A former police station has gone up for sale at £180,000.
The Victorian era building has planning permission to be converted into seven apartments.
The blueprints also allow two houses and a bungalow to be built.
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The property, in Maryport, near Workington, Cumbria, is an empty shell on the inside.
But still has entrance ways to cells.
It spans 2,498 sq ft.
It closed down as a police station in 2014.
It’s being advertised by DGRE estate agents, based in Stockton-on-Tees, as reported by What’s The Jam.
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It is also being advertised on Rightmove.
The description says: “The former police station comprises a part single/part two storey Victorian era building constructed from red sandstone.
“The rejuvenation of this property with significant architectural and historic value will make a positive contribution to the area.
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“The property benefits from planning permission for the conversion of the former police station and court into seven, one-bed apartments.
“And the demolition of the stone store to erect one, one-bed bungalow and partial demolition of former stables to create two, two-bed houses.
The planning permission was approved in February last year.
The description also adds: “The property is located just off Maryport High Street, within 0.4 miles walk – 10 minutes – from Maryport railway station.
“Maryport is a coastal town situated North West of the Lake District National Park, well known for its harbour and historical significance.
“The town benefits from transport connections, located on A596 with direct access to Workington, Cockermouth and Carlisle.
“Maryport Train Station provides regular connections to Carlisle and the Cumbrian Coastline.
“The town benefits from many independent retailers, banks, supermarkets as well as traditional pubs and fish and chip shops.
“There are a number of good schools in the area, notably Maryport CE Primary, Ewanrigg Junior School and Netherhall School.
“Senhouse Roman Museum offers a glimpse into the area’s rich Roman history with Maryport Maritime Museum shining a light on the town’s seafaring past.”
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