During a recent visit to one of London’s most affordable properties, a man found himself overwhelmed by the unpleasant odor lingering in the air. David Burnip, popularly known as the “Wandering Turnip” on YouTube, expressed astonishment after attending a viewing of a £500,000 property in Lee.
The estate agent described the 11-bedroom property as needing a comprehensive renovation but acknowledged its potential for development. However, David was surprised to discover ceiling holes and deceased pigeons inside the property, describing each floor as progressively worse as he ascended.
In a video, David exclaimed, “I explored every corner, delved into the heart of darkness, and was utterly amazed. I have never seen a London house in such a deplorable state. I’ve seen worse properties up north, but they were priced at five to ten thousand pounds, not half a million.”
He went on to mention, “While the property boasts multiple floors, the condition deteriorates as you move upward. It’s like a reverse of Dante’s Inferno.” Upon reaching the upper levels, David encountered pigeons that had made themselves at home, both dead and alive, creating a surreal spectacle.
Commenting on the property’s garden, David speculated that refurbishing it could significantly enhance the property’s value. Despite acknowledging the property’s potential, he expressed dismay at its £500,000 auction guide price, nearly double the national average.
After being sold for £661,000, David expressed disbelief, stating, “Can you believe it? That’s absolutely insane. I wonder if the buyer even visited the property or just relied on pictures, thinking it couldn’t be that bad. Well, it is, and you’ve just spent over 661 grand on it.”
Viewers on YouTube suggested that the buyer may have invested in the property for its land value. In separate viewings, David explored a £2 million property requiring three separate council tax payments and a phone box valued at around £10,000, which remained unsold at auction.