Left to languish and deserving of a second chance, these tumbledown treasures are brimming with development potential. From a rundown company HQ built entirely from marble, to an abandoned jail that comes complete with its original cells, these promising properties are sure to pique your interest. Click or scroll on for the renovation project of a lifetime....

Looking for a rural home in the French countryside? Well, this rundown livestock barn in the Haute-Vienne region of the country could be well within your reach. It's currently available for just £159,980 ($192k), that's €180,000 in the local currency! With land, scenery and seclusion on offer, the beautiful property is one seriously promising fixer-upper.

The rural retreat is located 30 minutes from Limoges, a gorgeous city in southwest-central France, but it's also hidden away on its own three-acre estate, providing the best of both worlds. Far from being move-in ready, the property needs a complete overhaul, but it comes with plenty of space. There's a stable block, a barn, an old mushroom store, and a hayloft.

There's also a historic dovecote, as well as the remains of an old rabbit breeding building, so the next owner could restart a business or transform the structure into additional accommodation. Built in 1930, the farm buildings benefit from plenty of character, too. From their stone facades to their concrete floors, statement ceilings, pretty windows and exposed timber beams, there's so much to love.

Providing ample bang for your buck, the main building measures 7,717 square feet, while the smaller outbuilding provides an extra 215 square feet of interior space. Plus, with all this lovely land included in the sale (three acres to be precise), the development opportunities here are aplenty.  

Proving that you don't always need millions in order to snap up something big and impressive, this historic church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, is for sale for a mere £270,400 ($325k).

The stunning building was constructed in 1927, as the home of the First Church of Christian Scientists. Since then, it has served numerous purposes, but we think it's time it was transformed into a one-of-a-kind home.

Amazingly, the interior stretches 27,556 square feet and many of the rooms boast high ceilings, stained-glass windows, terrazzo flooring and elegant timber ceilings. This incredible space was likely the church's nave, where sermons and ceremonies would have taken place. But just picture it as an open-plan living room, complete with a kitchen, lounge and dining area.

The abandoned church features three sprawling floors, as well as this pretty mezzanine balcony, which could be turned into a lovely home office. There's also an acre of land outside, so the new owner will have the chance to either create a bespoke home, or start their own business in this beautiful building.

If you've ever wanted to snap up a piece of military history, then this former missile base in Abilene, Texas, could be the listing of your dreams. Offering space and abundant unique features, this abandoned bunker could be yours for just £290,500 ($350k).

The estate sprawls more than 12 acres and was originally the Nike Missile Control Site DY-10, located at Fort Phantom Hill. It was also a frontier outpost and stop on the Butterfield stage route. It dates back to 1960, but many of the structures on the site haven't held up too well over time, so a lot of work is needed to bring the buildings back up to scratch.

There are around seven separate concrete structures, totally 18,930 square feet. They're all enclosed by a commercial-grade, chain-link fence, making this former military base the perfect place to hide out in the event of a natural disaster or zombie invasion. With just a few upgrades, we're sure the buildings could be made impenetrable.

But, as you can see, they all need a throughout makeover. From crumbling walls and ceilings to smashed windows, rising damp and rot, there are plenty of structural issues that will need to be rectified before anyone can move in. If you're up to the task then act quickly, because missile bases like this don't stick around for long!

Offering incredible value for money, this stunning property in Montgomery, Texas, is for sale with Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Gary Greene for £561,500 ($675k), but for your money you'll gain endless space, a stunning interior and plenty of development opportunities. Let's take a look around...

Dating back to the late 1800s, the structure was used as a boarding house for the employees of the Montgomery Mill and Lumber Company sawmill that existed on the site at the time. The sawmill operated from 1884 to 1896, after which time the property was left abandoned. Since then, some renovation works have been undertaken to rescue the building's amazing period design details. 

The former workers' lodging is spread across two floors, encompassing a total of 2,329 square feet. Inside, there's a large but old-fashioned kitchen, numerous reception rooms, an entrance hall, and plenty of bedrooms that are waiting for a new lease of life.

Being sold as-is, all of the historic belongings and furnishings that can be found in some of the rooms are included in the sales price. Plus, every room benefits from lovely historic touches, such as hardwood floors, brick and tile fireplaces, large sash windows and vintage light fixtures. Outside, there's a wrap-around front porch and a second-floor balcony, as well as five acres of land, a rustic two-storey barn, and a timber car port—both of which could be transformed into additional homes.

The former headquarters of The Vermont Marble Company, this incredible property was constructed in 1924, from, you guessed it, locally mined marble. If you were to dismantle the structure and sell on the marble bricks, you would no doubt be very rich. But why take this property apart when it's ripe to be transformed into a truly spectacular modern mansion?

