Woman buys Italian house for less than £1 - but is shocked to see what's inside

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Mereditch Tabbone was left flabbergasted after she purchased a home for just 80p- however, she soon discovered why. Tabbone bought the property in Sambuca di Sicilia, Italy, for around one euro after she seized the opportunity provided by the region's depopulation crisis, with abandoned houses slipping into decay, reports the Mirror.

Formerly bustling communities are now struggling to attract residents, leading to local authorities selling homes at extremely low prices, in a bid to reinvigorate the fading areas of Italy.And whilst these quaint villages are located amidst Italy's beautiful countryside, they often lack sufficient employment prospects, driving the younger Italian popularion towards urban areas.

Nonetheless, American Meredith took a risk on the property after she learned her ancestrial ties led back to Sambuca di Sicilia.Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today.You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland.No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team.All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in!If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'.We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners.

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