Tiny granny flat in Brisbane’s Bardon criticized after going on the market for $350 a week
Tiny granny condo hits the market for $350 a week – with frustrated tenants comparing it to a ‘barn’ and ‘hut house’
- Brisbane granny flat on the market for $350/week
- Many have criticized the small unit
A renovated granny flat that has hit the market for $350 a week has angered many renters who have likened the house to a children’s cottage.
The small studio-style unit on Coopers Camp Road, in Bardon, northwest of Brisbane’s CBD, is listed as one bedroom, one bathroom and one car space.
But the house looks like a refurbished shed in someone’s backyard.
Photos on the listing show the tiny unit is barely big enough for one person, with a bed just feet away from the kitchen.
There is also a desk with a chair and a dining table in the room, with a bathroom at the back, but very limited storage space.
The listing describes the unit as having a “spacious open layout,” a “well-appointed updated kitchen,” and “easy-maintenance floors.”
The small studio-style unit on Coopers Camp Road, in Bardon, northwest of Brisbane’s CBD, is listed as one bedroom, one bathroom and one car space
Listing photos show the tiny unit is barely big enough for one person, with a bed just feet away from the kitchen
The property listing describes it as a ‘charming abode’
“This charming property has been recently updated and is the perfect place to call home,” reads the listing on realestate.com.
‘This property is just a short trip to town, conveniently located close to shopping, local parks and a short walk from public transportation.
‘Your new home will be located on a highly desirable blue chip street, surrounded by beautiful residences, close to parks, playgrounds, walking and cycling paths.’
It also says that water is included in the weekly rental.
The property has received mixed reactions online after a link to the ad was shared by campaigner Emily Mayo.
“It’s an old-fashioned renovated barn,” Mrs. Mayo said bluntly.
‘And all the references to schools and playgrounds are interesting – how could you live here with children? Or are you supposed to install one yourself?!’
Some social media commentators described the housing listing as ‘a box’
The list sparked discussion on social media on Saturday
Some Twitter users describe the device as ‘depressing’.
“I love how they ended ‘including water’ with an exclamation mark in an attempt to soften the blow,” said one commenter.
‘Uh, yes. I mean, nice reno, but it’s a barn,’ said another
A third added: ‘Good gracious! This is what we came up with’.
“It’s a bit like a cubicle,” said another.
Not everyone was critical of the list.
“This is actually a lot nicer than most $350 a week apartments in Melbourne,” one commented.