Compact and Affordable Apartment in Numazu, Shizuoka
This rental apartment in Numazu, Shizuoka, offers a highly affordable living solution with minimal initial costs. The monthly rent is 20,000 yen, with an additional 3,000 yen in management fees. A key feature is the zero deposit and zero key money requirement, making it an excellent option for those looking to reduce upfront moving expenses. The property is also pet-friendly, subject to consultation, and allows for two-person occupancy, home office (SOHO) use, or even use as a business office.
The apartment itself is a 5.54 tsubo (approximately 18.34 sqm) one-room unit located on the second floor of a two-story wooden building constructed in May 1986. It faces southeast for good natural light. The unit comes equipped with an air conditioner, a toilet with a bidet function, a bathroom and toilet in the same room, a gas stove, storage space, a shoe box, CATV wiring, an indoor laundry area, an indoor drying space, lighting fixtures, and a monitor-equipped intercom. It is a corner room on the top floor. The building offers a free bicycle parking area, and a paid parking space is available for 5,000 yen per month. An optional parking space off-site is also available for 3,000 yen per month, located 29 meters away. For pet owners, please note that key money (equivalent to one month's rent or more) will be added. An optional 24-hour安心サポート (peace-of-mind support) service is available for 16,500 yen per two-year period. The contract term is two years, with a renewal fee equal to one month's new rent. Credit card payment for initial costs is accepted.
The apartment is situated in the Hara district of Numazu City. It is just a 3-minute walk from Hara Station on the Tokaido Main Line, providing excellent access to the Greater Tokyo and Shizuoka areas. The area is residential and convenient, with a primary school, a post office, a bank, and convenience stores all within easy walking distance. An interesting local fact is that Numazu is a port city at the mouth of the Kano River, famous for its fresh seafood, particularly sakura shrimp and Japanese horse mackerel. The closest major landmark is the iconic Mount Fuji, which is beautifully visible across Suruga Bay and is approximately a 30-minute drive from the city center, offering stunning views and numerous recreational opportunities.
