Everyone loves a bargain and when it comes to getting on the property ladder affordable homes are in high demand, but that doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice the chance to live in an area of natural beauty.

Here are five of the cheapest houses currently for sale in the Maryport area, according to online property site Zoopla, which would put you minutes away from West Cumbria's breathtaking coast:

Argyle Terrace, Maryport

£55,000 offers over (two bedrooms, one bathroom)

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Camp Street, Maryport

£60,000 (three bedrooms, one bathroom)

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Ada Street, Maryport

£60,000, (two bedrooms, one bathroom)

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Kirkby Street, Maryport

£74,950 (two bedrooms, one bathroom)

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Elizabeth Street, Maryport

£74,950 (three bedrooms, one bathroom)

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