Colleagues from across the East Anglia network gathered in person to see the refurbished space for the first time.

Auction House East Anglia's March sale took place in its newly remodelled barn headquarters (Image: Anna Charles, Auction House)

The occasion was shared more widely through the auction livestream and Facebook Live coverage, giving viewers a look inside the refreshed setting as the sale got underway.

There was significant success even before the official sale began, with 12 lots sold prior to auction day. By the close of the auction, 68 lots had sold, totalling over £13,115,800.

Bungalow draws the early crowds

Lot 1 set the tone from the outset. A two-bedroom detached bungalow on Taverham Road, Norwich, set well back from the road on a generous 0.23-acre plot and guided at £200,000, drew competitive bidding before selling for £321,000.

A two-bedroom detached bungalow on Taverham Road, Norwich sold for £321,000 (Image: Anna Charles, Auction House)

Lot 3 kept things moving. A three-bedroom house with adjoining annexe on St Mildred's Road in Norwich, guided at £140,000 to £160,000, sold for £217,000 after sustained competition in the room.

The Lilacs on Mill Road in Hempnall, an extended three-bedroom detached house with clear scope for updating, attracted consistent interest throughout the day. Guided at £275,000, it sold for £311,000, reflecting the continued appetite for family homes with potential across the region.

The Lilacs on Mill Road in Hempnall sold for £311,000 (Image: Anna Charles, Auction House)

 Land demand drives some of the strongest results

Several of the most notable results came from the land lots, where buyer competition pushed prices well above guide.

A 0.2-acre plot off Belaugh Lane in Ashmanhaugh sold for £32,500 from a guide of £5,000 to £10,000, while five acres of land west of Norwich Road in Hanworth sold for £87,000, comfortably above its £60,000 to £80,000 guide price.

In Burnham Market, 0.48 acres of amenity land off Docking Road also performed strongly, selling for £41,000 against a guide of £10,000 to £20,000.

0.48 acres of amenity land off Docking Road in Burnham Market sold for £41,000 (Image: Anna Charles, Auction House)

“Despite geopolitical issues there was still buyer demand throughout the region for well-priced lots. Pricing is key to adhere to changing market conditions,” said Robert Hurst, auction surveyor at Auction House East Anglia.

“We continue to see competition for properties that offer potential, whether that is refurbishment, redevelopment or long-term investment value, which gives sellers confidence heading into our next sale.”

He added: “There are still opportunities for buyers looking for value, with some unsold properties expected to be sold post auction in the coming days. We would also encourage buyers to enquire about postponed lots, many of which are expected to return to auction in May.”

Auction House East Anglia is now inviting entries for its next livestream auction on Thursday, May 7, 2026. Sellers considering a sale are encouraged to get in touch early to discuss their options.

To view available post-auction lots or find out more, visit auctionhouse.co.uk/eastanglia

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