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Property auctions are no longer a niche strategy—they’ve become one of the fastest, most transparent ways to buy and sell property in the UK. In 2025, digital auctions and hybrid models dominate the market, giving property buyers and sellers more opportunities than ever.

If you want to find a property for sale at auction, or you’re considering selling property at auction, this guide will show you exactly how to navigate the processes successfully.

What Is a Property Auction?

A property auction is a competitive method of selling real estate to the highest bidder. Unlike traditional estate agency

Pub rings a bell at auction

A ‘substantial and well-presented’ former pub near Frome is going to auction with a freehold guide price of £300,000 plus.  (THURS 24 JULY)

The Bell Inn at Standerwick includes first floor owners’ accommodation, trading and restaurant areas, gardens, a large car park and land.

It is among 168 lots in the fifth sale of 2025 being held by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.

Senior Auction Appraiser Audrey Smith said: “The Bell Inn is a substantial, well-presented, freehold public house on a large corner plot.

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A mixed-use investment property between Redruth and Truro has a freehold guide price of £130,000 plus at auction.  (THURS 24 JULY)

Located in Fore Street, in Chacewater, it is among 168 lots in the fifth sale of 2025 by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.

The ground floor of the two-storey property is already let at £6,600 per annum, while the two-bedroom maisonette above is vacant but has previously been let at £850 per calendar month.

Auction Appraiser James Lofthouse said: “This is an attractive mid-terrace property which offers an

Auction stations across Essex

Houses, flats, cottages, land and even a coastal chalet across Essex are coming up for auction later month.

They are among is among 168 lots in the latest auction being held by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers which ends on Thursday 24 July.

A detached building arranged as two self-contained flats in Clacton-on-Sea is coming up for auction as an investment opportunity. 

Flats 1 & 2 at 80 Wellesley Road are offered jointly with Nicholas Percival and Bonds with a freehold guide price of £200,000 to £210,000.

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168 lots listed across southern England in July auction by Clive Emson Auctioneers

A freehold residential investment in Kent, pictured, is among 168 lots listed across southern England in the July auction by Clive Emson Auctioneers.

They include 41 Hedley Street, Maidstone, which comprises nine flats generating £89,500 pa and a guide price of £1,020,000 - £1,050,000 (lot 60).

James Emson, Managing Director, said: “At the start of 2025 many people predicted a tough year in the property market, but, thankfully, this has not been quite the case from our perspective.

“Our four auctions this year

Land and property in Torbay are set to go under the hammer at an auction on 24th July.

They are among 168 lots in the fifth sale of 2025 being held by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.

Two flats in Torquay are available separately at £100,000 plus each in Queen’s Quay, Victoria Parade.

One is on the third floor and the other is on the fourth floor. Both have two bedrooms and are available with the remainder of 250-year leases from 2010.

Auction Appraiser James Lofthouse said: “These apartments offer the opportunity for owner-occupation

What the First Half of 2025 Reveals About the UK Property Auction Market

The UK property auction market continues to evolve rapidly, and the first half of 2025 has already shown notable trends that both buyers and sellers should be aware of. In this article, we’ll break down the key market dynamics, regional highlights, price movements, and what to expect in the coming months.

Overview of the UK Property Auction Market in 2025

The property auction sector has maintained strong momentum through the first six months of 2025. Despite ongoing economic uncertainties, auction houses across the UK report

Auctioneer, Smith and Sons, has released details of its Summer auction, comprising 20 excellent lots, each with huge development and investment potential.

The online auction will be held on the 16th July with viewings already underway.

The catalogue includes an exceptional property in West Kirby, a large seven bed home, close to the seafront. Guided at £325,000 - £350,000, the property offers huge scope to develop and add value, retaining as a single home or converting into flats.

Also in West Kirby, an expansive plot of land is available. Guided at £1.3m - £1.5m, the site fronts onto Banks Road

A bidding war resulted in two blocks of adjacent seafront flats in Kent selling for £2,406,000.

The residential investment on Folkestone’s Sandgate Esplanade was among 166 lots listed across southern England and in Scotland in the latest auction by Clive Emson Auctioneers, regional land and property auctioneers.

James Emson, Managing Director, said: “There was much interest in the residential investment at Folkestone, comprising 11 apartments with balconies and sea views.

“We sold the two freehold blocks on the instructions of Fixed Charge Receivers, with the final bid of 161 coming in at £2

Land sells at auction

Land with planning permission for homes next to a recent residential development in St Austell has fetched £100,000 at auction.

The freehold parcel in Cuddra Road, measuring 0.1 hectares (o.25 acres), was among 166 lots in the fourth sale of 2025 by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers. It has planning permission for up to four homes.

Auction Appraiser James Lofthouse said: “This well-located parcel of land drew interest at auction.

“It is situated on the fringe of a recent new-build residential development, with a