One of Wales' narrowest homes, measuring just 7.5 feet at its widest point, has been sold at auction for £45,000. The one-bedroom cottage on Llewellyn Street in Pentre, Glamorgan, attracted 35 bids from nine competing buyers, with the auction concluding on Friday, April 16.
The property, originally listed at £23,000, is so slim that an average-sized man can touch both walls while standing in the lounge. Despite its compact size, the terraced house includes a garden, garage, lounge, kitchen, single bedroom, bathroom, and a rear patio area, with UPVC double-glazing and gas central heating.
Sean Roper of Paul Fosh Auctions described the property as a “really quirky lot” that generated widespread interest. “It's a minuscule house to say the least, but this didn't deter bidders,” he said. The cottage stretches further back than expected, maximising its usable space.
Situated in a sought-after area near Treorchy, the home could serve as a residence, buy-to-let investment, or holiday rental. Similar narrow properties exist across Wales, including the smallest house in Great Britain in Conwy, which is just 72 inches wide and verified by the Guinness Book of Records.
