Guide to Selling Property
at Auction

Whether you're selling a family home, investment property or development opportunity, AuctionLee delivers a fast, transparent and secure way to sell.

Our experienced team will guide you from valuation through to completion, helping you achieve the best possible price.

Timed Auction

Is Selling at Auction Worth It?

Pros and cons.

  • Fast sale
  • Competitive bidding
  • Committed buyers
  • Transparent process

Auction isn't right for every property—but for many sellers it delivers a quicker and more certain sale than traditional estate agency.

Is My Property Suitable?

Suitable for:

  • Family homes
  • Flats
  • Land
  • Commercial property
  • Probate
  • Fire damage
  • Japanese Knotweed
  • Short leases
  • HMOs
  • Tenanted property

Step-by-Step Auction Process

  • Free valuation
  • Agree reserve price
  • Marketing begins
  • Viewings
  • Auction day
  • Exchange contracts
  • Completion (usually 28 days)

What Happens After the Auction?

  • Typically a 10% Deposit is Received
  • Memorandum of Sale
  • Completion Typically 28 days

Auction Glossary

Once you've signed our terms of business, we'll enter your property into the next suitable auction. Completion is agreed between the buyer's and seller's solicitors, but typically takes place within 28 days of the auction.

Yes. You'll need a solicitor to prepare the legal pack and complete the sale. If you don't already have one, we work with a panel of trusted, knowledgeable and efficient law firms who can act on your behalf.

Yes. We'll agree a reserve price with you before the auction. Our experienced team will recommend a realistic reserve that gives you the best opportunity to achieve the highest possible sale price.

Absolutely. We sell all types of property, including:
  • Residential property
  • Commercial property
  • Industrial property
  • Development opportunities
  • Land with planning permission
  • Land without planning permission

Yes. We regularly sell both tenanted and vacant properties. We'll advise you on the best approach based on your circumstances.

Yes. Probate properties are very well suited to auction. Our experienced team can guide you through the process and work alongside your solicitor to help achieve a smooth and successful sale.

  • Experienced auctioneers
  • National marketing
  • Trusted legal partners
  • Dedicated support

Contact Our Property Experts

Whether you are managing a corporate portfolio or completely new to property auctions, fill out our contact form and our dedicated team will assist you with any questions and guide you through the process.