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Dreaming up the perfect home is a fun little getaway. It could be a snug little cabin surrounded by trees or a stylish apartment in a bustling city. Maybe it’s filled with vintage charm or decked out with modern cool gadgets.

However, when you dive into the real estate market, reality often splashes cold water on those daydreams. Not every house is a match, but thanks to a hilarious blog called Terrible Real Estate Agent Photos, we stumbled upon some listings that are so bad, they circle back to being good.

These funny real estate listings take us on an adventure from spooky, forgotten apartments to homes that march to the beat of their own quirky decor and odd construction choices. It seems like the agents behind these ads tossed the idea of cleaning up right out the window before snapping photos of these terrible houses.

What did they capture instead? Listings with a live bat hanging around, a giant pig making itself at home in the living room, and wild horses taking over the front yards. And believe it or not, these funny real estate photos were actually used to attract potential buyers.

If you’re up for a good chuckle and a lesson in what not to do when putting your home up for sale, the list of terrible real estate photos below is your go-to. Scroll down, pick the worst listing, and don’t hold back on sharing your thoughts in the comments!

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If The Weather Clears Up Later I Might Mow The Pool

Dirty green pool in the backyard

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Stacie Sterling
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The pics are fun, some of the comments are hysterical 😄. I'm feeling much better about my home.

Rachelle
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Actually reminds me of the movie Creepshow... The Lonesome Death of Jordy Verrill 2f1fa57c90...9c5a95.gif 2f1fa57c903f832cdc90e621f00895d8cf757342_hq-5c7839a9c5a95.gif

Jade Uno
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Hey Jud, That them there Pool, Got mo’ Hair than You DO.. hahahahaha ....

Elizabeth Butler
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Best to be honest....waste time taking client to something they could never cope with. There are folks who would rehab this as a pool or fill it in.

Diane Reber
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This could be a fore closure in which case realtors are obligated to show the good, bad and the ugly

BusLady
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Something tells me that the Pool Boy got fired after he was caught with the wife. Err, I mean the ex-wife...

GABRIEL HICKNER
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Great picture of a pool! I'm thinking of buying it to breed mosquitoes.

Mr. Bojangles
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like some kind of science experiment gone wrong ... like if Flubber was a horror movie

YZ
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If you tried to swim in that I honestly think you'd just get stuck.

CBolt
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2 months ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Not necessarily the seller's fault: If duckweed has gotten in there (or in a pond), you can't get rid of it unless you put water wings on a goat & let him eat it clean. Such fun for the kids to watch! (Goats are also the answer to getting rid of kudzu without breaking Federal laws forbidding the use of certain chemicals - carcinogens/runoff/groundwater contamination/public drinking water ..... & If you have ecological concerns about the ethics of using gasoline-powered lawnmowers, you can instead keep a goat on the lawn & he'll keep the grass under control - very versatile animals - my husband refuses to let us get one tho.)

Kumaraswamy Ramanjanayalu
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3 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

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Id row
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

That looks like it's from Creepshow where King touches the meteorite and grass starts growing all over him and everything.

Sas Jansen
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeeeeeaaaaah! Grandma has cooked a whole pool of vegetable soup!!!! May'be she even has alligators in it too!! How sweet she is!!

Janet Chilvers
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It makes you wonder if there’s something “alive” living in the depths of this green slime?? I’d ask someone else to dive in, to find out for me!!!! The Green Aliens have arrived!!!! Hee Hee!!

Janet Chilvers
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Sounds like a good idea!! This is terrible!! I wonder how many “live” things at living in this pool????

htweeo
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Peat is living in this house. or the pool matches the colour of her eyes.

Nang Sri Phong Phong
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

When all is cleared from the pool, a nice place to grow water - cress to eat or water lily and water hyacinths for decoration.

Celestial Lynx
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5 years ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It’s honestly really beautiful in a way 🌸 🌳 🌿🍃

Id row
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I think Steven King is going to emerge covered in grass and holding a meteorite.

