House-hunters looking for a prospective bargain on the market could do a lot worse than a two-bed home in Glenrothes on the market for £40,000. The terraced villa, on Alexander Road in the Fife town, is described as having "excellent potential in a popular residential setting".
It is well placed, with local amenities like the Kingdom Shopping Centre, a primary school and the local bus station all within walking distance. It all sounds very lucrative, and has the makings of a proper steal. There's just one catch - the house is covered in rubbish.
Auction House Scotland has shared images of the cut-price homestead online before it goes to auction next week. From the outside, the tan-coloured terrace looks perfectly ordinary but heading inside reveals that it is in need of some serious TLC.
The reception hall is covered in old newspapers, boxes and plant pots, and access to the fully fitted kitchen - including appliances - is somewhat limited by the presence of a sea of bin bags and litter.
The front of the house boasts a large lounge and dining room with windows at both the front and side - at present lined with black bags and a sea of beer cans.
Upstairs boasts two bedrooms and a bathroom - but plans to take a dip in the bath will be delayed on account of the boxes and general detritus currently occupying the tub.
Auctioneers have even shared a video walkthrough on the property's online listing, with images of the rubbish-strewn living room, kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms set to upbeat music. The auction house concedes that the house will need "a complete refurbishment" - hence the bargain price tag.
With that in mind, it could be an ideal first home or well-priced move for someone handy with a set of tools - or the budget to call in some outside help.
The house is being offered for sale with a guide price of £39,999 at an auction on Friday, September 2, at the Radisson Red hotel in Glasgow, with an open viewing taking place on Thursday, September 1, from 1pm to 1.30pm.
Mandi Cooper, managing director of Auction House Scotland said: “With a guide price of £39,999, this property has already been attracting a lot of attention ahead of our September auction.
"Although requiring a complete refurbishment, it has excellent potential for a first-time buyer, investor or for those looking for a family home.”
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