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Bargain Property Alert: Land Available for Just £50, But There’s a Twist

Budget-conscious house hunters have the chance to secure a plot of land for a mere £50, with one significant stipulation: they must take on the task of constructing the house…

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Bargain Property Alert: Land Available for Just £50, But There’s a Twist
Fig. 1 · Story from Jam Press (House With Catch)Pictured: An artists impression of what the plot of land could look like with a house built on it.Skint homehunters can snap up a house for just £50...but there is a catchSkint homehunters can snap up a house for just £50, but there is a catch…they have to build it.The barren patch is sandwiched between semi-detached houses.It is going up for auction with a ridiculously low guide price.It is just £2 and 2p more than the price of two large pizzas from Domino’s - that are up to £23.99 each.The empty plot is located in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, and it will be sold by Auction House and advertised on Rightmove.It used to have an actual home on it, but it was demolished after a fire.It creates a perfect opportunity for a prospective home buyer to get on the property ladder amid the cost of living crisis.The description reads: “Parcel of land formerly 184 Hasting Street for development subject to planning permission.“184 Hastings Street was demolished following a fire and the cleared and level site makes an ideal self build opportunity, subject to planning permission.However, there are some additional fees associated with the property.An admin fee of £1,200 including VAT and a buyer’s premium fee of a further £1,200, both of which are payable upon exchange of contracts.The average house on the street cost £55,917 in the past year.The auction takes place on 29 January.ENDS

Budget-conscious house hunters have the chance to secure a plot of land for a mere £50, with one significant stipulation: they must take on the task of constructing the house themselves.

This vacant lot, nestled between two semi-detached homes, is set to be auctioned with an exceptionally low starting price.

The guide price is barely more than the cost of two large Domino’s pizzas, priced at up to £23.99 each, by just £2 and 2p.

Situated in Sunderland, Tyne and Wear, the plot will be offered by Auction House and listed on Rightmove.

Previously, the site housed a building that was taken down following a fire incident.

This presents an ideal chance for individuals aiming to climb the property ladder, especially during the ongoing cost of living challenges.

The listing details: “Land previously known as 184 Hasting Street available for development, pending planning consent.

“After the demolition of 184 Hastings Street due to a fire, the now cleared and flat parcel of land offers a prime self-build prospect, awaiting planning approval.

Nonetheless, potential buyers should be aware of additional costs tied to the purchase.

An administrative fee of £1,200, inclusive of VAT, and a buyer’s premium of another £1,200 are required at the contract exchange stage.

Over the last year, the average property value on this street was recorded at £55,917.

The auction is scheduled for the 29th of January.

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