The ECHO has taken a look at the most historic properties across the region which are available to buy right now, from Georgian townhouses in the hustle and bustle of the city centre, to rural retreats offering peace and quiet.
Liverpool has a rich history which is demonstrated by the city having the most listed buildings outside of London. A number of them are currently for sale and could be yours for as little as £400,000.
Off the busy Aigburth Road is by far the oldest available house for sale at the moment in the city and is thought to date back to the 13th century.
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The semi-detached cottage on Aigburth Hall Avenue has three bedrooms and two bathrooms and offers a "wealth of character and charm" combined with "contemporary fittings".
The home features a wooden oversized front door, stone flooring, exposed beams and stone archways. The current owners have added to the historic feel with antique furniture and minimal décor, letting the bare brick to the talking.
The house is on the market with Find Your Eden for £550,000. The listing hails it as the "eldest habitable building currently within Liverpool".
In the city centre, you can buy a listed house in the shadow of the Anglican Cathedral. The Georgian townhouse on Upper Duke Street forms part of Mornington Terrace and was built in the mid-19th century.
It is currently being used as five flats, but the opportunity has arose to restore it to its former glory.
Adding to its charm is the number of period features that have been retained, including its original sash windows, tall skirtings, decorative architraves, high ceilings and ornate ceiling covings. The property is on the market with City Residential with a guide price of £750,000.
Elsewhere in the city centre is another Georgian townhouse, this time on Upper Parliament Street. It has a staggering six bedrooms and two bathrooms and has been restored to a high standard.
The exterior is the perfect example of Liverpool's heritage and beautiful architecture, while inside is a symphony of colour, with dark blue landings, a mustard kitchen and a deep purple bathroom. The house is an investment opportunity and is let until 2023, but is available to buy for offers in excess of £585,500.
If you're looking for something more rural, a cottage in Lydiate dating back to the year 1700 could be for you. The five bed home on Mairscough Lane sits on almost half an acre of land and is up for sale for a little shy of £1m.
Perfectly blending the old and new, the house has been quirkily decorated by its current owners but manages to retain its rustic charm. The lounge for example manages to blend lime green walls with exposed beams, a statement fireplace and stone floors.
In the sought after area of Woolton, a Georgian home has been lovingly restored and brought into the 21st century with a magnificent cellar bar.
The current owners have taken care with the building, decorating the interior with rich colours and statement wallpaper and retaining the ornate staircase which acts as the heart of the home. It is on the market with Homesure for £580,000.
The house on Gateacre Brow is one of a number of listed properties in the immediate area, which also features The Black Bull Public House, an ornate drinking fountain from the 1880s, the Clegg's Factory building - which started life as a brewery in the 1860s - and the Unitarian Chapel from the year 1700.
In Gatecare, there's a unique former riding school with a mock Tudor frontage on the market for 400,000. Inside it a touch more modern than the exterior, with the current owners not scared of a splash of colour.
The entrance hall is adorned in decorative floor tiles, contrasting slate grey walls, while the open plan living and dining space provides another touch of modernity. The large square kitchen has also been updated, with charcoal cabinets and a breakfast bar to provide a further, more informal, dining space.
While homes steeped in history are largely beautiful to look at, there are some things to think about before buying one. The biggest issue is that original architectural features, such as fireplaces, windows, doors and stonework, can't be changed or removed.
The buildings are subject to regulations which protect their historical and architectural significance and so to make alterations you'd need consent from the relevant authorities.
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