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

Land at Holtdale Approach, Holtdale Place, Leeds, LS16 7RH

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Details

  • Leeds City Council is offering for sale by online auction an opportunity to acquire a freehold development site comprising a roughly rectangular and largely level parcel of grassland. The site is allocated for housing within the adopted local plan and presents a strong development opportunity for developers to propose a scheme for planning permission.
  • Site area approximately 0.98 acres (0.4 ha).
  • For sale by auction. Bidding commences on Tuesday 24 February 2026 and closes on Wednesday 25 February 2026

Tenure

The property is sold freehold.

Fees

The purchaser will be expected to contribute to the council’s costs based on 4% of the purchase price.

Further information

View more information on land at Holtdale Approach on BTG Eddisons Property Auctions, alternatively call 0345 505 1200.

Otley Cemetery Lodge, Pool Road, Otley, LS21 1HL

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Details

  • Rare opportunity to acquire this imposing cemetery lodge
  • Arranged over 2 storeys, the site comprises 2 reception rooms and kitchen to the ground floor, with 3 bedrooms and bathroom to the first floor. The property also benefits from garden space with room for private parking and a garage. The lodge requires modernisation and would make a fantastic project for an investor or developer
  • The property is sold with vacant possession
  • For sale by auction. Bidding commences on Tuesday 24 February 2026 and closes on Wednesday 25 February 2026

Tenure

The property is sold freehold.

Fees

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

Further information

View more information on Otley Cemetery Lodge BTG Eddisons Property Auctions.

Abbey Lodge and Depot, Morris Lane, Kirkstall, LS5 3EH

View of Abbey Lodge, a three-storey Tudor-style property, with trees to either side and pavement in front

Details

  • Rare opportunity to acquire this this 0.63 acre (0.26 hectare) site with historic lodge and further development potential
  • The lodge offers accommodation over 3 storeys and extends to approximately 2,029 sq ft (188 sq m)
  • The property is sold with vacant possession
  • For sale by auction. Bidding commences on Tuesday 24 February 2026 and closes on Wednesday 25 February 2026

Tenure

The property is sold freehold.

Fees

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

Further information

View more information on Abbey Lodge and Depot BTG Eddisons Property Auctions.

Development land at Roundhay Road, LS7 3AJ

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Details

  • Potential development comprising a 0.25 hectares (0.62 acres) near-rectangular plot located in a light industrial/retail area
  • This freehold plot comprises open grassland and sits within an area allocated as mixed-use in the Leeds Site Allocations Plan
  • For sale by auction. Bidding commences on Tuesday 24 February 2026 and closes on Wednesday 25 February 2026

Tenure

The property is sold freehold.

Fees

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

Further information

View more information on development land Roundhay Road BTG Eddisons Property Auctions.

Former Hollybush Children's Centre, Broad Lane, Leeds, LS13 2JJ

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Details

  • Leeds City Council is offering for sale by online auction a unique opportunity to purchase a former children's centre in Bramley. The site may be suitable for redevelopment/change of use, subject to planning.
  • Site area approximately 0.31 acres (0.13 ha).
  • For sale by online auction. Bidding commences on Tuesday 24 February 2026 and closes on Wednesday 25 February 2026.

Tenure

Freehold for sale via auction.

Fees

The purchaser will be expected to contribute to the council’s costs based on 4% of the purchase price.

Further information

View more information on the former Hollybush Childrens Centre BTG Eddisons Property Auctions or call 0345 505 1200.

Land adjacent to 11 Pit Field Road, Carlton, Wakefield, WF3 3QZ 

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Details

  • Leeds City Council is offering for sale by online auction a freehold parcel of land with exciting potential for residential development (subject to planning consent).
  • The site extends to approximately 0.35 acres (0.14 hectares) and is broadly rectangular in shape and occupies a great position between existing terraced homes on Pit Field Road, in the desirable village of Carlton. The land backs onto open countryside to the south, enjoying rural views over adjoining fields.
  • The property is being marketed on behalf of the council by public auction with Pugh Auctioneers – contact details below.
  • For Sale By Online Auction: Bidding commences on Tuesday 24 February 2026 and closes on Wednesday 25 February 2026

Tenure

The property is sold 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.

Further information

View more information on land adjacent to 11 Pit Field Road BTG Eddisons Property Auctions or call 0345 505 1200.

Former Gipton South Children’s Centre, Coldcotes Grove, LS9 6QJ

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Details

  • Opportunity to purchase this well presented and substantial former children’s centre with associated gardens
  • The site extends to approximately 0.29 acres (0.12 hectares). The single-storey building provides approximately 2,436 sq ft (226 sq m) of accommodation and includes reception and playrooms, staff areas, toilets and ancillary space
  • The property is sold with vacant possession
  • For sale by auction. Bidding commences on Tuesday 24 February 2026 and closes on Wednesday 25 February 2026

Tenure

The property is sold freehold.

Fees

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

Further information

View more information on former Gipton South Children's Centre at BTG Eddisons Property Auctions.

Development Land at Hammond Hall, Elmete Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire LS8 2SJ


Details

  • A freehold parcel of land extending to approximately 0.19 hectares (0.5 acres) and sold with vacant possession. The plot comprises a parcel of grassland situated adjacent to the impressive 19th-century Elmete Hall in Roundhay. The land offers clear potential for a variety of development opportunities, subject to the necessary planning consents.
  • The plot benefits from access rights over the access road to the north-west which connects directly to Elmete Lane, which in turn provides convenient links south into Roundhay and onward towards Leeds.
  • For sale by auction on 24 March 2026

Tenure

The property is sold freehold.

Fees

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

Further information

View more information on the development Land at Hammond Hall at BTG Eddisons Property Auctions or call 0345 505 1200.

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

Freehold and sold with vacant possession on completion.

Photograph of the main stone building set in leafy surrounds

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 Weatherall.

View site details on the Sanderson Weatherall website.

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

Property and land to let

Units 1 and 2 Killingbeck Court, York Road, Leeds, LS11 6FD  

Photograph of the front of Units 1 and 2 Killingbeck Court showing a 2 storey detached office block with parking area and trees to boundaries of plot

Suites from 2,500 to 10,064 sq ft with parking.

All enquiries – Please contact the council’s appointed letting agent:

AWS Chartered Surveyors – Nick Arundel 

Phone: 0113 235 1362   

Email: nick@awsltd.co.uk

Find the letting details on AWS - Independent Surveyors & Property Consultants website

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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