A ‘ghost town’ property has gone on sale for £5,000 – and it’s a loner’s paradise.
Homeowners looking to steer clear of nosey neighbours can now snap up a two-bedroom property for a bargain price.
The area used to boast a teaming mining community but it has now turned into a barren ghost town.
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And a terraced house in the once-thriving spot is heading to auction.
The property on Ninth Street, Horden, Durham, is in desperate need of a restoration.
But the overgrown garden and unfurnished rooms provide a fantastic project opportunity.
The home is kitted out with a bathroom, two bedrooms and an enclosed rear yard.
Horden Colliery coal mine first opened in 1904 and provided the area with huge job opportunities for decades.
Since its closure in 1987, the area has suffered a huge decline with streets of abandoned houses now up for sale.
Auction House is now hosting the sale of this home, as reported by Luxury Property News.
Bidding has been open since 14 July and the property has an estimated price range of £5,000 to £15,000.
A spokesperson for Auction House stated: “A traditionally constructed, mid terrace house offering a wealth of potential for the purchaser, with versatile accommodation throughout, along with double glazing and gas central heating, with a recently fitted combi boiler.
“The property is situated on Ninth Street, Horden, Peterlee, on the outskirts of Sunderland, within easy reach of the local amenities, including local rail station and the North East coast.
“Sunderland itself offers a wide range of both retail and leisure facilities, along with further access to the surrounding towns and Cities.
“The North East coast offers some fantastic sights and scenery, along with access to the popular coastal areas of Scarborough Whitby, Staithes, Seaham and Whitburn.”
