{"id":830,"date":"2025-03-24T11:45:12","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T12:45:12","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.merlinscove.com\/?p=830"},"modified":"2025-04-13T08:05:38","modified_gmt":"2025-04-13T08:05:38","slug":"house-as-narrow-as-a-shipping-container-on-sale-for-1250000-and-its-not-even-in-london","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/www.merlinscove.com\/index.php\/2025\/03\/24\/house-as-narrow-as-a-shipping-container-on-sale-for-1250000-and-its-not-even-in-london\/","title":{"rendered":"House as narrow as a shipping container on sale for \u00a31,250,000 \u2014 and it\u2019s not even in London"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Want to live in a super skinny house? You can do just that in West Sussex (Picture: Hamptons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Captivated by the prospect of living in a teeny tiny space? A skinny house <\/a>has hit the market down in Chichester, West Sussex to the tune of \u00a31,250,000.<\/p>\n

The Grade II listed Georgian home<\/a> recently underwent a full refurbishment, and now boasts lavish, colourful interiors<\/a>.<\/p>\n

For a relatively compact space<\/a> (it’s just 3.6 metres or 11.8 feet wide, which is about the same as a wide shipping container), there\u2019s a lot <\/em>packed into it.<\/p>\n

There are three bedrooms, three living rooms, and two bathrooms spread across 150.6 square metres (which works out at \u00a38,300.13 for each one).<\/p>\n

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Many of the original features remain in place (Picture: Hamptons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Many of the property\u2019s original features remain in place, including the front fa\u00e7ade, sash windows complete with shutters, and a breathtaking staircase, perfect for acting out your finest ballroom entrance fantasies.<\/p>\n

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Stepping through the classic front door, you\u2019ll be welcomed inside a double-height sitting room complete with an oak floor, wall panelling, and of course, a cosy fireplace, perfect for the winter months.<\/p>\n

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We’re a big fan of these lush sofas (Picture: Hamptons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

From there, the hallway takes you through to the open-plan kitchen and dining room, furnished with a herringbone wooden floor and exposed brick walls.<\/p>\n

It doesn\u2019t stop there, either, as the first floor boasts a mezzanine seating area above the main living room, which the current owners have furnished with an opulent bright yellow sofa. You would if you could, right?<\/p>\n

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A lot is packed into this slim space (Picture: Hamptons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Across the landing, there\u2019s another sitting room too, which could also become another bedroom with a bit of TLC \u2013 so there\u2019s no shortage of space to relax.<\/p>\n

Finally, the top floor hosts two bedrooms, one with an ensuite bathroom and the other right next to the family bathroom, complete with a freestanding bath for a long, hot soak.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s more, it\u2019s right in the centre of the historic city, being a stone\u2019s throw from both Chichester Cathedral and Pallant House Gallery. What\u2019s not to love?<\/p>\n

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The home is neighboured by two other period properties (Picture: Hamptons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

That\u2019s not the only skinny house <\/a>to hit the market of late. Last week, a property billed \u2018London\u2019s second narrowest home\u2019 went up for sale to the tune of \u00a31,250,000.<\/p>\n

Spread over three floors and billed as \u2018Tardis-like,\u2019 the two-bedroom home, located in the swanky Notting Hill Gate, dates back to around 1930.<\/p>\n

For fans of strange analogies, at seven feet wide, the property is about half the length of a VW Beetle (13.38 feet).<\/p>\n

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The property is set across three floors (Picture: Hamptons)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Speaking of teeny tiny homes, just how small are they allowed to be? It all depends on the number of bedrooms. <\/p>\n

According to Urbanist Architecture<\/a>, in England, a one-bedroom flat with capacity for one person and set across one storey needs to have a minimum Gross Internal Area of 37 square metres.<\/p>\n

Meanwhile, a three-storey, three-bedroom home with space for six people needs to span 108 square metres, while a six-bedroom, three-storey property with capacity for eight needs to be slightly larger, at 138.<\/p>\n

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This year Metro is partnering with the Ufurnish.com Home Awards<\/a> to bring readers the best in UK property.<\/p>\n

From jaw-dropping before-and-after renovations to effortlessly stylish spaces on a budget and rental DIY masterpieces, the awards recognise outstanding talent across 20 categories covering interiors, gardens, furniture innovation and home accessories.<\/p>\n

As part of our partnership, Metro\u2019s Property channel <\/a>will be full of inspiring homes, fly-on-the-wall property pictures and tips and tricks from those in the know.<\/p>\n

Need some inspo (or some eye candy)? We\u2019ve rounded up nine winners<\/a> from last year\u2019s awards to get those creative juices flowing.<\/p>\n

Head to Ufurnish.com<\/a> to enter now.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n<\/p><\/div>\n

This piece was originally published on March 21, 2025.<\/em><\/p>\n

Do you have a story to share?<\/strong><\/p>\n

Get in touch by emailing MetroLifestyleTeam@Metro.co.uk<\/a>.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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