Finding a one-of-a-kind property can be difficult, but if you think outside the box you could bag yourself a conversion project with plenty of potential. Packed with period features and no end of character, industrial spaces are the ideal blank canvases to transform into your dream home. From an Art Deco mechanic's garage in Washington, USA, to a stunning historic warehouse in London, these ultra-cool commercial spaces would make spectacular homes.

Found in the city of Bloomington, Illinois, this redbrick beauty dates back to 1900 and encompasses nearly 14,000 square feet plus a full basement. Offering a whole lot of space for a super-small price tag, the recently reduced property can be yours for a mere £76,500 ($100k).

On the market with Coldwell Banker Commercial, there's no end of development possibilities for this empty shell, whether you fancy converting the sizeable structure into multiple residences or creating one show-stopping family home. Formerly used as a warehouse, the 120-year-old brickwork still looks to be in great condition. 

Bright and airy, the three-storey interior features stunning 10-foot-high ceilings, original wood floors, steel support columns and exposed brick walls – the perfect backdrop for an industrial-inspired family home. With no shortage of windows, natural light floods the upper two levels, which would make spectacular open-plan living spaces.

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If you're seeking a characterful property for a super low price, then this pretty property in Gavray, France, might be just the ticket. The historic watermill occupies an idyllic riverside position and features a stunning brick facade. Currently for sale via French Property Links for £105,000 ($137k), this authentic industrial gem is a real bargain.

The period mill offers an impressive 9,000 square feet of space across four storeys. As well as the main building, the listing includes a small adjoining house, which is also in need of renovation work, plus a lovely garden – the perfect spot for riverside drinks or alfresco dining in the warm summer months.

Laid out over nine vast rooms, the former mill features a basement, an attic and a garage. Every level is spacious and packed with attractive period details including exposed timber beams and wooden support posts. Swathes of windows frame stunning views of the water, allowing plenty of natural light to spill inside the building. Structurally sound, this quaint period property is the perfect blank slate to convert into a welcoming residence.

Dating all the way back to 1892, this stunning brick structure, known as the John Scales Building, was once a hardware and steel suppliers. Despite its industrial past, the facade is a treasure trove of architectural gems, from ornamental brickwork to stunning arched sash windows.

Found in the picturesque town of Guildford, Maine, the property is perched on the waterfront, overlooking the tranquil Piscataquls River. Now on the market for the bargain price of £172,000 ($225k), the building could make an incredible family home, plus with 9,400 square feet of accommodation on offer, it's a real steal.

Spread over three storeys, the sparse interior is a blank canvas, with wide, open spaces just waiting to be shaped into airy living accommodation. We'd love to see the structure's industrial aesthetic preserved – those exposed brick walls and wooden beams would make beautiful additions to a modern, open-plan home.

For a one-of-a-kind property you can make your own, you needn't look further than this quirky auto repair garage. Nestled in the Sprague Union District of Spokane, Washington, the former car garage dates back to 1907 and offers a characterful retro facade with a unique Art Deco-style roofline. Yet it's the building's interior that is sure to set your imagination racing...

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The garage features 4,462 square feet of inside space, soaring 16-foot-high ceilings and stunning period details. The dramatic timber vaulted ceiling is perhaps the best aspect of the structure's design, while the redbrick walls, swathes of windows and raw concrete floor add to the property's rustic industrial appeal. Close your eyes and imagine how incredible this space could be!

Built in 1907, the garage comes with a large parking area to its rear, which could provide space for extending the structure further. If you've fallen in love with this rare and unusual property, then it can be yours for just £326,000 ($425k) via 4Degrees on LoopNet.

Located in the town of Westbury in Wiltshire, England, The Old Malt House is Grade II-listed and oozes period charm. In need of renovation, the building is constructed from attractive natural stone and also benefits from a double-pitched tile roof and quaint windows. While it's certainly a fixer-upper, this distinctive property isn't short on character.

Once an industrial site where cereal grain was converted into malt, the building offers an enormous 22,344 square feet of space spread across four floors. This encompasses the basement with an eight-foot-high ceiling, the lower ground floor, complete with a central brick archway and the ground floor, which features rustic brick columns that span the length of the building.

Airy and spacious, the first floor also benefits from enviable timber ceiling beams and a seven-foot-high ceiling. The Old Malt House is currently for sale through Cooper and Tanner for just £350,000 ($457k) – all that potential for such a low cost!

Oozing curb appeal, this grand property may already look like a dream home, but it's actually an old industrial warehouse. Located in the heart of East Petersburg, Pennsylvania, the commercial storage facility is currently for sale with Sable Commercial Realty for £918,000 ($1.2m)​, but the substantial price tag offers plenty of bang for your buck.

