The coronavirus pandemic has meant many people have had to tighten the purse strings as the financial pressures mount.
With that in mind, we've taken a look at the cheapest homes currently available for rent in towns across the Tyne Valley, according to Zoopla.
Hexham
Surprisingly, one of the cheapest houses for rent is in Hexham - a town usually considered to be on the pricey side.
For just £415 pcm, renters will get a conveniently located one-bedroom flat in the centre of Hexham's Market Place.
The property features electric central heating and is newly decorated with new carpets throughout.
The living room overlooks the market place, while the single bedroom features an en-suite shower room.
The property has been listed on Zoopla by Belvoir. The full listing can be found here.
Prudhoe
For those in need of a little more space, this three-bedroom terrace house in Prudhoe could be the place to look.
The house is situated on the "sought after" Wesley Street and features a fitted dining kitchen, garage and two out houses.
While some of the decor could be considered dated, the house is available to rent for just £475 pcm. It has been listed on Zoopla by Yellow Estate Agency, and the full listing can be viewed here.
Haltwhistle
Renters will have to pay slightly more if they are looking for a home in Haltwhistle. Currently, the cheapest home available to people of all ages is a three-bedroom terraced house on Scotsfield Terrace.
Renters will have to part with £550 pcm to rent this home, but for that they will get a stone built terrace that has recently been "extensively refurbished" by the landlord.
The property is offered with "the benefits of gas-fired central heating and double glazing" and features three bedrooms, one with an en-suite.
It has been listed by Pattinson estate agents on Zoopla. The full listing can be found here.
Ponteland
For the same price, property-hunters can rent a one-bedroom flat on Ryehaugh in Ponteland.
The property comes with a living space incorporating a modern kitchen and is in walking distance of the village centre.
The flat is available to rent for £550 pcm from Andrew Lawson Estate Agents via Zoopla. The full listing can be found here.
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