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A family name Ohio has trusted since 1968

Founded by Larry G. Standen and carried on today by his son Mark A. Standen — professional, licensed, and proven to deliver results for over 40 years.

Meet the Auctioneer

Mark A. Standen — Owner & Auctioneer

Standen Auctions LLC was founded in 1968 by Larry G. Standen and is proudly continued today by his son, owner and auctioneer Mark A. Standen — licensed and bonded in favor of the State of Ohio since 1994. With over 40 years in the family trade, Mark has built his career on one simple promise: help every client get the highest bids, every time.

Mark's deep roots in Elyria and Lorain County give Standen Auctions an edge no outside firm can match, and our family is glad to travel across Ohio for the right auction. Guided by Christian values and old-fashioned hard work, we handle the entire process from start to finish — because one call sells it all.

Licensed · Bonded · Certified · Experienced Since 1994
What Drives Us

Built on faith, family & proven results

At Standen Auctions, your success is our priority. Every auction we run is guided by the values our family was raised on.

Christian Values

A family business guided by faith, honesty and treating every client the way we would want to be treated.

Family Owned

Two generations, one family business — from father Larry to son Mark, run the same honest way since 1968.

Proven Results

Over 40 years of experience and a track record of maximum returns. We consistently deliver proven results for every auction.

Community

A local, family-owned business that understands Ohio and treats every client like a neighbor — because they are.

Our Legacy

Decades of experience & trust

'68

Larry Founds the Business

Larry G. Standen starts the family auction tradition of honest, professional service in Ohio.

'94

Mark Licensed & Bonded

Son Mark A. Standen becomes a fully licensed auctioneer, bonded in favor of the State of Ohio.

40+

Years in the Trade

Four decades of estates, farm & equipment, automobiles, guns, coins and collectibles across Ohio.

Now

Mark Carries It On

Mark now owns and runs the family business, ready to turn your items into winning bids.

The Standen Difference

A family business, not a franchise

Standen Auctions LLC has been family owned and operated for over 40 years. Larry G. Standen founded the business in 1968, and today it's proudly run by his son, licensed auctioneer Mark A. Standen. We're licensed and bonded in favor of the State of Ohio, and we still believe in the same old-fashioned values Larry started with: honesty, hard work, and treating people right.

One call sells it all. We handle the entire process for estates, farm & equipment, automobiles, business liquidations, guns, coins and any other collectibles — from the first appraisal to the final settlement — so you never have to juggle multiple companies or middlemen. Whether you call or email Mark directly, you'll always talk to family, not a call center.

Residents of Amherst, Elyria and beyond trust Standen Auctions to conduct transparent and competitive auctions, and we're glad to travel across Ohio for the right sale. With decades of experience, we consistently achieve proven results — helping sellers get the best possible outcome and buyers find unique treasures.

Whether you're searching for an auctioneer in Elyria, auctions in Amherst Ohio, or an Ohio auctioneer for a farm, estate, gun collection or automobile sale, Standen Auctions is your trusted partner. Reach out today at 440-452-4784 for your free consultation.

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Call for your free consultation and see why Ohio trusts Standen Auctions. We vow to help you get the highest bids every time.