Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Tosu's Quiet Residential Area
This 1K apartment, located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Tosu City, Saga Prefecture, offers a comfortable and affordable living space. The property is a 24 sqm (approximately 7.26 tsubo) unit on the first floor of a three-story steel-framed building constructed in March 1989. The monthly rent is 24,000 yen, with a monthly common area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金) required, making initial moving costs more manageable.
According to the agent's notes, the apartment is situated in a quiet area with good sunlight. It faces a main road, providing convenience for commuting and school travel. The kitchen area has enough space to accommodate a refrigerator and dish rack, which the staff highly recommends. There is also a plan available where initial moving-in costs can be kept under 50,000 yen, allowing for a budget-friendly relocation.
The apartment comes equipped with a toilet, separate bath and toilet, shower, space for a gas stove, storage space, air conditioning, a monitor-equipped intercom, and uses propane gas. A bicycle parking area is available. A parking space is also available for an additional 3,300 yen per month. Other fixed monthly costs include a flat-rate water charge of 3,000 yen and an Irwin Support fee of 1,700 yen, which includes insurance. A one-time key replacement fee of 18,700 yen applies. The rental contract requires a one-year term with renewal fees and mandatory guarantee company enrollment.
The area of Tosu is a key transportation hub in northern Kyushu, strategically located at the intersection of major highways and rail lines connecting Fukuoka, Nagasaki, and Kumamoto. An interesting local fact is that Tosu is famous for its production of "Tosu no Tsubo" (Tosu pots), a traditional ceramic ware with a history dating back to the Edo period. The closest major landmark is the Tosu Premium Outlets, one of the largest outlet shopping malls in western Japan, offering a wide range of domestic and international brands.
