Local properties to go under the hammer

Birmingham plays host to the upcoming Countrywide Property auction on the 2nd June.

Approximately 41 properties from across the Midlands will be going under the hammer.

Paul Bridgeman, an Auctioneer at Countrywide Property Auctions said: “Auctions in the Midlands are always very exciting with the vast array of properties on offer there is something for everyone. We have new apartments, large family homes and rental opportunities for investors. Following the success of other regional auctions we anticipate that many of the properties in the Midlands will be a huge attraction for investors, landlords and local first time buyers.”

The auction will commence at 12 noon on Tuesday 2nd June 2009 at The Park Inn Hotel (formerly known as The West Bromwich Moat House) Birmingham Road, West Bromwich B70 6RS.

To view the properties and request a copy of the auction catalogue, visit www.countrywidepropertyauctions.co.uk

Properties to look at for in June (pictures available upon request)

• Lot 62: Bedworth, Warwickshire. Spacious detached property with gated entrance. The property has three bedrooms, two bathrooms. Two large reception areas including a spacious conservatory at the rear of the property. Guide Price £240,000. Viewing strictly by arrangement with a local letting agent.

• Lot 73: Rugby, Warwickshire. Grade II listed former church with permitted change for office use. Guide Price £65,000 £70,000. Viewing strictly by arrangement with local agent Countrywide Managing Agents 02476 550303.

• Lot 74: Matlock, Derbyshire Two bedroom first floor apartment with ensuite. Includes garage access and there is fabulous views across Derwent Valley towards Riber Castle. Guide Price £120,000.

• Lot 93: Aston, Birmingham A five bedroom three story townhouse. The close proximately to Aston University provides a great opportunity to purchase as a buy-to-let property. Guide Price £100,000 - £105,000. Viewings strictly by local agent Dixons on 0121 377 6588.

Coming up: The next round of auctions includes: Manchester 28 May 16 Jul 10 Sep 22 Oct 3 Dec Leeds 29 May 17 Jul 11 Sep 23 Oct 4 Dec Birmingham 2 Jun 23 Jul 15 Sep 28 Oct 10 Dec Bristol 3 Jun 24 Jul 16 Sep 29 Oct 11 Dec London 5 Jun 21 Jul 18 Sep 4 Nov 8 Dec

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Notes to Editors:

The auction takes place at 12pm on Tuesday 2nd June 2009 at The Park Inn Hotel (formerly known as The West Bromwich Moat House) Birmingham Road, West Bromwich B70 6RS. Venue contact details: Tel: 0121 609 9988 Fax: 0121 525 7403

Countrywide Property Auctions is the auction arm of Countrywide plc, the UK's largest estate agency and property services group. Countrywide Property auctions hold 52 auctions per year and sold more than 1,700 properties in 2008, making it the largest regional auction house.

To arrange interviews and find out more, please contact:

Shella Ali Press Officer Tel: +44 (0)7721439043 Email: shella.ali@countrywideplc.co.uk Website: www.countrywideplc.co.uk / www.countrywidepropertyauctions.co.uk