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49 Waterside Lane, Colchester CO2 8HW

Auction Event
 

Guide Price £100,000+ plus fees

UnconditionalOn the fall of the hammer, the successful bidder will be legally bound to purchase the property. The successful bidder must immediately exchange contracts and pay the applicable deposit and Buyer’s Fee stated on the property description, both of which are non-refundable. The deposit contributes to the purchase price. The Buyer’s Fee does not contribute to the purchase price. Completion must take place usually within 30 days, unless the Special Conditions of Sale within the legal pack state otherwise.

Thursday 24th April 2025

9.00am
Key Features
  • Council Tax Band: B
  • Ground floor apartment
  • Two bedrooms
  • In need of a scheme of refurbishment
  • Well located for local amenities and transport facilities
  • EPC Rating: C
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Ground floor flat

Property Description:

A two bedroomed ground floor apartment requiring a scheme of refurbishment and situated within easy reach of Colchester city centre, University of Essex, local amenities and Hythe Train Station providing trains to London Liverpool Street.

The auctioneers have not inspected the apartment but believe it to comprise of a hallway, lounge/diner, kitchen, two bedrooms and bathroom.

The property is sold as seen. All services/appliances have not and will not be tested. All services have been switched off.

NOTE: Bidders will be required to pay a 10% deposit of £5,000 prior to auction before being authorised to bid. Payments will be returned to any unsuccessful bidders following the auction.

Building Construction

Cavity wall, as built, insulated (assumed) - Information taken from EPC.

Flood Risk

Rivers and Seas - Low. Surface Water - Very low.

Conservation Area

We have been made aware this property is in the Colchester, Distillery Pond conservation area. Prospective buyers are advised to make all necessary independent enquiries prior to bidding, as any bid made will be binding.

Broadband (estimated speeds)

Standard 16 mbps, Superfast 68 mbps and Ultrafast 1000 mbps show as available in this location

Mobile Signal

EE, O2, Vodaphone and Three show as available in this location.

Satellite and Cable TV Availability

Sky, Virgin and BT show as available in this location.

Leasehold Information

155 years less 10 days from 1 January 2004. Any ground rent and service charge review periods will be confirmed in the lease documents within the legal pack.

Tenure:

See Legal Pack. Vacant possession upon completion.


  • Heating Supply: Electric, Double Glazing


Auction Details

The sale of this property will take place on the stated date by way of Auction Event and is being sold under and Unconditional sale type.

Binding contracts of sale will be exchanged at the point of sale.

All sales are subject to SDL Property Auctions Buyers Terms. Properties located in Scotland will be subject to applicable Scottish law.


Auction Deposit and Fees

The following deposits and non- refundable auctioneers fee apply:

• 10% deposit (subject to a minimum of £5,000)

• Buyers Fee of 1.2% of the purchase price (subject to a minimum of £1,500 inc. VAT)

The Buyers Fee does not contribute to the purchase price, however it will be taken into account when calculating the Stamp Duty Land Tax for the property (known as Land and Buildings Transaction Tax for properties located in Scotland), because it forms part of the chargeable consideration for the property.

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.


Additional Information

For full details about all auction methods and sale types please refer to the Auction Conduct Guide which can be viewed on the SDL Property Auctions home page.

This guide includes details on the auction registration process, your payment obligations and how to view the Legal Pack (and any applicable Home Report for residential Scottish properties).


Guide Price & Reserve Price

Each property sold is subject to a Reserve Price. The Reserve Price will be within + or - 10% of the Guide Price. The Guide Price is issued solely as a guide so that a buyer can consider whether or not to pursue their interest. A full definition can be found within the Buyers Terms.