Cornwall Properties to Go Under the Hammer: A Look at the Top Lots Up for Auction

A range of intriguing properties and land across Cornwall are set to go under the hammer this September, as Clive Emson Auctioneers prepares to host its latest auction. The auction, which features 178 lots, will be conducted online from September 16 to 18, offering potential buyers the chance to acquire everything from former banks and mine houses to coastal cottages and prime development land.

Former Bank in St Austell with Planning Permission

One of the standout lots is a former bank building in St Austell, which comes with planning permission for residential development. Located on Duke Street, this substantial two-storey block has a guide price of £140,000 plus. The property, which has previously been used as a bank and a training centre, has consent for six flats and a commercial unit, making it an attractive investment opportunity. Watch the property video here.

Historic Mine Engine House in St Day

For those interested in Cornwall’s industrial heritage, a former tin mine engine house in St Day is also on the auction list. With a guide price of just £6,000 plus, this stone building is in a poor state of repair but offers significant potential for restoration or alternative use, given its historical significance. Learn more about this property.

Residential Opportunities Across Cornwall

The auction also features several residential properties, including a three-bedroom detached house in Carlyon Bay with a guide price of £375,000 plus. This spacious house, situated in a desirable location, requires some redecoration and offers the potential for extension, subject to necessary consents. Check out the video tour here.

In Marazion, two properties in need of updating are listed together with a freehold guide of £195,000 plus. Located in Fore Street, these cottages are just a short walk from the iconic St Michael’s Mount, making them a prime opportunity for those interested in holiday lets or creating a family home. See more details here.

Investment Opportunities in Bodmin and Redruth

Investors may find interest in three leasehold studio flats in Bodmin, with a guide price of £65,000 to £70,000. Located in Turf Street, these self-contained apartments are arranged over two floors and are expected to attract keen interest. Additionally, a mixed-use investment property in Redruth town centre is on offer, with a guide price of £90,000 to £100,000. This property features two ground-floor commercial units and a three-bedroom flat above, all currently let, providing an immediate return on investment. Explore the Bodmin flats here and the Redruth property here.

Unique Land and Small Properties

For those seeking smaller investments, the auction includes a lock-up garage in Hayle with a guide price of £10,000 plus and a private road in Camelford available for £100 plus. There is also land at Tredavoe, near Penzance, comprising 4.3 acres with a guide price of £40,000 to £50,000. This plot offers potential for recreational or horticultural use, subject to the necessary consents. Discover more about the Tredavoe land.

Bidding and Auction Details

Clive Emson Auctioneers, one of the UK’s top five property auctioneers, will be holding its sixth auction of the year with bidding starting on Monday, September 16, and concluding on Wednesday, September 18. For those interested in any of these lots, more information and bidding details can be found on the Clive Emson website.

With such a diverse range of properties and land on offer, this auction represents a unique opportunity for investors, developers, and homebuyers alike to secure a piece of Cornwall.