An architecturally designed house in Ventnor on the Isle of Wight, with uninterrupted views of the English Channel is to be auctioned with a guide price of £195,000-plus.
The unique property, called Moonshine, is among 167 lots listed by Clive Emson Auctioneers across southern England in the firm’s auction which ends on 1 May.
James Emson, Managing Director, said: “We’ve received scores of instructions from clients to sell all manner of property and land, including Moonshine with its distinctive copper curved roof and open-plan living space.
“Unfortunately, in common with the other properties
A former school now used as flats in Helston and a historic former chapel are going under the auctioneer’s gavel at £325,000 plus.
The ‘substantial’ apartment property in Church Street is fully let on six tenancies, generating a total of £39,450 per annum. Each of the six self-contained flats has its own external access point.
The block is among 167lots in the third sale of 2025 by one of the top five property auctioneers in the UK, Clive Emson Land and Property Auctioneers.
Auctioneer David Henwood said: “This is a substantial terraced building situated close to Helston town centre
The two largest lots selling at the Acuitus March auction vividly demonstrated investors’ diverse appetite for returns.
A mixed-use residential and retail investment in Enfield, North London producing annual income of £179,964 sold for £2.4m at a yield of 7.04%, while a retail parade in the Welsh town of Barry with current income of £373,550 sold for £2.43m at a yield of 14.45%.
David Margolis of Acuitus comments: “Given that these assets sold for almost the same price, they illustrate the current diversity of investor appetite.
“This is a positive signal for sellers and demonstrates our ability
Symonds & Sampson’s March auction was another great success with 15 lots under the hammer and some stunning results, raising £2.8 million for their clients.
Auctioneer Mark Lewis said, “We had an excellent mixture of commercial property, properties for improvement, building plots, and agricultural land and, even though the government’s spring statement the day before was gloomy, spirits were raised in the room with 90% of lots sold.”
Auction partner Meredith Wallis added “We had lots in Dorset, Somerset, Devon, and Cornwall, and these attracted bidders from these counties, but we also had
More than £18m has been raised for clients in the early spring auction by Clive Emson Auctioneers.
Listed were 145 lots across southern England in the firm’s second of eight auctions this year.
James Emson, Managing Director, said: “More than £18m of property and land were sold, with house buyers in particular keen to get in before stamp duty is paid on properties over £125,000 in April, compared to the current threshold of £250,000.”
A bidding war saw a countryside cottage at Lovedean, north-east of Portsmouth, and chalked for modernisation, fetch £295,000, nearly double its guide price
Winning a property at auction can feel like a huge achievement — and it is. But unlike buying via private treaty, where negotiations and paperwork often drag on for weeks or months, auction buyers move at a much faster pace. Contracts are exchanged the moment the hammer falls, and there’s no going back.
This makes the post-sale process critical. A solid understanding of what’s expected next ensures that your auction purchase is completed successfully, without risk to your deposit or delays that could cost you the deal.
Choosing the Right Auction Format for Your Property Purchase
The way properties are bought at auction has changed significantly in recent years. While traditional, in-room bidding is still popular, many buyers are now turning to online property auctions for added convenience and flexibility. Both formats offer unique advantages — and potential challenges — depending on the buyer’s preferences, experience, and goals.
This guide breaks down the key differences between online property auctions and in person property auctions, so you can choose the best approach for your next property
Letting out a property bought at auction can be one of the smartest moves in the world of buy-to-let property investment — but it’s not always as simple as “buy it cheap and rent it out.” With the fast-paced nature of auctions, the wide variety of property types available, and the often-overlooked risks, landlords need a clear plan from the moment the hammer falls.
This guide will walk through how to go from auction win to tenant-ready property — covering essential viewing tips, compliance checks, refurbishment considerations, and letting
Winning a property at auction is only the beginning. The real journey for landlords starts the moment contracts are exchanged. Whether the aim is long-term letting or a short-term flip, auction landlord management requires preparation, legal awareness, and ongoing oversight.
This guide is designed for landlords who’ve just purchased at auction and need to manage the transition from buyer to property manager efficiently. With practical steps and expert guidance, it covers how to move from acquisition to successful letting — without costly missteps.
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