Affordable 3DK House for Rent in Kobe's Serene Izumigaoka Neighborhood
This charming two-story wooden house, built in April 1966, offers a comfortable and affordable living space in the quiet residential area of Izumigaoka, Tarumi Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. The property features a total floor area of 40 sqm (approximately 12.1 tsubo) with a 3DK layout. The interior comprises a 6-tatami Japanese-style room, two 3-tatami Japanese-style rooms, and a 4.5-tatami dining kitchen (DK). The property benefits from dual-aspect lighting and a private garden on the south side, providing pleasant natural light and outdoor space.
Key equipment and features include a separate bath and toilet, shower, high-temperature differential hot water system, a window in the bathroom, washbasin area, capability for a gas stove, storage space, air conditioning, city gas, a bicycle parking area, and a motorcycle parking space. Special notes indicate the property is suitable for seniors and is a maisonette-type layout. The agent's remarks encourage consultation for various circumstances, stating, "Please feel free to consult about anything, including those on welfare or without a guarantor." The property is pet-friendly (small dogs and cats allowed), suitable for two occupants or room sharing, but smoking is prohibited. Office use is permissible.
The monthly rent is a modest 23,000 yen, with a monthly management fee of 2,000 yen. The initial costs include a security deposit of 50,000 yen (with 50% depreciation upon contract termination) and a key exchange and indoor cleaning fee. There is no reikin (gratuity fee) or shikikin (deposit) for settlement. A two-year fixed-term contract is available with no renewal fee. A fire insurance premium of approximately 20,000 yen for two years is required. A rental guarantee service is also available for consultation.
The location is highly convenient, within an 8-minute walk from Higashi-Tarumi Station on the Sanyo Electric Railway Main Line, a 10-minute walk from Taki-no-chaya Station, and a 15-minute walk from Tarumi Station on the JR Sanyo Main Line. The serene neighborhood is close to parks and the Fukuda River. The area of Tarumi is known for its coastal views and relaxed atmosphere. A notable nearby landmark is the Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the world's longest central-span suspension bridge, connecting Kobe to Awaji Island and offering spectacular night-time illumination.
