Selling Where Others Have Failed.
Selling at auction is the most effective way to unlock the value of your property with speed and certainty. This month’s auction success stories certainly demonstrate this, with the lots presented below showing how our expert team can help vendors sell where others have failed.
10th-11th September Auction Results
Our latest online property auction has continued to build on the momentum of previous results, with more than 35 properties selling under the virtual hammer.
This resulted in sales valued at over £7,625,700 million for our grateful vendors, but there are still some lots available for savvy buyers!
If you missed out on the action on the day of the auction, or are simply curious about any of our remaining lots, you can visit the September auction page by following the link below.
You can also stay up-to-date with our past and upcoming auction events by following our auction calendar.
Lot 72: Success Story: 507 Blackpool Road – Sold at £799,000
Our vendor had been trying to sell the property for several years without success. After taking a marketing break, he returned to us looking for a fresh approach.
The property itself was a fantastic HMO investment that had served him well over the years, but he was ready to move on to new ventures and settle down with his family.
Having struggled to sell previously, and with the property’s higher value, he knew a traditional sale could take 9–12 months and come with plenty of stress and uncertainty.
Auction offered a faster, more focused route, attracting the exact buyers he needed: serious investors.
Many assume that an auction doesn’t work for larger, higher-value properties, but this case proved otherwise. The property sold quickly, generating strong interest and achieving the reserve the vendor wanted.
Ultimately, Blackpool Road sold for £799,000 – £105,000 above its guide price!
The vendor was delighted with the result and pleasantly surprised at how quick and straightforward the process was. With completion set for just 28 days, he can now move forward, focus on his family, and put the long sales journey behind him!
Highmead Street 2,4 & 4a, Manchester, Greater Manchester – Sold at £231,000!
The seller of this mixed-use block came to us with something of a challenge.
New legislation meant the building was about to need some serious TLC just to remain a viable investment. On top of that, they had several tenant issues, with some refusing access and others not paying rent.
This is exactly the sort of property that struggles on the open market, despite offering a potentially rewarding investment.
Uncertainty scares buyers, and complications can stall the sale process.
Auction is the ideal solution for vendors who find themselves in this situation!
We quickly assessed the property, set a realistic reserve, and launched with a price point designed to grab attention.
Our attractive starting bid generated a lot of interest, which drove competition between buyers. Once several buyers were committed, bids really began to flow in!
We set the starting bid at £135,000 with a reserve of £150,000. Eventually, the hammer finally fell £110,000 above the seller’s bottom line at £231,000!
The vendor was thrilled, and we were proud to deliver another fantastic example of how auction sales can be the solution to even the most difficult situations.
Archer Street, Stockport, Cheshire – Sold Prior to Auction
The vendor had been on the market for three months, trying to sell via private treaty. Despite multiple viewings, there was no progression with a buyer.
After a conversation with the client, they decided to switch to an auction to achieve a quick and secure sale. The client was selling due to personal circumstances and needed certainty with the transaction.
We entered the property into our next auction and successfully sold it in just three weeks, with the vendor accepting an offer before auction day arrived.
This allowed the client to move out of the property with complete peace of mind, knowing the sale was going through.
This sale is an excellent demonstration of how selling at auction can be an effective and secure method of sale, both before and after auction day.
Hastings Drive, Flixton, Urmston, Greater Manchester – Sold at £225,000!
After being on the market with two different estate agents and receiving very little interest, the owners of 33 Hastings Drive were beginning to lose hope.
Having cherished the property for over 30 years, they were ready to start an exciting new chapter in Spain and needed a quick, certain sale.
That’s when they chose the auction route. Within the very first auction cycle, the property sold – achieving exactly what they had hoped for. The vendors were absolutely thrilled, relieved to move forward with their plans, and delighted at how smooth and efficient the process was.
At 33 Hastings Drive, we proved once again that when it comes to achieving results, the right approach makes all the difference.
If you are looking to sell your property at auction, speak to our auction experts today. Edward Mellor is a leading national property auction house and the only local organisation that combines auction, estate agency, and financial services under one roof.
Our next online property auction is set to take place from the 1st-2nd October 2025, so register today to bid and access legal packs for the properties on offer.
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No matter what kind of property, we are experts at selling at auction, and we can help you get a great price for your property in only 28 days. Contact us today for a no-obligation appraisal.
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