‘Mouldy’ Only Fools and Horses flat now so expensive Del Boy and Rodney would need to be millionaires to live there --[Reported by Umva mag]

ONLY Fools and Horses’ iconic flat is now so expensive Del Boy and Rodney would struggle to afford it. The iconic BBC sitcom, which was created by John Sullivan, ran for just seven series but is still adored to this day. Del Boy would need to be a millionaire these days to afford his flatBBC PA:Press AssociationThe iconic Only Fools and Horses abode was set on a council estate in Peckham[/caption] BBCThe tower block that served as the exterior for the Trotters’ flat is actually based in Acton, Ealing in West London[/caption] We previously revealed how some residents are living in mouldy conditions at the iconic block Nelson Mandela House was used as the backdrop for Del Boy and Rodney’s home in the show. At one point the three-bedroom flat, located on a Peckham council estate, was home to up six members of the Trotters clan, including Uncle Albert who moved in after grandad’s death. The actual tower block is located in Ealing, West London and is still in use. But with today’s prices Del Boy would need a lot of cash to afford the small abode. Foxtons estate agents have valued a similar three-bed in the area at an eye-watering £593,706 in today’s prices. Depending on the property, sales can range between £300,000 to £1,300,000. However, it was previously revealed the building is due to be torn down and replaced by flats worth £850million. Latest reports suggest the demolition will take place in three years’ time in 2027. Residents living in the block previously told The Sun how the flats are “dangerous and mouldy”. Locals added that the area is plagued by a “drug industry” and drinking culture that leaves them fearing for their families’ safety. Meanwhile, it was recently revealed how Liz Hurley had been in the running to play Cassandra in Only Fools and Horses. However, she ended up missing out on the part, which was given to Gwyneth Strong. Author Mike Jones explained: “She auditioned for the role and it was felt that perhaps she was probably a little too glamorous for…how can I say it diplomatically? “Our lanky Trotter brother.” Best 80s sitcoms We take a look at some of the best sitcoms to air on TV in the 80s. The Simpsons This satirical depiction of life in the US was developed by Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, and Sam Simon. It first launched in 1989 and has been going ever since as viewers tune in to see the antics of Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie and the rest of the Springfield residents. With over 35 series making it onto the television airwaves, it has become one of the most famous and long-running television shows in history. Only Fools And Horses Widely accepted as one of the best British sitcoms of all time, Only Fools and Horses has made viewers laugh for decades. Seven series of the show were made for the BBC One from 1981 for ten years. Set in working-class Peckham, it starred Sir David Jason in his most famous role as the infamous market trader Derek “Del Boy” Trotter. Nicholas Lyndhurst starred as his younger half-brother, Rodney Trotter. In 2004, it was voted as Britain’s Best Sitcom in a BBC poll. Full House The US sitcom Full House was created in 1987 with Bob Saget starring father-of-three Danny Tanner. After his wife died, he called in the help of his brother-in-law Jesse (John Stamos) and best friend Joey (Dave Coulier) to move in and help raise his young daughters, DJ (Candace Cameron Bure), Stephanie (Jodie Sweetin) and Michelle (Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen). After eight series, the show came to an end before Netflix revived the franchise for a spin-off, Fuller House. Golden Girls Seven series aired from 1985 until 1992. It followed Four women – who were previously married – moved in together in a shared apartment in Miami. Together, they faced various struggles and encounter comical situations in their daily lives. Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, and Estelle Getty starred in roles that short them to superstardom. Cheers 1982 was the year that saw the inception of Cheers. An eclectic group of people from all different paths of life meet at a bar Cheers. The boston boozer sees the group share their experiences as they work and drank at the establishment. It starred the likes of Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman. Huge names such as Kelsey Grammer, Woody Harrelson and Kirstie Alley also starred in the hit series. Growing Pains Dr. Jason Seaver (Alan Thicke) is a psychiatrist who works from home so his wife, Maggie (Joanna Kerns), can resume her career as a journalist. They share three children, Mike (Kirk Cameron), Carol (Tracey Gold), and Ben (Jeremy Miller). This was before their precocious daughter Chrissy (Ashley Johnson) was born. The programme tackled topical issues such as drugs, suicide, peer pressure and al

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‘Mouldy’ Only Fools and Horses flat now so expensive Del Boy and Rodney would need to be millionaires to live there --[Reported by Umva mag]

ONLY Fools and Horses’ iconic flat is now so expensive Del Boy and Rodney would struggle to afford it.