Spanning 28,128 square feet, the former company HQ is situated a few miles away from the city of Rutland, Vermont, in the quaint town of Proctor. Despite its size and lavish building materials, the pad is up for grabs right now for £666,100 ($799k). However, it's clear the new owner will need to invest plenty of time and money into a renovation.

During its history, the property has been used as a college and professional offices, but now it's ready for a new lease of life. Whether you fancy splitting it into apartments, creating one huge family home, or even starting your own hotel, there's scope here to make something really special. Every room is a blank canvas, but has plenty of windows, high ceilings and marble accents.

The listing suggests there's space for 10 bedrooms and four bathrooms, or eight 3,500-square-foot condos. What's even better, grants and funding are available for the buyer, if they decide to convert the structure into a residential property, due to the current housing shortage in the area. So, what are you waiting for? 

If you'd prefer to get your hands on a historic and characterful property in Fall River, Massachusetts, then how about this abandoned school? The beautiful brick building dates back to 1910 and offers bags of curb appeal, as well as a spacious interior that's waiting to be rescued by the right buyer.

Marketed by The Seyboth Team at Century 21, the palatial property is priced at £945,000 ($1.1m), but for your money you'll gain 25,410 square feet of inside space, which is organised over three floors.

As you can see, someone has already started the renovation work by stripping the building back to its bare basics. However, clearly a lot of work is still needed to render the property liveable. But from large sash windows to tiled walls and soaring ceilings, there's plenty of lovely touches that are sure to seduce fans of fixer-uppers.

There's also half-an-acre outside, which could be turned into an idyllic garden. Plus, historical tax credits are available for the person who takes on the project and the listing agents have plenty of architectural designs and illustrations already. You could easily take these as inspirtation for some exciting projects....

If you're working with a slightly bigger budget, then how about this former Masonic temple in Sanford, North Carolina? Listed for sale via LoopNet for £1.3 million ($1.6m), the imposing property was constructed in 1924 and was home to the Sanford Masonic Lodge until the 1980s.

The three-storey building has had plenty of other uses over the years, too. Its ground floor was once occupied by Cole’s Pharmacy and featured a vintage soda bar, while this space was the Temple Theatre. It showcased burlesque road shows in the 1930s. The interior images aren't the best, but they certainly highlight the lovely period details that will be well worth retaining. Just look at this temple-like stage, which benefits from gorgeous structural columns. 

According to the listing, Masons meetings were held on the upper floors. But what could this bunker-like space have been used for? With its brick walls and arched doorways, we're sure it would make for an amazing panic room. 

As the moment, the basement floor is occupied by Nunnery’s Shoes, which means there's room here to make some extra cash. However, the space could also be turned into a speakeasy-style bar, in-keeping with the prohibition era, when the building was constructed. Whether you want to create an amazing mansion, split the property up into apartments, or create a live-work space that will generate some income, the possibilities here are endless.

As one of the most expensive cities in the world to buy property, London doesn't often have affordable real estate offerings, or ones that provide much bang for your buck. However, this beautiful and historic former warehouse could be the exception to the rule.

The building can be found on Dock Street, in the East London neighbourhood of Aldgate. Back in the day, this area was filled with similar warehouses and industrial properties, due to its close proximity to the River Thames and the bustling streets of Whitechapel. While we don't know exactly when the warehouse was built, it's likely it was constructed in the 19th century. 

While the exterior benefits from lovely sash windows, arched details and exposed brick, the interior features hardwood floors, vaulted ceilings decorated with beams and plenty of unusual glazing elements, including portholes and loading windows, which would have been used for bringing goods in and out. The interior spans 4,523 square feet across three floors, and this is the top level. 

The other two floors are currently set up as abandoned office spaces, with bathroom and kitchen facilities. There's also a top floor mezzanine level, which would make for a lovely bedroom. With space and history in abundance, this former industrial property is sure to be snapped up quickly. If you've got £3 million ($3.6m) in the bank, then it could soon be yours. 

Once bustling with students, this former college campus in East Point, Georgia, is on the market for a cool £20.7 million ($25m) and is looking for new owners who are ready for a challenge. The perfect re-development opportunity, the property comes with residential zoning so is ready to be transformed into a quirky home. 

The property dates back to 1957 and includes eight buildings, spread over 107,700 square feet. Three of the eight buildings have certificates of occupancy, including an amazing gymnasium and some former student dormitories, which could easily be transformed into holiday homes. With signs of its former use scattered around the interiors, could this entrance be reimagined as a grand hallway?

The main building is two storeys high and benefits from endless class rooms, offices and spaces that are waiting to be transformed into living areas. We just love the panelled walls of this space and think it would make for a beautiful open-plan living room.

The property comes with 23 acres of surrounding land that would have been used by students back in the day for sports and recreation. This former tennis court is in need of some TLC, after being left abandoned for years. There's also a large parking area, numerous lawns and a woodland, so the possibilities for redevelopment are rife. 

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