide Price of £45,000 (February 2023)

A lovely, characterful property in need of only a small amount of maintenance following a leak, this property is located just 10 minutes’ drive from the centre of Bradford and only 5 minutes walk from the corner of lovely Wibsey Park.

With eateries, shops and other amenities within easy distance, the property is highly accessible in a number of ways. Arranged over a single storey, its new owner will enjoy its well-presented and spacious rooms, along with its very attractive private garden.

The lot will be brought to auction by Auction House West Yorkshire on 1st February 2023 with a Guide Price of £45,000.

3 Bed Terraced Property in Liverpool

(For Sale with Pattinson Auctions)

3 Bed Terraced Property in Liverpool - For Sale with Pattinson Auctions with a starting bid of £40,000 (January 2023)

This property features good-sized front and rear gardens and sits just four minutes’ drive from the beautiful Croxteth Hall and Country Park.

Available freehold, with three spacious bedrooms, the home is located just 20 minutes from the heart of Liverpool and all of the famous city’s attractions and amenities.

Some simple updating is required to bring the property to its full potential, making it an excellent investment for any buyer. It will be sold via online auction by Pattinson, with a closing date of 26th January 2023 and a starting bid of £40,000. The current bid on this property is £43,500 at the time of writing.

3 Bed Terraced Property in Durham

(For Sale with Pattinson Auctions)

3 Bed Terraced Property in Durham - For Sale with Pattinson Auctions with a starting bid of £35,000 (January 2023)

Requiring updating throughout, this property is just two minutes’ walk from the beautiful West Park and just seven minutes’ from Simpasture Park. The beautiful city of Durham is less than half an hour away.

The lot has an enclosed rear yard and generously-sized rooms, including three spacious bedrooms. It benefits from its proximity to Newton Aycliffe station and the Oakleaf Sports Complex, as well as all of the amenities offered by nearby Newton Aycliffe.

The home will be sold via online auction by Pattinson, with a closing date of 20th January 2023. It has a starting bid of £35,000.

1 Bed Terraced Property in Newcastle

(For Sale with Pattinson Auctions)

1 Bed Terraced Property in Newcastle - For Sale with Pattinson Auctions with a starting bid of £30,000 (January 2023)

Recently partially refurbished and with an attractive enclosed rear yard and yellow brick façade, this property will make an excellent investment.

It boasts a very spacious lounge/diner and master bedroom, with a good-sized kitchen and no onward chain. Its location is also highly convenient, situated as it is in the heart of the attractive village of Chopwell and just half an hour outside of Newcastle upon Tyne.

The lot will be sold via online auction by Pattinson, with a closing date of 25th January and a starting bid of £30,000.

3 Bed Semi-Detached House in Dalmellington

(For Sale with Auction House Scotland)

3 Bed Semi-Detached House in Dalmellington - For Sale with Auction House Scotland for a Guide Price of £39,999 (January 2023)

This is a spacious property in the quiet rural village of Bellsbank, located just over five minutes’ drive outside of Dalmellington and half an hour from Ayr.

With a south-facing garden and plenty of opportunities for improvement and renovation that would add significant value, the new residents of the property will enjoy stunning views and swift access to the nearby Galloway Forest Park beauty spot.

The lot will be brough to auction by Auction House Scotland on 26th January 2023 with Guide Price of £39,999.

Detached Former Church Near Cullen

(For Sale with Future Property Auctions)

Former Church (for Renovation into 5 Bed Detached Property) - For Sale with Future Property Auctions with an opening bid of £40,000 (January 2023)

This is an extremely exciting opportunity for a house hunter or investor seeking a project. A derelict former church with freehold ownership, the lot has the potential to be converted into a very spacious 5 bedroom residential property.

The church is a 10-minute drive from the beautiful seaside village of Cullen on the Moray Firth – which enjoys plenty of sunshine – and promises to be a quiet, secluded and restful place for any resident. It requires planning permission and full conversion works to reach its potential.

Bidding on this lot opens on 12th January 2023 and runs until 1st February. The property will be sold by Future Property Auctions and comes with an opening bid of £40,000.