Natasha Forchione
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

How long must he water have been there and not cleaned for this to have happened?? O_O

KarmaQueen
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Is this in reference to turning the river green like they do in Chicago for St. Patricks day

Phillip Flores
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You really have to stop letting hookers with stds party here on weekends

Daniel (ShadowDrakken)
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I mean, at least the pool doesn't leak. It could be cleaned up and salvaged, just takes a bit of work and a strong stomach XD

Araminta Self
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

They just need a couple slagatirs and some snakes and they got them selves a petting zoo!

Barbara Nelson
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

We did that. Clean up then fun. Challenging way to lower the cost.

Sam Bacon
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

And people thought the pool in the original Poltergeist movie was bad.

R Tate Dancer
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

What on earth would make you post this ? You selling a house or a hobby project ????

Louise Stange-Wahl
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Remember Stephen King's character in the film CREEPSHOW? Looks like Jordy Verrill's pool! LOL! meteor-s**...e0c956.jpg meteor-s**t-5c78b1ae0c956.jpg

Rebecca Boyd
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

My worst nightmare is in wondering what could be living in there?

Idiotnews
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5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Trump didn’t get round to draining the swamp after all.

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    #2

    Wake Up Eric, The Agent’s Here. And For Heaven’s Sake Put Some Clothes On

    Dirty house with sleeping pig

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    Are These Funny Real Estate Listings Real or Just a Joke?

    It might be hard to believe, but the funny real estate listings featured here are real and not just a concocted joke. The blog Terrible Real Estate Agent Photos, where these listings are curated, assures that every image showcased has genuinely been used by a real estate agent to promote a property online.

    So, as you scroll through and chuckle at the listings, remember — someone somewhere thought these photos were the ticket to a successful property sale!

    #4

    A Rare Chance To Own The Opening Scene From 12 Different Horror Movies

    Dirty old room with red bicycle

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    Attention To Detail Is Very Important. For Example, Here The Agent Has Dragged The Body Outside Before Taking The Photograph

    Empty room with floor stains and window

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    If Separated From The Mother Too Early, Young Fire Extinguishers Can Struggle To Adapt

    Empty room with many fire extinguishers in the corner

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    Wynand
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Duh, it's the emergency assembly point. In case of, you know, a fire.

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    Do Funny Real Estate Listings Affect the Sale of a Property?

    A funny real estate listing can indeed impact the sale of a property, although the effects may vary.

    On one hand, a humorous listing can capture attention and even go viral. For instance, real estate agent Philippa Main used humor in a property description for an honestly terrible house, which not only caught widespread attention but led to a successful sale. Initially listed as a fixer-upper for $51,000, the property closed in three weeks. After a comprehensive renovation, it was re-listed for $225,000.

    On the flip side, the humor or quirks in a listing could divert attention from the property’s actual value and attributes. Potential buyers might question the professionalism of the real estate agent based on the quality and nature of the listing. So yeah, not for everyone.

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    Why Are Photos So Important in Real Estate Listings?

    You know that feeling when a great photo stops your daily scrolling? That’s exactly the vibe one aims for in a real estate listing. Photos are the first “hello!” — that welcoming nod from across the room beckoning you to step closer and see what’s inside.

    It really boils down to the feels. As buyers look through listings, that striking photo can make them pause and picture their life unfolding there, like that kitchen just waiting for Sunday pancakes or the backyard that’s just so perfect for summer barbecues.

    House hunting today is less about spotting places down the streets and more about swiping through photos online. Sure, we always hear about “location, location, location,” but let’s not overlook the home’s visual storyteller: those inviting, well-framed shots that make you think, “Could this finally be the one?”

    #10

    "I Think I’m Beginning To See A Pattern" Said Holmes

    Room with flower wallpaper walls and bed

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    On Cold Winter Nights There’s Nothing Quite Like Curling Up In Front Of A Roaring Toilet

    Room with red tiles, toilet, cupboard and chair

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    After Days Of Waiting This Agent’s Patience Is Finally Rewarded. Weak With Thirst, A Pair Of Wild Mattresses Appear At The Watering Hole

    Backyard with white chairs and pool with matress

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    Cari Waldick
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    We'll include the bedroom furniture....after we're finished drowning the bedbugs.

