A fire ravaged three-bed house in Oxford that needs a complete rebuild and can be viewed by potential buyers at their ‘own risk’ has gone on sale for just £50,000.
Cowley’s Watlington Road terraced home has been sold for an insignificant sum. It was destroyed in flames in February.
Potential buyers are now able to buy what is being called the ‘ultimate fixerupper’, which would require a full rebuild 10 months after the devastating fire.
The cost of repairs could run into the hundreds of thousands, as buyers were warned. This property is far and away the most expensive on Oxford’s market. However, the house does not come with a roof. The home is also boarded-up.
The house caught fire earlier in the year, killing Martin Patten (77) and Jolly, his dog.
This fire ravaged three-bed house in Oxford that needs a complete rebuild and can be viewed by potential buyers at their ‘own risk’ has gone on sale for just £50,000
This property is the most affordable on Oxford’s market, but it does not have a roof and is boarded up. It also needs a lot more work.
Cowley homeowner Martin Patten and his dog died when their terraced house in Watlington Street, Cowley was torched.
Mchugh and Co. lists the listing. It warns prospective buyers they are viewing the house at their own risk due to its current condition.
Mchugh and Co lists the property, warning potential buyers to view it at their own risk due to its condition.
This terraced home with 2 floors can be found near Berry Close. It is close to shops and transportation.
The first floor has three bedrooms, a bathroom, and the second floor features a reception area and a kitchen. There is also a back and front garden.
After the fire, family friend Lynne Berry, set out on a mission to raise £35,000 to help rebuild the home which is ‘barely a shell’ after it emerged Mr Patten’s home insurance had lapsed before the tragedy.
Ten months following the terrible fire, buyers now have the chance to buy what is being called the ‘ultimate fixerupper’. This would require a full rebuild.
There are three bedrooms on the first floor and one bathroom. On the ground floor, there’s a reception area and a kitchen. A front and back yard are also available.
But the fundraiser, which had raised nearly £700, was cancelled after Patten’s daughter Fiona received online abuse.
Ms Berry said at the time: ‘Unfortunately the world contains some very ugly people and Fiona has asked that I delete this campaign due to trolling.
It seems like it is a common saying in our day. Growing up, I was taught that if you don’t have any nice words to say, then stop speaking. I’ll do what Fiona asked, but it will be with sadness or disappointment.
“I request refunds from all donors. This campaign will remain active until I am notified of the refunds. If anyone shared this link on social media please delete.
This house will be up for sale on Thursday, Dec 2.