Modern Method of Auction
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This lot went to auction on 14 October 2026 (5 days ago) but remains listed. It was still on the portal 2 days ago. That usually means it didn’t sell — it may now be available by private treaty or head to a future auction. Worth confirming current availability with the agent.
3-bedroom semi-detached house · WA5 2EH
For saleListed 34 daysModern Method of Auction 14 Oct · unsold, still listed
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3 Bedroom, Semi-detached House, 15 Poplar Avenue, Warrington, WA5 2EH Overview Hammer Price Homes are pleased to present for sale by online auction this 3-bedroom semi-detached house in Penketh, Warrington.
The property briefly comprises: To the ground floor, an entrance hallway leading to a lounge, dining room and kitchen/dining area.
To the first floor there is a landing leading to 3 bedrooms and a shower/wetroom.
Outside the property sits on a good-sized plot with gardens to the front and rear and a driveway providing off-road parking, leading to a garage in the rear garden.
Auction Details ** Open for cash buyers only. 60 days to complete** Auction ends – Wednesday 14th October 2026 at 1:30pm (Subject to anti-sniping).
Bidding Window Opens – Monday 12th October 2026 at 12:00pm (Bidding will not be possible until this time).
Starting price - £160,000 (Reserve price is higher & unpublished, typically the starting price will be 15 – 20% below the Reserve figure as per our Buyer Terms) Special Conditions This sale is open for cash buyers only due to the general condition; we feel the property is unlikely to be mortgageable.
There will be no grounds for the buyer to withdraw from the sale with a return of the reservation fee citing issues around the condition of the property, for any issues in financing the purchase, or for any concerning information within the searches.
The property is sold as seen. 60 days to complete. Buyer Registration and Viewings To view the property please visit the Hammer Price Homes website, register as a buyer and book in for a viewing.
Bidding is only permitted for those who have viewed. Viewers must stick to their time precisely. Fees All fees are payable by bank transfer only (we do not take card payments).
Reservation Fee – Please note that there is a Reservation Fee (3.6% of the eventual sale price, Including VAT) payable by the buyer within 2 hours of winning the auction.
The reservation fee does not constitute part of the sale price, this is the auctioneer’s fee and is to be paid over & above the sale price paid to the Vendor.
Searches –The buyer is required to pay £420 (Inc. VAT) for the search pack. This is payable at the same time as the reservation fee.
Tenure Tenure - Freehold – Unregistered First registration – The property is currently unregistered, and the epitome of title and corresponding documents can be viewed on the Hammer Price Homes website.
First registration is to be done by the buyer, post completion.
Searches Searches have been ordered and will be made available for download from the Hammer Price Homes website prior to the bidding taking place.
The winning bidder will be required to pay for the search pack which is £420 (Inc. VAT), this is payable at the same time as the reservation fee.
Prospective buyers are to review all searches available prior to bidding. Other Property Information This is a probate property and is sold as seen.
The Administrator / Solicitor dealing with the estate has limited / no knowledge of the property and as such will not be able to answer the usual pre-contract questions or provide a property information form.
The below information has been provided to the best of our knowledge and should not be relied on in full.
Services have not been tested and some of the services may be isolated either within the property or in the street.
Council Tax Band – C EPC Rating – D Utilities: Primary source of Water Supply: Assumed Mains Primary source of Electricity Supply: Assumed Mains Primary source of Gas Supply: Mains Gas Supply (information taken from EPC Certificate) Source/s of heating: Boiler and radiators, mains gas (information taken from EPC Certificate) Primary arrangement for Sewerage/Drainage: Due to the property being on a residential street, it is assumed that it is connected to a public sewer.
Location The property is located in Penketh, a popular and well-established suburb, conveniently situated for Warrington town centre and offering a range of amenities ideal for families.
The area boasts local shops, parks, leisure facilities, a library and golf club, alongside excellent public transport links.
The Ferry Tavern, located alongside the Trans Pennine Trail, is a popular local destination for walkers and cyclists and hosts the annual Glastonferry music festival, a much-loved community event.
Proof & Source of funds In order to satisfy our Anti-Money Laundering obligations, winning bidders are required to complete their source of funds questionnaire within 24 hours of the close of the auction.
This will detail how they will finance the purchase and provide supporting evidence as to the source of the funds (such as bank statements).
It is advised that anybody bidding on a property prepares this information prior to taking part in an auction so that it is readily available. See our buyers faq’s for further information.
Current proof of funds may also be requested from registered buyers, prior to enabling their account for bidding, as part of our affordability checks.
How to place a bid Offers can only be made via the online auction in the form of a bid once the bidding window has opened. No offers will be accepted outside of the auction process.
Once a sale has been agreed (STC) and a price agreed then no further price negotiation will take place. This sale price is fixed at the winning auction price and the buyer honoured to pay it.
Any subsequent attempt by the buyer to contact the vendor direct to renegotiate on price would hold the buyer in breach of our terms.
Should the buyer withdraw then they may have to forfeit the reservation fee. Please read the buyer terms and faq’s on the site for more details. This is a probate property and is sold as seen.
The Administrator / Solicitor dealing with the estate has never lived at the property so may not be able to answer the usual pre-contract questions or provide a property information form.
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