Residents in Cookham Dean, near Maidenhead in Berkshire, are up in arms after a landlord listed a garage for rent at a staggering £1,250 per month. Shockingly, this price does not even include the cost of bills. The so-called 'flat' is actually an old wooden garage with no proper bedroom and no door for sleepers.
No Bedroom, Slanted Ceilings, and a Bed Above the Kitchen
The one-bedroom garage lacks a designated bedroom and instead, the bed is placed in a nook in the main room, accessible only by a ladder above the kitchen. With slanted ceilings, tenants in the alcove won't even be able to stand up straight. The garage does have a kitchenette and a separate room with a toilet and shower, but strangely, no fridge is included, despite the listing stating that the room can be furnished.
High Rent and Additional Bills
Not only is the rent exorbitant, but prospective tenants can expect to pay an additional £250 in bills, bringing the total cost of the garage to a staggering £1,500 per month. The listing specifies that the property is only suitable for one person and does not allow pets, although it does come with two parking spaces.
Unusual Living Conditions and Resident Reactions
The garage still has its original doors and limited windows, making it a far cry from the typical living space. The landlord described the property as a "quirky, recently renovated studio" with high ceilings. However, many prospective renters were horrified by the conditions and the high rent. Some called the situation "dystopian" and others said it was enough to trigger a mental breakdown.
Comparison to London Rental Prices
While the £1,250 per month price tag may seem outrageous, it is still nearly half the price of a north London flat without a bedroom. In comparison, a one-bedroom space in north west London is available for just £450 per month. Although small and lacking in amenities, it does come with a bed and a kitchen.
Overall, residents in Cookham Dean are expressing their outrage at the high rent for such a subpar living space. The listing has sparked a debate about the cost of housing and the lengths some landlords will go to in order to maximize their profits.
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