Outrageous! Would you pay $350 a week to rent this backyard shed?
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The absurdity of the current housing market never ceases to amaze us here at the SDC! Our latest eyebrow-raising find? A 'renovated' backyard shed in Croyden is listed for a weekly rent of $350.
Yes, you heard us right, and we are just as taken aback as you are.
The landlord boldly advertises the run-down space as a liveable 'bungalow'.
Unfortunately for him, this modest 'renovation' seemed less charming than advertised to prospective renters, with many voicing their outrage on social media.
The images of the house show a grimy bathroom that looked like it came straight out of a horror movie and would need more than a simple scrub to become usable.
The 'renovated' shed also features a shared laundry facility and a not-so-delightful common kitchen area, which, ironically, is the most spruced-up part of this 'deal'.
The listing also boasts that this area has 'all cooking amenities if need be', to which we wonder, would these amenities include a magic wand to transform the space into a normal kitchen? We can't help but chuckle!
However, the section that has blown people's minds is the unbelievable audacity of the landlord expecting two tenants to share this space, despite it being too small to comfortably fit even a single occupant.
Among the many stunned reactions online, one incredulous user quipped, '$350/week for half of someone's backyard asbestos shed. Quick, everyone! This dream home won't last long.’
It seems sarcasm is a coping mechanism for many in these scenarios!
Another added sarcastically, 'Mmmm. I can just smell the mould from here.'
Regrettably, these outlandish scenarios are not as rare as one would hope. With real estate market trends showing an alarming incline in home prices over the past decade, stories like these have become a part of our social fabric.
Twenty years ago, $350 would have gotten you a decent-sized home in a nice suburb.
Fast forward to now, and it only affords you a shabby-looking, minuscule backyard shed. If that isn’t a stark reminder of the escalating prices in our housing market, we don't know what is!
The rising crisis in housing has paved the way for some enterprising landlords, seemingly comfortable with pushing the boundaries of what’s considered 'liveable'.
But the seriousness of this issue cannot be ignored.
For our dear members manoeuvring this puzzling property landscape, we have a few suggestions that might come in handy.
Always scrutinise rental listings and keep an eye out for scams. The old adage 'If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!' is still pretty relevant, especially when it comes to house hunting.
In the world of real estate, knowledge is indeed power. So, arm yourself with reliable stats, advice and even professional help, if necessary. You deserve a comfortable and safe home, not a makeshift living situation.
So, we wish all our members the best for their house-hunting journeys. May you find comfortable, decent accommodation that won't require you to go digging for a magic wand in the kitchen!
In light of this, we’re curious: Have you come across any outrageous rental listings lately? What are your thoughts on these eyebrow-raising situations in the real estate world?
Yes, you heard us right, and we are just as taken aback as you are.
The landlord boldly advertises the run-down space as a liveable 'bungalow'.
Social media is buzzing with criticism over the advertisement of a rundown backyard shed being falsely labelled as a 'bungalow' and offered for rent at $350 per week. Source: Facebook
Unfortunately for him, this modest 'renovation' seemed less charming than advertised to prospective renters, with many voicing their outrage on social media.
The images of the house show a grimy bathroom that looked like it came straight out of a horror movie and would need more than a simple scrub to become usable.
The 'renovated' shed also features a shared laundry facility and a not-so-delightful common kitchen area, which, ironically, is the most spruced-up part of this 'deal'.
The listing also boasts that this area has 'all cooking amenities if need be', to which we wonder, would these amenities include a magic wand to transform the space into a normal kitchen? We can't help but chuckle!
However, the section that has blown people's minds is the unbelievable audacity of the landlord expecting two tenants to share this space, despite it being too small to comfortably fit even a single occupant.
Among the many stunned reactions online, one incredulous user quipped, '$350/week for half of someone's backyard asbestos shed. Quick, everyone! This dream home won't last long.’
It seems sarcasm is a coping mechanism for many in these scenarios!
Another added sarcastically, 'Mmmm. I can just smell the mould from here.'
Regrettably, these outlandish scenarios are not as rare as one would hope. With real estate market trends showing an alarming incline in home prices over the past decade, stories like these have become a part of our social fabric.
According to the advertisement, the kitchen area seems to be the most improved aspect of the rental property, with the listing claiming to provide ‘all cooking amenities’. Source: Facebook
Twenty years ago, $350 would have gotten you a decent-sized home in a nice suburb.
Fast forward to now, and it only affords you a shabby-looking, minuscule backyard shed. If that isn’t a stark reminder of the escalating prices in our housing market, we don't know what is!
The rising crisis in housing has paved the way for some enterprising landlords, seemingly comfortable with pushing the boundaries of what’s considered 'liveable'.
But the seriousness of this issue cannot be ignored.
For our dear members manoeuvring this puzzling property landscape, we have a few suggestions that might come in handy.
Always scrutinise rental listings and keep an eye out for scams. The old adage 'If it sounds too good to be true, it probably is!' is still pretty relevant, especially when it comes to house hunting.
In the world of real estate, knowledge is indeed power. So, arm yourself with reliable stats, advice and even professional help, if necessary. You deserve a comfortable and safe home, not a makeshift living situation.
So, we wish all our members the best for their house-hunting journeys. May you find comfortable, decent accommodation that won't require you to go digging for a magic wand in the kitchen!
In light of this, we’re curious: Have you come across any outrageous rental listings lately? What are your thoughts on these eyebrow-raising situations in the real estate world?
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