THIS one-bedroom flat in Dorset is on the market for a bargain £60,000. 

Available for sale through auction, this one-bedroom flat is on the market for Town and Country Property Auctions Dorset.

Generally you can get a very good bargain when buying a house through auction, but there are pitfalls so you must make sure to do your research before you start bidding.

A potential investment property, this flat is in need of complete refurbishment and will need to be completely gutted inside.

The property is currently in vacant possession and the seller would consider a pre-auction offer, prior to the auction date of December 17.

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This first floor flat has one double bedroom, a lounge and separate kitchen plus one bathroom.

The property will require a new kitchen, bathroom, and potentially some interior walls to be remodelled.

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A spokesperson for Town and County Property Auctions said: "The property is positioned in the centre of Bournemouth with immediate access to the Triangle and less than 10 min walk to the beach. 

"The property is in need of complete refurbishment throughout but benefits from a separate kitchen, bathroom, lounge/ dining room area and double bedroom. 

"We feel the property is an ideal project with a high rental potential of up to £700 per calendar month."

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The property guide price is £60,000 upwards.

The guide price quoted must not be relied upon by prospective purchasers as a valuation or assessment of the value of the property.

Instead it is intended to provide purchasers with an indication of the region at which the reserve may be set at the time of going to press.

To find out more information visit Rightmove.