Built in 1920, the detached property is extensive, with over 25,000 square feet of interior space, plus the sale also includes an adjoining parcel of land offering parking for up to 11 cars – space that could easily be used for further development. As well as the main warehouse, the property also contains furnished offices, which would make ideal bedrooms.

Located in a commercial neighbourhood, a residential conversion would require approval from the local zoning hearing board, but all the paperwork would be more than worth it in the long run. With stunning double-height ceilings and beautiful period features including exposed ceiling beams, timber supports and bare brick walls, just imagine how amazing it would be to call this stunning space home.

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If you're seeking a cool and unusual conversion opportunity down under then this listing in Melbourne, Australia, may well be for you. Located in the Richmond neighbourhood of the bustling city, known locally as Little Saigon, this extensive urban factory is perfectly positioned for commuters seeking the best of both worlds.

While the exterior offers a rustic brick finish with authentic windows and original roller doors, the interior is spacious, with over 3,000 square feet of usable space. Ready for restoration, the building has soaring ceilings, rustic timber beams and raw concrete floors throughout. Skylights allow daylight to flood the interior, but more windows would need to be installed as part of a residential overhaul.

Listed with Cushman & Wakefield for the guide price of AUD$1.9 million – that's £997,000 ($1.3m) – this former factory could be a truly special space with a little creative vision and lot of elbow grease. As well as a generous plot size, the building comes with on-street parking as well as front and rear access.

This beautiful warehouse building in Detroit, Michigan, is a rare real estate find. More than just a vacant industrial space, a stunning graffiti mural, created by renowned local artist Pat Perry, adorns one of the structure's exterior walls, so you'll get a priceless piece of artwork thrown in for the sale price too.

Dating back to 1912, the iconic warehouse offers 22,000 square feet of interior space spread across four levels. The perfect development opportunity for a business-savvy buyer, the building is located in the up-and-coming neighbourhood of Islandview and comes complete with plenty of period details, from hardwood floors to stamped tin ceilings and custom woodwork.

Listed for sale with Max Broock Realtors for £1.1 million ($1.4m), this stand-out dwelling was upgraded in 2017 and now features a brand new roof and upgraded freight elevators, making it development ready. As well as all this space, there's also a chance that an additional adjoining lot may be available to purchase too. The development possibilities are endless!

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For sale with LoopNet for £1.8 million ($2.4m), this 1950s industrial warehouse building can be found in the Bronx neighbourhood of New York City, making it an extremely sought after piece of real estate. With a characterful brick exterior and original windows, the interior is a blank canvas just waiting to be reimagined.

Spanning an impressive 12,000 square feet, the property covers two floors, offering plenty of space for a competitive price tag for the location – something you don't come across often in The Big Apple. Even better, the building is within walking distance of numerous MTA subway stations, as well as the commuter rail network. John F. Kennedy International Airport is also reachable in less than 30 minutes.

The period property is spacious and open-plan, though the lack of windows does make the interior feel a little dingy. Once opened up with more glazing, the interior will offer bright and airy accommodation, framed by stunning industrial features. With a little imagination, this space could be completely transformed.

Found in the Kensal Green area of London, Waldo Road is slowly being transformed from an industrial zone into a real estate paradise. Almost all of the street's former commercial buildings have now been converted into beautiful family homes and this listing is one of the few remaining industrial spaces. Known as Waldo Works, this prime storage building is just waiting to be rescued.

With an attractive stone facade, it's not difficult to see this property's potential. Inside, the interior is a total blank canvas stretching an impressive 1,720 square feet. There are already ideas in the pipeline for the space's development, with planning consent for three residential apartments already in place, however, we think this stunning space would make a pretty amazing single-family home too.

Framed by a dramatic vaulted ceiling, the former industrial space offers plenty of period features, including brick walls, steel framework and natural concrete floors. Ideally located just a stone's throw away from the desirable neighbourhood of Notting Hill, Waldo Works is currently for sale with Willmotts for £2 million ($2.6m).

Eagle-eyed readers will recognise this historic warehouse in Stoke Newington, London, as the former set of Dragon's Den, the UK TV show where budding entrepreneurs pitch business ideas to win investment. Currently for sale with Fyfe McDade for £3.3 million ($4.3m), the building dates back to 1890 and was originally built as a furniture depository. For over 20 years, the impressive dwelling has been used as a location for countless films, TV shows and photoshoots.

Left in its original condition, the Victorian property is screaming out to be converted into a spectacular home. The interior is spacious, light-filled and open-plan, with an array of stunning original features still intact, including timber sash windows, wooden ceiling beams, cast-iron pillars and radiators, plus exposed brickwork.

In total, there's over 6,000 square feet of accommodation to play with, complete with high ceilings and swathes of glazing. A heritage spiral staircase, steel shutters and herringbone parquet flooring offer real wow-factor, while the second floor includes an exposed pitched timber roof – the perfect spot for a spectacular master bedroom. Conversion opportunities don't get much better than this!

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