Compact and Convenient Apartment in Tsukuba, Ibaraki
This rental apartment, located in Tsukuba City, Ibaraki Prefecture, offers a compact and affordable living solution. The property is a 1K layout with a total private floor area of 19 square meters (approximately 5.74 tsubo). The interior comprises a 7.5-tatami mat Western-style room and a 3-tatami mat kitchen area. The building is a two-story, lightweight steel structure, and this unit is situated on the first floor of the second story. It was constructed in March 1983.
Key equipment and features of the apartment include a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, allowance for a gas stove, storage space, air conditioning, a washing machine placement area, and wooden flooring. The unit is a corner room. Notably, the hot water system and cooking utilize propane gas. A parking space is available for an additional monthly fee of 2,000 yen.
Special notes from the agent highlight the property's excellent location. It is in very close proximity to the University of Tsukuba and is adjacent to the Sakura Techno Park. The current status is occupied, and the move-in date is negotiable. The rental contract term is 2 years, with a renewal fee equivalent to half a month's rent. Tenant liability insurance is required, costing approximately 15,000 yen for a two-year period, though details may change depending on the occupant and conditions. The floor plan provided prioritizes the actual current condition of the property.
The surrounding area of Tsukuba is known as a planned science city, home to numerous national research institutes and the expansive University of Tsukuba campus. An interesting fact is that the city's Tsukuba Express line connects it directly to Akihabara in Tokyo in about 45 minutes, blending academic serenity with easy access to the capital's bustling electronics district. The closest major landmark is the iconic Mount Tsukuba, a famous twin-peaked mountain considered sacred for centuries and a popular destination for hiking and enjoying panoramic views of the Kanto plain.
