Wigan Lane, Wigan, Lancashire, WN1 2NB
£320,000
Guide Price
Property Summary
To be sold via online auction on Thursday 17th April 2025 at 11.00 am GMT. The auction will run for 30 minutes. Register to bid today.
Please note that the Auction will be an online auction via our website with remote bidding. You must preregister to bid. Reservation Fee Applies.
All the information provided on our website is for indicative purposes only and interested parties should rely upon the contents of the legal pack and their own due diligence as a prudent bidder.
Rutter Green are delighted to bring to the Auction market this unique semi-detached victorian property nestled in the heart of Swinley, Wigan. Just a stone's throw from the bustling Town Centre and surrounded by the scenic beauty of Plantations and Haigh Woodland Park, this home's location offers lovely walks right at your doorstep. Originally built in 1864, this stunning property retains much of its original character, boasting beautifully proportioned rooms that create a fantastic family home while offering potential for conversion into smaller residential units for savvy investors. Featuring central heating with a flexible system supported by two boilers and double glazing throughout, comfort and efficiency are at your fingertips.
Step inside to find a welcoming entranceway leading to a spacious reception hall. The ground floor accommodates a cosy front sitting room, an elegant dining room, a generous study, and a family kitchen perfect for gatherings. The expansive cellars present incredible potential for future development. Ascend the elegant staircase to a large landing adorned with an arched window that overlooks the picturesque rear garden. Here, you’ll discover three spacious double bedrooms, a charming single bedroom, and a family bathroom that has been thoughtfully re-fitted with a period-style suite, featuring a luxurious roll-top bath, shower enclosure, and vanity washbasin. A separate WC adds convenience for family and guests alike. A further staircase leads to a versatile attic room, previously enjoyed as a games room but adaptable to suit your needs. Outside, mature gardens grace both the front and rear of the property, creating an idyllic setting.
The rear garden offers access from New Lodge, along with a driveway and a brick garage for added convenience. Properties of this quality are rare in Wigan, making viewing essential to truly appreciate the charm, character, and fantastic location of this exquisite accommodation. Don’t wait—your dream home awaits! For further information including viewing times and legal packs please visit our website or contact the office on 01942 367915 or email hello@ruttegreen.co.uk.
For sale by Conditional Online Auction.
Terms
Auction Method:
The auction for this property will be conducted online through our online-bidding platform. This is a “Timed Auction”, so there are no other lots being sold alongside this property.
The timeslot for the auction is displayed on Rutter Green’s website. To view this, search for the property on their website. Then click onto the property to view the property details. The time remaining to bid and end date of the auction is displayed on the page.
You are required to undertake identity checks before you can be authorised to bid. You must also provide your payment details. If you do not provide this information, your registration will not be processed.
When you place your bid, you are deemed to have agreed to Rutter Greens’ Buyers Terms (England & Wales) which are available on Rutter Green’s website.
Auction type - Conditional with Fixed Fee
If you are the highest bidder when the auction for the property comes to an end, you will enter into a reservation agreement with the seller. You must then pay the applicable reservation fee. You will then have 40 business days within which to exchange contracts and complete the sale, unless the Special Conditions of Sale contained within the Legal Pack specify a different time limit. If you fail to do so, you may lose your reservation fee. During the 40-business day reservation period, the seller is not able to accept other offers.
Auction Fees Explained
When you participate in Rutter Green Property Auctions, please be aware of the following non-refundable fees:
Buyer's Fee: This fee is payable upon the close of the auction and is calculated as a percentage of the final purchase price of the property. Below is a breakdown of the Buyers Fee charges;
- For properties sold up to £125,000: The Buyer's Fee is a minimum of £6,000 (including VAT).
- For properties sold over £125,000 and up to £250,000: The Buyer's Fee is 4.8% (including VAT) of the purchase price.
- For properties sold for over £250,000: The Buyer's Fee is 3.6% (including VAT) of the purchase price.
Important Note: The Buyers Fee does not contribute to the purchase price of the property.
Deposit: Upon the exchange of contracts, the successful bidder is required to pay a non-refundable deposit equal to 10% of the final purchase price of the property, with a minimum deposit of £5,000. This deposit will contribute towards the total purchase price.
Payment Process:
When you register to bid, you will be asked to provide your payment details to Rutter Green. If you are the winning bidder, an initial payment covering a portion of the Buyer's Fee will be automatically charged to your registered payment method immediately after the auction ends. This initial charge is calculated based on the guide price of the property, using the fee scale outlined above.
Example 1: Let's say you win a property, and the hammer falls over the guide price, and you win the property at £100,000, here's how the payments would work:
Initial payment straight after the auction closes:
- Buyer's Fee (based on minimum fee): = £6,000 (including VAT).
- Deposit: 10% of £100,000 = £10,000
Total payment on the fall of the hammer is £16,000 – please see note below regarding legal pack.
Remainder to pay on completion of contracts: £90,000 plus legal fees
Example 2: Let's say you win a property and the hammer falls on £255,000, here's how the payments would work:
Initial payment straight after the auction closes:
- Buyer's Fee (based on 3.6%): = £9,180 (including VAT).
- Deposit: 10% of £255,000 = £25,500
Total payment on the fall of the hammer is £34,680 – please see note below regarding legal pack.
Remainder to pay on completion of contracts: £229,500 plus legal fees
Legal Pack Special Conditions: In the special conditions there might be additional charges such as paying the Vendors legal fees. Each auction property legal pack differs, please ensure you download the legal pack to check if additional costs are applied to the sale of the property.
Payments of Additional Amounts: Any outstanding balance on the Buyer's Fee and deposit after the auction must be paid immediately via debit card or bank transfer. We do not accept payments by cash or cheque.
Legal Pack
Before bidding, you must view the legal pack for the property. This is the collection of legal documents that apply to the sale. The documents will include but are not limited to: Special Conditions of Sale, title documents from the Land Registry and Energy Performance Certificate.
To view the legal pack, first search for the property on Rutter Green’s website and click onto the property to view the property details. There will be a sub-heading “Legal Documents”. Underneath this, you will be prompted to “Log in to view the legal documents”. Follow this link, you will then be directed to create an account with Auction Passport to view the documents.
The legal pack can change at any time up until the auction starts so you must check for the most recent version of the legal pack. At the point of placing your bid, you are deemed to have read the legal pack in its entirety, including any changes. Failure to check for changes to the legal pack will not be a valid reason for withdrawing from the sale. It is strongly recommended that you instruct a qualified professional to review the legal pack and raise any necessary enquiries before bidding.
Special Conditions of Sale
The property is sold subject to any Special Conditions of Sale. These are contractual conditions that are included by the seller of the property - they are not part of Rutter Green’s terms and conditions. The Special Conditions of Sale are legally binding. You are taken to have read and accepted these at the point of bidding, even if you have not done so. The Special Conditions of Sale are available to read in the legal pack.
Registration Process
To register to bid on the property, search for the lot on Rutter Green’s website. Click onto the property, follow the link to “Log in/register to bid”, and you will then be directed to create an account with the online-bidding platform provider, Offr.
