Council owned land and property for sale or to let

Sales of council owned land and property includes the sale of land and property available for commercial development as well as major residential development sites.

Property and land for sale

The Carr Manor Estate, Stonegate Road, Leeds, LS6 4QA

Freehold and sold with vacant possession on completion.

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Details

A magnificent private estate containing a Grade II Listed principal residence, understood to date from 1881, extending to circa 17,528 sq ft and set in beautiful, landscaped grounds totalling 10.1 acres.

Within the grounds are additional Listed buildings including a fine ornate Coach House extending to circa 2,169 sq ft at ground floor level plus loft space, two cottages in need of renovation and extending to circa 1,585 square feet, and further single storey outbuildings.

Location

On Stonegate Road in Meanwood approximately 3.6 miles from Leeds City Centre.

Location benefits from significant regeneration in recent years.

Fees

The purchaser will bear the council’s costs calculated a 4% of the purchase price.

Further information

The site is being marketed on behalf of the council by Sanderson Wetherall.

View site details on the Sanderson Wetherall website.

To discuss the property further, please contact Andrew Ellis on 0113 221 6040 or Henry Tyrrell on 0113 221 6151.

Land at St Cecilia Street, LS2 7PA

Freehold for sale via informal tender.

Birds eye of eye of Leeds city centre showing lots of buildings, roads, vehicles from above

Details

Excellent mixed-use opportunity (subject to planning permission) in Leeds city centre.

Site area approximately 0.16 acres (0.07 ha).

Location

Approximately 0.5 miles from Leeds Train Station.

Location benefits from significant regeneration in recent years.

Further information

Deadline for offers is midday, 17 July 2025.

View site details on the Avison Young website.

To discuss the property further, contact Avison Young via their website or call 08449 02 03 04.

Swan Lane, Eccup, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS16 8AZ

Superb rural property

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Guide price

£790,000 plus fees.

For sale by online auction: Bidding commences Tuesday 24 June and closes on Wednesday 25 June 2025.

Property details

Leeds City Council is offering for sale by online auction a stunning and outstanding rural property extending to 3.06 acres (1.24 Hectares). This exceptional site comprises an extensive range of buildings surrounded by some spectacular countryside.

Set amidst the Greenbelt in one of the most prestigious locations of West Yorkshire it is ideally placed to access the vibrant centres of Leeds, Harrogate and York which together form the “Yorkshire golden triangle“.

The property may be suitable for change of use and redevelopment subject to the usual planning consent and amongst other possible uses the site potentially offers a unique opportunity, to create a magnificent residential dwelling of character situated in this much sought after rural area.

Formally used as a donkey sanctuary and provides a superb example of a well apportioned equestrian centre comprising indoor and outdoor arenas, several detached barns, stables, outbuildings and an extensive parking area. In addition, there are various offices, staff accommodation and an attached residential dwelling.

Site location and description

The property is located in Eccup which is a small village to the north of Alwoodley and to the east of Bramhope. Although surrounded by beautiful countryside and woodland the property is also conveniently sited for access to Leeds, Harrogate and York.

Bramhope Village centre provides a range of local amenities including shops, schools, a public house, sporting and leisure facilities.

Leeds Bradford International Airport providing business and leisure travel is within easy reach. The property is accessed via Swan Lane which is a small country lane. Woodland and open fields are to the north, west and south of the property whilst Lineham Farm is to the east.

  • Leeds City Centre approximately 7.5 miles distance
  • Bramhope Village Centre approximately 2.5 miles distance.
  • Leeds Bradford International Airport approximately 5.5 miles distance.
  • Otley Market Town approximately 6 miles distance.

Tenure

Freehold.

Fees

The purchaser is responsible for the sellers legal and surveyors fees amounting to 4% excluding VAT of the purchase price, plus additional fees as detailed within the legal pack.

Auction

The site is being marketed on our behalf by Pugh Auctioneers, bidding commences Tuesday 24 June.

Further information

To discuss the property further, please contact Pugh Auctioneers or call 0345 505 1200.

Property and land to let

Premises on Otley Chevin off Johnny Lane, Otley, LS21 3JL

We are inviting expressions of interest from parties who would be interested in operating a café from the subject premises by way of a lease agreement. Interested parties must be able to demonstrate previous experience of operating a food outlet and compliance with food hygiene regulations.

One storey stone building with wooden tables outside, situated in front of a wood

Property details and location

It is located on Otley Chevin at the end of Johnny Lane off Birdcage Walk. Vehicular access is very restricted, and the Council will not be granting any right for vehicular access and parking other than in connection with the servicing or maintenance of the building by a tenant.

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View the location on Google Maps.

Single storey stone built with pitched slate roof. It has previously been operated as a café but has been closed for over 5 years. There is an external seating area that can be made available under licence. There are toilets which are accessed from the outside of the property.

The property has a gas and electrical supply. Water is supplied from a nearby private water source with filtration equipment in the property. Please note that this is not a mains water supply.

Rent and lease length

A market rent will be payable. We would wish to grant a minimum of a 2 year lease.

Outgoings

A tenant will be responsible for the undertaking and cost of all works necessary to make the premises fit for use, including the toilets. Under a lease, the tenant would be responsible for the repair and maintenance of the entire building. In addition to rent and any business rates payable, the tenant will pay all utility costs and a contribution for the costs of the maintenance contract in respect of the private water supply.

Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)

The property has an Energy Performance Asset Rating of C.

Enquiries

All enquiries to Andrew Gledhill andrew.gledhill@leeds.gov.uk.

The closing date for this expression of interest is Tuesday 8 July.

Subject to contract

Important notice: These particulars do not constitute any offer or contract and although they are believed to be correct their accuracy cannot be guaranteed, and they are expressly excluded from any contract.

We have no current property or land to let.

Industrial units

Units are available at a number of estates around the city and for a wide range of uses, from office to workshop and light industrial.

Find out more and check the current availability of small industrial units to let on flexible terms.

Shops for small businesses

We manage shop properties throughout Leeds outside the city centre.

Find out more and check the current availability of shops for small businesses.

Leeds Kirkgate Market

Find information and availability for units in Leeds Kirkgate Market

Grazing and mowing land

We have land across Leeds available for grazing. There are also areas which we let for mowing, where you can apply for a licence to mow grass for hay or silage.

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