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    What Are Some Common Mistakes When Taking Photos for Real Estate Listings?

    Jumping from the charm of a great photo to the ones that make us go, “Oh no!” let’s see the missteps that can happen when taking pictures for real estate listings. It’s similar to when you take a selfie — sometimes what you think is your best angle turns out to be... well, not so much.

    First up, lighting. A dark, gloomy picture can make even the sunniest of spaces feel like a dungeon. And on the flip side, too much light washes everything out, leaving potential buyers squinting at the screen.

    Then there’s clutter. Photos crammed with personal items might show a lived-in space, but they don’t let buyers imagine making the place their own.

    Awkward angles can also throw a viewer off. They make spaces seem oddly shaped or sized, and not in a fun house of mirrors kind of way. The aim is to give a true-to-life representation that feels both spacious and cozy.

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    A Rare Opportunity To Acquire A Sacrificial Dungeon Simply Bursting With Original Features

    Room with red brick walls and pentagram on the floor

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    What Are Some Fun Facts About the Real Estate Industry?

    1. The White House Value

    Did you know that the White House in Washington, DC has an estimated value? According to the real estate company Zillow, it’s worth around $400 million. Imagine listing that on a real estate website!

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    2. Haunted House Sales

    Here’s something that might send a shiver down your spine: A survey by Cinch Home Services, which included 1,000 participants across the United States, found that 83% of respondents have experienced some form of paranormal activity at home. About 10% have sold their homes because they thought they were haunted.

    3. The Power of Color

    Another Zillow study found that homes with black front doors can sell for about $6,449 more than expected. Who knew that the color of your door could make such a difference in your home’s selling price?

    #16

    Some People Like To Read While On The Toilet. Others Prefer To Be Inundated By Multiple Confusing And Contradictory Reflections Of Themselves, Repeating Into Infinity

    Purple bathroom with mirrors

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    Script Idea: Marie Antoinette Travels To The 1990s And Moves In With A Monkey Pirate

    Purple room with dolls, purple sofa and painting on the ceiling

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    #18

    Just As It Had The Great Mayan Cities Of Tikal And Calakmul, Nature Slowly Reclaimed The Wilsons’ Dining Room

    Green room with flowers, green table and chairs

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    #20

    That Feeling When You Enter A Bathroom And Literally Don’t Know Where To Start

    Bathroom with three toilets and sink

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    TFW You're Halfway Through A Wash Cycle And You Decide It Would Be Easier Just To Sell Your House

    Room with wallpaper walls and huge pile of laundry

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    #22

    “Which Biblical Scene Should We Paint On Our Livingroom Wall?” "Satan Vs. Jesus, The Arm Wrestling Competition. Has To Be”

    Yellow room with red sofas and Biblical painting on the wall

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    It’s A Tribute To My Late Wife, Who Used To Dream Of Being A Clumsily-Drawn, Questionably-Shaped Mermaid

    Pink bathroom with painting on the floor

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    #26

    Advice To Real Estate Agents: Never Reveal Yourself To Be The Prince Of Darkness During A Viewing

    Dirty old room with flying bat

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    Despite His Efforts, Ivan Never Really Got The Hang Of Feng Shui

    Bedroom with bed and pile of chairs

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    Rose the Cook
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Ah, Feng Shui where you put a wardrobe across the door and enter and exit through the window. Seriously, I had a home stay student do that.

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    In Some Cultures, A Desire For Privacy Is Seen As A Sign Of Weakness

    Room with open bathroom

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    Wynand
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    5 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

    Who wouldn't want to have a stained glass view whilst dropping a deuce?

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    We’ve scoured through a bizarre collection of funny real estate listings, uncovering what could easily be some of the worst houses ever to hit the market. From dilapidated structures to interiors where animals roam free, it’s been quite the showcase.

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    Which ones struck you as the craziest real estate disasters? Cast your vote for the top contenders and drop a comment below!