My Grandfather (retired Navy Seal) bought his house from a police auction. It has 15+ acres (I forget how much) a couple of horse stables (which he made use of, he got 2 horses and is breeding them) some sheds and stuff. The house is frickin huge, 4 bedroom, 2 bath but the rooms are as big as a football field. It was hella cheap though I dont remember how much exactly.
You sure it isn't built on top of a cemetery or something?