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30.11.2023 - 12:33 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
A house in Greater Manchester has come on the property market for a mere £55,000 but it comes with a warning from estate agents. The two-bed terraced home will go up for auction next month, but there are a few things that interested buyers need to know before they place a bid.
The house has been listed for sale on Zoopla and is found in the Hollins area of Oldham. But due to its derelict state, the property is too dangerous for in-person viewings. Auction House Manchester warn that the house cannot be accessed for viewings before bidding, right up until completion.
This means that any prospective bidders will only be able to catch a glimpse of the home from the photos and information provided by the auction house. The images advertised show the house is severely run down, with peeling floors, stained walls and signs of mould and damp.
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If you can look past its dilapidated state, the house could have potential for anyone looking to take on a big renovation project. The house comes with two reception rooms, two bedrooms and one bathroom.
On the ground floor the layout consists of a entrance hallway leading to a living room on your right. At the end of the hall there is a dining room which then leads into the kitchen. Upstairs there is a landing with the master bedroom to the left, a second bedroom to the right and a family bathroom.
The Zoopla listing reads: "Two bedroom terraced property in need of renovation located in the established residential area of Hollins, close to local shops and schools.
"Internal accommodation comprises an entrance hall, lounge,
Going for a Boxing Day walk is an annual tradition for many. It’s a chance to walk off all those mince pies and blow the cobwebs away.
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