Blacked-out terraced house goes to auction and buyer will have big choice to make – Daily Star
It’s always the homes you least expect, although that might not entirely be the case here. One an unsuspecting street in Scotland’s Broxburn, West Lothian, is a house with a dark painted exterior hinting at what awaits visitors inside with its. The property’s contrast in colour to its neighbours only adds to the drama.
The UK’s ‘darkest ever’ house is up for auction – with entirely black exterior, ceilings and kitchen. The unique property in , has an eye-catching theme – black.
It has fully black exterior walls as well as a black front door, black fencing and black decking with a black shed in the back garden.
The stairs, floors, as well as most of the ceilings and walls are black too. Even the kitchen fridge and bathroom are the same shade.
Dark purple accents in the form of curtains, feature walls and sofa cushions, offer the only variation on the otherwise black décor. As such it’s definitely a firm contender for the title of the ‘UK’s darkest home’.
The listing for the three-bedroom semi-detached home describes “a spacious living area, and roomy kitchen” as well as “additional storage with a good-sized shed and large garage”.
The uniquely furnished property could be yours as it’s available for auction through Prime Property Auctions. With a guide price of £195,000, the agency is taking offers on the unique home – with the deadline at for 5pm on Thursday, January 15.
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Neighbouring properties without the unusual interior design recently sold for £245,000, £270,000 and £276.622 respectively. Only time will tell if black walls drive up the price or do the opposite.
According to Prime Property Auctioneers, the house offers Fantastic Capital growth potential for homeowners looking for an excellent new home or shrewd investors looking for an easily lettable property in a sought after location.
For rental purposes, the property could attract a monthly rent of £1,200 – £1,300 per month (£14,400 – £15,600 p/a). This would provide an excellent 7-8% gross yield if achieved for guide price of £195,000, according to the auction site.
The lucky bidder will find themselves with a house near a whole host of local amenities including supermarkets, local restraunts as well as local schools & easy access to public transport nearby.
The house is situated just a short 9 minutes drive into the popular location of Livingston
The property comprises a spacious living area, and roomy kitchen, along with three generous double bedrooms.
Broxburn, Scotland, is an ideal place to call home, offering a perfect blend of small-town charm and convenient city access, the auctioneers say. Located just a short commute from Edinburgh, it provides a peaceful lifestyle while being close to local amenities.
Residents can apparently enjoy a strong sense of community, with local parks, schools, and shops enhancing the neighbourhood. The surrounding areas are rich in natural beauty, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts. With its affordable housing and excellent transport links.
The property includes a modern bathroom and a separate shower room, plus a large garden perfect for outdoor activities
