American TikToker Bought a House in Croatia for 5000 Euros: Forest, Neighborly Help, and Dream Life or Nightmare?
Have you ever heard of someone buying a house for just 5000 euros? No joke! American TikToker Justus did exactly that – in the heart of Krapina-Zagorje County, deep in the forest, he bought a house for a mere 5000 euros. But it’s not all sunshine and rainbows.
Where is the house?
Justus refuses to reveal the exact location to keep his privacy. However, the local community knows him well and has been helping him with everything – from clearing the path to tiling. The local mayor even promised assistance with water and graveling the road so Justus can drive to the house.
How did he get the house?
A friend from Zagreb told him about a house bought on Facebook Marketplace for 5000 euros. Justus decided to buy it from his friend, even though he only saw the house from the outside. The house was neglected, with no road access, but now Justus is working hard to renovate it.
Why did he buy the house?
Justus is a public figure on social media and admits it is very stressful. He was looking for a place to retreat from the public eye and find peace. The house in the forest is his sanctuary, a place to rest and recharge.
How much does he earn?
Content creation on social media is not easy and costs a lot. Justus has two employees helping him and earns about 100,000 euros annually. Out of that, 40,000 euros go to salaries, 40,000 to content production costs, and the rest is invested in new projects like this house.
Life in the forest is not easy
The first few weeks were the hardest. There was no road, everything was overgrown, but Justus is not giving up. He plans to add a bathroom, convert the attic into an extra bedroom, and make the house a true refuge.
What can we learn?
This story shows how important it is to have a place to escape the stress of modern life, but also how hard it is to start a new life in the wilderness. Justus’s adventure is inspiring but also a warning – not everything is as perfect as it looks on Instagram.
If you ever dreamed of buying a house in the forest for a bargain, maybe it’s time to think twice! What do you think about this? Would you dare to take such a step? Share your thoughts, maybe together we’ll uncover more secrets of forest life!
