January’s Unusual Auction Properties of the Month

Planning to ring the changes for 2023 and invest in a property that is truly unique and exciting?

Below, we explore some of the more unusual properties that will be available for auction across the UK throughout January and into early February…

A Flat in a Former Church

(Aberdeen)

Duplex Flat in Former Church in Aberdeen - For Sale with Auction House Scotland for a Guide Price of £139,500 (January 2023)

This is an unusual opportunity to purchase a freehold duplex flat in a beautifully renovated church. Available with tenant in situ and currently commanding an annual rental income of £9,540, the lot is situated within the former Powis Church on George Street. It retains attractive hints of its ecclesiastical past, including beautiful arched windows.

Less than a ten minute walk from Aberdeen‘s train station and within easy reach of the city’s university, the flat is within easy reach of a great number of amenities and leisure venues.

The lot will be taken to auction by Auction House Scotland on 26th January 2023, with a Guide Price of £139,500.

Detached Property Overlooking Cemetery

(Bury)

Three Bedroom Detached Property Adjacent to Cemetery in Bury - For Sale with Pugh Auctions for a Guide Price of £170,000 (January 2023)

This is a very unusual three-bed property directly adjacent to Bury Cemetery and bearing the name Cemetery Lodge.

Detached, arranged over two floors and with an enclosed courtyard and flagged floors, the home offers plenty of characterful charm but is in need of a little modernisation.

Just 1.3 miles from all of the amenities of Bury Town Centre and less than 15 minutes’ walk into the local neighbourhood of Fishpool, the location is quiet, peaceful and ideal for anyone looking for an attractive property with a unique quirk.

The property will be taken to auction by Pugh Auctions on 17th January 2023 with a Guide Price of £170,000.

Riverside Chalet with Mooring

(Farndon)

Three Bedroom Riverside Chalet with Mooring in Farndon - For Sale with Town & Country Property Auctions for a Guide Price of £6,000 (January 2023)

With the stirring name “The Quest”, this freehold, detached, single-storey property has three bedrooms – one with en-suite WC. The lot has its own mooring on the River Dee, accessible via a beautiful walkway, which includes fishing rights. It is located just a fifteen minute walk from the lovely village of Farndon (in Cheshire).

The waterfront views from this property are stunning and the plot is sizeable. The building’s roof features solar panels, ensuring that the power it uses is both affordable and sustainable.

Available on a 25-year lease with holiday letting unavailable, the seller of this property has stipulated cash buyers only.

The lot will be taken to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on 26th January 2023 with a Guide Price of just £6,0000.

4/5 Bedroom Detached Property

(Shrewsbury)

4-5 Bed Detached Property in Shrewsbury - For Sale with Town & Country Property Auctions - Guide Price TBA (January 2023)

A very attractive and large home in need of renovation, this property is available freehold. With generous lawned gardens and stunning open views, the lot benefits from four storeys, including a good-sized basement. There is also a garage, a detached workshop and an additional outbuilding, which may be used as home office, leisure or gym space.

With significant improvement or extension potential subject to permissions, the lot is located in the beautiful village of Wroxeter (in the county of Shropshire) – famous for its ancient Roman history – and just 20 minutes’ drive from Shrewsbury.

The property will be taken to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on 26th January 2023. Its minimum opening bid is currently TBA.

Former Rifle Range

(Norwich)

Former Rifle Range in Norwich - For Sale with Town & Country Property Auctions - with a Minimum Opening Bid of £1,000 (January 2023)

This very unusual subterranean lot is located on Upper St. Giles Street in the very centre of Norwich. Available on a long lease, it is divided into three separate rooms, including the old rifle range which measures 27.15 metres in length.

Subject to planning, this characterful building has a huge range of potential uses. With Norwich Market and the Castle Quarter just around the corner, it is very conveniently placed and accessible via a set of steps leading down from street level.

This lot will be taken to auction by Town & Country Property Auctions on 26th January 2023 with a Guide Price of just £1,000.