MANY of us fantasised about owning our dream home.

But sadly, many of us are priced out of the market in Colchester and across the country.

However, there are bargains to be had in the town if you know where to look.

We've scaled property listing site Zoopla to find the cheapest homes on offer.

Here are the ten cheapest properties for sale at the moment in Colchester:

Studio apartment, Chinook, £75,000

Chinook, Colchester

 

This property is listed for investors only, but available at a snip - £75,000.

The studio apartment is located in Highwoods.

One-bed retirement flat, Orchard Gardens, £75,000

Orchard Gardens

 

This first floor apartment is part of a development for over 55s, located just off Ipswich Road in Colchester.

It has one double bedroom, a lounge, bathroom and kitchen and is located close to all the local amenities including Waitrose.

One-bed retirement flat, Maldon Court, £75,000

Maldon Court

 

Another spacious retirement flat is available at £75,000.

It is located at Maldon Court, off Maldon Road, and includes a living room, kitchen, bedroom and bathroom.

Plot of land, Hythe Hill, £85,000

Hythe Hill

 

This one isn't quite ready to move in to, but represents an investment opportunity.

The land benefits from planning permission for a one-bed, three-story mid terrace home.

Although you could submit new plans if you wanted to.

Studio flat, De Gray Road, £90,000

De Grey Road

 

This property comes with a tenant in situ for investors, and is available for £90,000.

It is located in Highwoods close to the Severalls Industrial Estate and Colchester United's stadium.

One-bed flat, Hollytree Court, £95,000

Hollytree Court

 

Located just off Layer Road, this flat is available for £95,000.

It is available at auction with no ongoing chain.

Studio flat, Nicholsons Grove, £100,000

Nicholsons Grove

 

Located in Colchester town centre near Priory Street car park, this studio flat is on the gorund floor.

It features a modern kitchen and bathroom, off road parking and has been recently renovated.

Retirement flat, The Dell, £100,000

The Dell

 

This one-bed flat is available to those over the age of 55.

It is part of the Beverly Homes development located near Colchester Town Station just outside the town centre.

Two-bed terrace house, Victor Road, £105,000

Victor Road

 

£105,000 is for a 50% share purchase, the full property price is £210,000.

A large cash deposit is also needed for this property.

One-bed maisonette, North Station Road, £110,000

North Station Road

 

This one-bed maisonette is available with a tenant in situ and is said to be well-presented throughout.

It is offered for sale with no onward chain and located just outside the town centre.

Two-bed lodge, Colchester Holiday Park, £110,000

Colchester Holiday Park

 

This lodge is located on Colchester Holiday Park, in Cymbeline Way.

It is brand new and available exclusively to over 45s.

Water rates are included whilst no council tax or TV licence is necessary.

Want to find out more?

Search Colchester at www.zoopla.co.uk.

*Prices and details correct at time of writing