Now is a great time to get on the property market, as house prices are plummeting and lockdown restrictions are easing.

Luckily, there are some bargain properties right on your doorsteps.

Here are the five cheapest Durham properties on Zoopla.

Framwellgate Moor

£59,950

The Northern Echo: Framwellgate Moor (Photo: Zoopla)Framwellgate Moor (Photo: Zoopla)

This two bed mobile home is currently the cheapest property to buy in Durham.

It is surprisingly spacious inside and all windows are double glazed.

Owners can look forward to their own private garden and off street parking.

Contact the property’s estate agent to learn more.

Cuthbert Avenue

£60,000
The Northern Echo: Cuthbert Avenue (Photo: Zoopla)Cuthbert Avenue (Photo: Zoopla)

Located in a cul-de-sac, this one bedroom semi-detached bungalow is ideal those who want to live in a quiet neighbourhood

The rear garden is a unique selling point of this property.

Bamburgh Road

£63,000
The Northern Echo: Bamburgh Road (Photo: Zoopla)Bamburgh Road (Photo: Zoopla)

This is the ideal property for investors, which is currently tenanted for £330 per month.

It is described as a “well presented property” with an external communal garden.

Contact the property’s agent to learn more.

Mill House Court

£64,950
The Northern Echo: Mill house Court (Photo: Zoopla)Mill house Court (Photo: Zoopla)

Ideally located near local amenities and well-regarded schools, this property is perfect for first time buyers and property investors.

It has one bedroom, one bathroom and a garage big enough for one car.

Learn more by contacting the property agent.

Bamburgh Road

£64,995
The Northern Echo: Bamburgh Road (Photo:Zoopla)Bamburgh Road (Photo:Zoopla)

This is another property on Bamburgh Road.

It has one bedroom, a dining room, a communal garden and garage space.

It was initially listed on Zoopla for £67,995- now it is £3000 less

You can learn more by emailing the property’s agent.