Getting your first foot on the housing ladder can be tough.
If saving up money for a deposit wasn’t hard enough, you then have to find the perfect property WITHIN your budget.
And if your budget will only stretch to £80,000 it might feel like a pretty impossible task, right?
Lucky for you, we’ve found a solution to endlessly scrolling through Rightmove for affordable homes.
Two words, property auction. At auction, you can bag a home for as little as 40k if you play your cards right.
This auction we have a range of fantastic residential and commercial properties going under the gavel, which you can view here.
Although you’ll need to do a bit of research on the auction buying process before you go waving your bidding paddle in the air – it’s well worth it.
If you think we’re having you on, we’ve handpicked a selection of homes you can buy at our next auction for £80k or less.
From houses close to great transport links to ready to move into properties, here are our 6 top homes you can buy in Greater Manchester now.
If you’re looking for a house that’s simply ready to move into, this lovely end-terrace property in Oldham might catch your eye.
After recently undergoing a complete refurbishment, this beautiful home now offers contemporary fittings and stylish décor.
The ground floor features a lounge, modern fitted kitchen and WC whilst the top floor has two bedrooms and a modern bathroom.
If a back garden is on your list of must-haves, this property has an enclosed courtyard to the rear.
In terms of location, it’s situated on a quiet cul-de-sac just a few minutes from Oldham’s busy town centre.
From the Metrolink offering direct transport in the centre of Manchester to the fantastic shops, Oldham has a lot to offer.
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If you’re searching for a property that’s a little more central to Manchester city centre, this two-bedroom house in Gorton might be ideal.
This end-terrace house is located in a popular residential area of Gorton within walking distance of great amenities.
If you commute into the Manchester city centre for work, it’s just a short 16-minute drive into the city from this property.
Not a big fan of driving into town? No problem!
There’s a direct bus into the city that takes around 30 minutes, or if you cycle, it’s just a quick 20 minute peddle.
Inside the house, there’s a lounge/diner & kitchen on the ground floor and two good sized bedrooms and a bathroom on the first floor.
Now, this property is in need of some TLC but it’s nothing a bit of DIY and elbow grease can’t fix.
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If the location’s right and you fancy a project – this one’s for you.
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Looking for a home you could unpack your bags and move straight into on the outskirts of Greater Manchester?
Then we’ve got just the property for you!
This fantastic two-bedroom end terrace house in Bolton has been completely refurbished and now offers modern, beautifully decorated accommodation.
Downstairs, it has a lounge and modern fitted kitchen. Upstairs features a contemporary bathroom and two good sized bedrooms.
If parking is a big must-have, this property has enough space for two cars – perfect for couples or small families!
It also has a garden to the rear – so you’re partial to a bit of alfresco dining, you can tick that off your list too.
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If you’re looking for a property project for your first home, this fixer-upper in Leigh might pique your interest.
This two-bedroom cottage-style property does need a bit of cosmetic work but can easily be made-over into the perfect, modern home.
The ground floor features a lounge, dining kitchen whilst the top floor has two bedrooms and a bathroom.
Outside, there’s a small garden to the front and a yard to the rear.
It has a great location close to the centre of Leigh which has a range of great shops, leisure attractions and transport links.
Leigh is just over a half an hour drive from Manchester, Liverpool, and Salford Quays.
So if you don’t mind a short, 30-minute commute this two-bedroom property could be a perfect fit.
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If you want to escape the hustle and bustle of city centre living without having to live right out in the sticks, this next property’s for you!
This three-bedroom stone cottage has a lovely village location in Mossley. This Tameside town is surrounded by green open spaces, perfect for those long Sunday morning walks.
However, it’s only a short 15-minute drive into the centre of Ashton-under-Lyne which has a variety of shopping outlets.
If you’re not a big fan of driving, the train station is just a short walk away from this property. This offers direct transport to Stalybridge, Hull and Manchester city centre (which takes just 21 minutes).
With this home, you really do get the best of both worlds – but it is in need of a bit of updating.
The décors a little dated, however, this presents the perfect opportunity for you to put your own stamp on your first home.
Inside, there’s a lounge, dining kitchen and two large cellars downstairs. Upstairs, there are three bedrooms, a large loft room and a shower room – so you actually get quite a lot of space for your money.
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Next up, we’ve got another larger than average terraced home on offer in Wigan for just £35k!
With two reception rooms, a kitchen and three good sized bedrooms – it’s pretty big, so you’re getting really good value for your money!
It also has a porch, bathroom and rear garden, so does tick a lot of boxes.
Although the décor is a little outdated, you could move straight into this end-terraced home.
It’s a great opportunity to get your DIY on and make your first home your own.
In terms of location, it’s positioned just a stone’s throw from the Leeds-Liverpool Canal.
The canal boasts picturesque walks along its towpaths through Wigan’s numerous flashes (such as Scotman’s Flash & Horrock’s Flash) which lie just 1.5 – 2 miles away.
It’s within easy reach of shops, pubs & amenities and is also close to Wigan town centre too.
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If you’d like to view all 80+ properties going under the gavel this July, click here.
Want to speak to one of our experts about buying at auction? Call 0161 443 4740 or email [email protected].
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