Receiving a professional appraisal is the first step to selling a Kent house at auction, with assistance from experienced auctioneers who can offer a suggested guide price to help you evaluate what you’re likely to achieve on the day.
Our auction house appraisal services are free and carry no obligation. You can request an appraisal by sharing some property particulars with us. We’ll then call you to discuss your appraisal.
The focus of our house appraisal Kent service is to make selling at auction seamless and stress-free, ensuring you have a good idea about what your house will sell for at auction and can make informed decisions about when or if to proceed.
Find out how much your property will sell for at auction.
Let us know the details of your property and we’ll provide you with our recommendations for the guide price and reserve price
Free Appraisals: Auction House appraisals in Kent
Through our consultations, we help experienced and new-to-auction sellers avoid the common mistakes of either setting a guide price too high and deterring keen interest.
Although auctions are competitive and depend greatly on the levels of interest and excitement on the day, the guide price acts as a steer. It can make a big difference in whether a prospective buyer chooses to participate in the bidding or assumes the property isn't right for them.
As a long-standing and busy team of property auctioneers, we have up-to-date oversight of the Kent property market, the values similar properties have sold for, and pre-registration levels, allowing us to offer appraisals that are as accurate as possible.
Services and Support From the Clive Emson Kent Property Auction Team
We are the leading auctioneers for land, residential homes and commercial properties here in Kent, and offer a comprehensive range of services for buyers and sellers, including:
Access to unique, high-demand and competitively priced properties, land and business units throughout Kent and South East London.
Independent appraisals for all Kent properties, guidance on market conditions, and suggested guide pricing.
Secure professional auction processes with all bidders required to pre-register their details to be able to participate in an auction.
Should you be looking for an appraisal to sell a house in Kent and wish to use the proceeds to buy or invest in another property, we can happily assist with teams in Kent, Sussex, Surrey, London, Hampshire, Essex and the West Country, depending on your relocation plans.
Factors That Influence Auction House Appraisals in Kent
There is an almost limitless list of variables that could affect the appraisal we provide. The added benefit of working with an accomplished auction team is that we can also offer advice on ways to augment the likely sale value or achieve a fast transaction if speed is a priority.
In the meantime, we’ve summarised just a few of the primary aspects of your Kent house that we’ll consider when preparing your appraisal.
Property Condition
Buyers will need to review the particulars, with images and video walkthroughs or in-person viewings, before they are prepared to submit a bid, and this information also affects the initial appraisal, including the following:
The age of the property
Its condition and any major renovations needed
The standard of kitchens and bathrooms
The potential to modify or upgrade the property
The layout, number of rooms and bedrooms
It’s also important to incorporate information about energy efficiency, the glazing and heating systems in place, and the condition of the roof.
One of the standout aspects of selling at auction is that, while a property in need of modernisation may attract a lower appraisal than a newly renovated home, this type of listing also appeals to those searching for renovation, development or investment projects.
Location and Transport Links
Kent has long been a sought-after area, with access to transport routes like the M25 and Eurostar connections, proximity to London, and the ability to live in a small town, charming village, or rural region within a short commute of the city.
Homes in areas with sustained demand and higher average property prices naturally receive higher appraisals, although other aspects like the improvements made to the home, the size of the outdoor space, and up-and-coming areas subject to investment and regeneration can also make a difference.
Additional Considerations Affecting Kent Auction House appraisals
Some parts of the appraisal process relate to economic conditions and interest rates, which a seller cannot control but may influence the appetite within the local real estate market.
In contrast, any special features, planning permissions, or architectural details can mean a unique property stands out during a Kent property auction and can potentially achieve far more than the original appraisal.
The Benefits of a Professional Kent House appraisal
Auction appraisals enable any Kent seller to review the amount their house is anticipated to fetch at auction and use this information to manage their plans without the risk that they advertise a property far higher or lower than market conditions indicate.
From a seller’s perspective, having an independent house appraisal before entering a property into an auction has multiple advantages:
Comparing the contrasts in appraisals, sale expectations, timings and efficiency between various property sale options.
Having an accurate and up-to-date appraisal that reflects the current market and is based on professional insights.
Knowing in advance if there are opportunities to improve the salability and appraisal of a property before listing it for sale at auction.
Gaining insights from expert valuers who can help with marketing and photography, and putting together an appealing package for bidders to review.
Whilst the dynamic, fast-paced nature of an auction does mean an appraisal and guide price are only indicative, they give you a great starting point to proceed with confidence that you have as clear an idea as possible about what your house should sell for.
Book Your Free Kent Auction House appraisal Now
Please complete the form above to schedule a free appraisal, or contact our local Kent team if you have any questions you'd like to discuss before arranging your Kent auction appraisal.
