One-bed flat near bustling Scots city centre on sale for just £27,000 – but there's a catch
BARGAIN BUY One-bed flat near bustling Scots city centre on sale for just £27,000 – but there's a catch
A ONE-bed flat near a Scots city centre has hit the market for just £27,000.
The home situated on Merkland Road, Aberdeen, is described as a "superb opportunity".
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A one-bed flat in Aberdeen has hit the market for just £27,000
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It comes with a spacious lounge, kitchen, bedroom, and bathroom
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The flat is in need of serious upgrading, which is reflected in the asking price
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The location also offers excellent transport links
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It comes with a spacious lounge, kitchen, bedroom, bathroom and entrance hallway.
The pad is located near local amenities such as shops, cafes, bars and restaurants as well as the city's Union Square shopping centre.
However, the flat is in need of serious upgrading, which is reflected in the asking price.
There is a huge hole in the ceiling of the kitchen, and stained wallpaper can be seen covering the interior walls.
Upon completion of works, the flat could be rented out for approximately £5,684 per year.
A description from Auction House Scotland reads: "Going under the hammer is this superb opportunity to acquire this first-floor one-bedroom flat on Merkland Road, Aberdeen.
"The accommodation is accessed by secure entry and comprises an entrance hallway which leads to a spacious lounge, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.
"The property will benefit from some works, but on completion would rent for £5,684 per annum as per local housing allowance rates. To ensure you do not miss out on this opportunity, early viewing is highly recommended."
It adds: "The property is conveniently located nearby all local amenities such as shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, the popular Union Square shopping centre is also not far.
"The University of Aberdeen is just a two-minute drive from the property. This location also offers excellent transport links from Aberdeen train station and road links to Edinburgh, Glasgow and beyond."
Inside colourful flat in seaside town featured on Scotland's Home of the Year
The flat will go under the hammer for £27,000 on Thursday, June 5 at 2pm.
To find out more, visit the Auction House Scotland website.
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