The property market in Greater Manchester is still booming despite the stamp duty holiday being wound down.
More and more first-time buyers are still trying to get on the property ladder, often having to place bids way over the asking price in some competitive hotspot areas.
If you're having no luck on your property search, then it might be time to branch out into different areas of our region or lower your budget.
There are some lovely homes on the market right now in the ‘happiest place in Greater Manchester’, some up for sale for £100,000 and under.
Wigan was yet again named as the happiest area in Greater Manchester last year.
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Residents gave a rating of 7.6 out of 10 on the cheeriness scale, according to the government’s wellbeing survey.
The borough also recorded the lowest anxiety levels at 2.6 out of 10.
Here is a round-up of just a handful of properties under £100k properties available now in Wigan:
Victoria Street, Newtown
Offers over £95,000
This two-bed terraced house boasts two reception rooms and a large bathroom.
It also has a newly-fitted kitchen and a low maintenance front and back garden.
The property is also close to the town centre and has good local amenities, according to its listing.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/58940194/ .
Enfield Street, Pemberton
£99,950
This three-bedroom terraced house includes two reception rooms and a rear yard.
The property is close to the train station and has been described as a good opportunity for first time buyers.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/58942306/ .
Warrington Road, Ince
£85,000
This three-bedroom terraced property has good access to Wigan town centre and is located close to local shops.
The property would make an “excellent investment purchase”, according to estate agents, or an ideal property for those looking to climb on the property ladder.
The home includes a four-piece bathroom suite and a back yard.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/59006270/ .
Bickershaw Lane, Abram
Offers over £90,000
This two-bedroom terraced house includes a modern kitchen and bathroom.
It also has a spacious dining kitchen and a good-sized front and back garden.
The home also boasts off-road parking at the back of the house.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/59025886/ .
Beech Grove, Abram
Offers over £80,000
This two-bedroom townhouse is conveniently located close to amenities and transport networks.
It includes two bedrooms and a family bathroom, as well as a garden to the front and rear and allocated off-road parking.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/57399317/ .
Kershaw Street, Orrell
£100,000
This two-bedroom home offers an entrance porch, lounge, kitchen and dining room and family bathroom.
There is also an enclosed garden to the back of the house.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/58030909/ .
Ormskirk Road, Pemberton
£99,950
This terraced house has been described as a “fantastic opportunity” for rental investors.
The property is in need of some updating but benefits from an entrance hall, front lounge, large dining room and separate kitchen.
There are also two good sized bedrooms and a family bathroom.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/58698096/ .
Didsbury Grove, Hindley
£99,950
This two-bedroom terraced home comprises of a lounge, kitchen, rear porch, landing and a bathroom.
The home is close to Hindley town centre as well as shops, supermarkets and bars.
For more pictures and information, visit https://www.zoopla.co.uk/for-sale/details/58840582/ .
