In the first SDL Auctions North West auction of 2018 at the AJ Bell Stadium in Manchester on 28 February, residential properties with potential proved popular.

A good example was 12-14 Slater Street in Bolton, a fire-damaged two bedroomed end of terrace property which had a guide price of £39,000+ and eventually sold for £61,000.

Andy Thompson, Senior Valuer at SDL Auctions North West, said, “This was a lot with opportunities. It was formerly two properties and was converted into one, so offers a considerable amount of space. Despite some fire damage, it was clearly identified as a project with potential.”

At the AJ Bell Stadium, good prices were also achieved for an apartment (pictured) in Handforth which sold for £166,500 from a guide price of £145,000+. This was described as a stunning three bedroomed apartment in a development of 12 luxury apartments within a Grade II façade.