WE all know that Cumbria is home to some fantastic and affordable properties.

Most of them get snapped up quickly by eager buyers who are excited to get on the property ladder.

However, some houses can remain on the market for years at a time and don’t seem to attract the attention of buyers.

We have uncovered some of these properties- now is your chance to take a look inside them and judge for yourself why you think they have remained on the market for such a long period of time.

While they might have been on the market for a long time, these properties have a lot to offer- one of them could even be your next dream home.

Tom Parker, Consumer Spokesperson at Zoopla said: "If a property is taking longer than anticipated to sell, it often comes down to two factors: the asking price and the local market.

"We always recommend seeking advice from your estate agent to help drive the desirability of your listing - and being open to their feedback! If it's an issue with the interiors, it can pay dividends to clear the clutter and give the property a fresh lick of paint. 

"Other times, it really does come down to patience; providing a property is priced accurately, and clean and tidy in appearance, there's no reason it shouldn't find a buyer."

From five bed bungalows, to bargain-priced houses, here are five Zoopla properties which have been on the Cumbrian property market for the most amount of time:

Mealsgate, Wigton
£180,000

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This three bedroom bungalow was first listed for sale way back in 2015.

During this time, the property has failed to secure a buyer and its price has been reduced by £70,000.

However, it looks like it could be a wonderful little place to live as it is surprisingly spacious; it also has rustic beamed ceilings and feature stone walls.

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The property even has a hearth and open fire, which would be perfect to snuggle next to during the winter months.

Could you picture yourself living here?

Corkickle Station, Station Terrace, Whitehaven
£259,500

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This historic building has been listed for sale since June 2014.

Since then, £5000 has been slashed off the initial asking price in the hope of securing a buyer.

However, there’s a lot to love about the four bedroom property.

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It’s described as a “spacious” house that is “full of character”.

There is a lot of space in the kitchen, ideal for foodies who spend most of their time cooking.

Two of the bedrooms have ensuite facilities and the property even comes with its own basement.

Moss Bay Road, Workington
£75,000

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Considering the average price paid for a house in Cumbria is £189,960, this property is an absolute steal.

Despite the low price, no-one has been attracted to this property which was first listed back in 2013.

Since then, the price has been slashed four times and reduced by a grand total of £10,000.

News and Star: Inside the Moss Bay Road property (Photo: Zoopla)Inside the Moss Bay Road property (Photo: Zoopla)

The property itself has two double bedrooms and the focal point of the home has to be the modern fitted kitchen.

The house even benefits from its own rear yard.

Curious to learn more? View the property listing on Zoopla.

Queen Street, Whitehaven
£129,950

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From the outside, this looks like an ordinary two bedroom house.

It’s hard to believe that it has been listed for sale on Zoopla since 2012.

The property itself is an a sought after town centre location.

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While it may be small, the property benefits from its very own patio garden to the rear.

The interiors may also require a little updating as some rooms appear dated.

Camerton, Workington
£390,000

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This property first came to the Zoopla market in 2016- it hasn’t been able to attract a buyer since.

Due to its size, it would be great for a large family.

The house has five bedrooms and benefits from “stunning” countryside views which you can admire from your room.

News and Star: The Jacuzzin bath in the property (Photo: Zoopla)The Jacuzzin bath in the property (Photo: Zoopla)

The master bedroom has its own walk in wardrobe and even has an en-suite with a large jacuzzi bath tub.

The focal point of the property has to be its “ large” and well maintained gardens.

Curious to learn more? Visit the Zoopla listing.