The iconic BBC sitcom, which was created by John Sullivan, ran for just seven series but is still adored to this day.

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Del Boy would need to be a millionaire these days to afford his flat
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a family posing for a picture on a couch in front of a wall with british flags on it
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The iconic Only Fools and Horses abode was set on a council estate in Peckham[/caption]
a yellow van is parked in front of a tall building
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The tower block that served as the exterior for the Trotters’ flat is actually based in Acton, Ealing in West London[/caption]
a shower curtain with birds on it hangs in a bathroom
We previously revealed how some residents are living in mouldy conditions at the iconic block

Nelson Mandela House was used as the backdrop for Del Boy and Rodney’s home in the show.

At one point the three-bedroom flat, located on a Peckham council estate, was home to up six members of the Trotters clan, including Uncle Albert who moved in after grandad’s death.

The actual tower block is located in Ealing, West London and is still in use.

But with today’s prices Del Boy would need a lot of cash to afford the small abode.

Foxtons estate agents have valued a similar three-bed in the area at an eye-watering £593,706 in today’s prices.

Depending on the property, sales can range between £300,000 to £1,300,000.

However, it was previously revealed the building is due to be torn down and replaced by flats worth £850million.

Latest reports suggest the demolition will take place in three years’ time in 2027.

Residents living in the block previously told The Sun how the flats are “dangerous and mouldy”.

Locals added that the area is plagued by a “drug industry” and drinking culture that leaves them fearing for their families’ safety.

Meanwhile, it was recently revealed how Liz Hurley had been in the running to play Cassandra in Only Fools and Horses.

However, she ended up missing out on the part, which was given to Gwyneth Strong.

Author Mike Jones explained: “She auditioned for the role and it was felt that perhaps she was probably a little too glamorous for…how can I say it diplomatically?

“Our lanky Trotter brother.”

Best 80s sitcoms

We take a look at some of the best sitcoms to air on TV in the 80s.

The Simpsons

This satirical depiction of life in the US was developed by Matt Groening, James L. Brooks, and Sam Simon. It first launched in 1989 and has been going ever since as viewers tune in to see the antics of Homer, Marge, Bart, Lisa, Maggie and the rest of the Springfield residents. With over 35 series making it onto the television airwaves, it has become one of the most famous and long-running television shows in history.

Only Fools And Horses

Widely accepted as one of the best British sitcoms of all time, Only Fools and Horses has made viewers laugh for decades. Seven series of the show were made for the BBC One from 1981 for ten years. Set in working-class Peckham, it starred Sir David Jason in his most famous role as the infamous market trader Derek “Del Boy” Trotter. Nicholas Lyndhurst starred as his younger half-brother, Rodney Trotter. In 2004, it was voted as Britain’s Best Sitcom in a BBC poll.

Full House

The US sitcom Full House was created in 1987 with Bob Saget starring father-of-three Danny Tanner. After his wife died, he called in the help of his brother-in-law Jesse (John Stamos) and best friend Joey (Dave Coulier) to move in and help raise his young daughters, DJ (Candace Cameron Bure), Stephanie (Jodie Sweetin) and Michelle (Mary Kate and Ashley Olsen). After eight series, the show came to an end before Netflix revived the franchise for a spin-off, Fuller House.

Golden Girls

Seven series aired from 1985 until 1992. It followed Four women – who were previously married – moved in together in a shared apartment in Miami. Together, they faced various struggles and encounter comical situations in their daily lives. Bea Arthur, Betty White, Rue McClanahan, and Estelle Getty starred in roles that short them to superstardom.

Cheers

1982 was the year that saw the inception of Cheers. An eclectic group of people from all different paths of life meet at a bar Cheers. The boston boozer sees the group share their experiences as they work and drank at the establishment. It starred the likes of Ted Danson, Shelley Long, Rhea Perlman. Huge names such as Kelsey Grammer, Woody Harrelson and Kirstie Alley also starred in the hit series.

Growing Pains

Dr. Jason Seaver (Alan Thicke) is a psychiatrist who works from home so his wife, Maggie (Joanna Kerns), can resume her career as a journalist. They share three children, Mike (Kirk Cameron), Carol (Tracey Gold), and Ben (Jeremy Miller). This was before their precocious daughter Chrissy (Ashley Johnson) was born. The programme tackled topical issues such as drugs, suicide, peer pressure and alcohol.






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