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See how verdicts work3-bedroom detached house · S26 3XH
Listing removedListed 131 daysAuction 27 Jul · ended
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About
For sale by Auction on 27 July 2026.
An increasingly rare opportunity to acquire a Freehold site of 0.74 Acre located in the heart of Aughton, a popular village some 1.5 miles to the south of Rotherham.
The site includes a double fronted stone built cottage, currently let at £995 pcm which could be retained for own occupation, redevelopment or ongoing letting.
A positive Pre-App from Rotherham MBC indicates a positive response 14 dwellings (apartments) though interested parties may wish to discuss other potential schemes appropriate for the site.
The village enjoys excellent links to the motorway network including junction 31 of the M1 and junction 32 at the start of the M18, enabling access to a number of regional centres including Sheffield, Doncaster as well as Rotherham.
Local facilities are close by and the property is located in the heart of the village just before the junction of Main Street and Hall Road.
Ground floor Sitting Room, Living Room, Kitchen, Office, Rear Porch & Understairs Store. First floor 3 Bedrooms & Bathroom/WC 1.
All the information provided on our website is for indicative purposes only. 2. Please be aware that these details are often updated and subject to change at any time. 3.
You must not rely on the information and should view full particulars and any addendums on the auctioneers website.
Tenure: Freehold EPC Rating: D Terms: Auction Details The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Multi lot timed auction and is being sold under the Unconditional sale type.
Binding contracts will be exchanged at the point of sale. All sales are subject to our Common Auction Conditions and Bidder Terms.
Properties located in Scotland and Northern Ireland will be subject to applicable local laws.
Auction Deposit and Fees The following deposits and non- refundable auctioneers fees apply: • 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000) • Buyer’s Fee of 1.8% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £2,400 inc.
VAT) There may be additional fees listed in the Special Conditions of Sale, which will be available to view within the Legal Pack. You must read the Legal Pack carefully before bidding.
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Value & comps
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Returns
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