Compact and Pet-Friendly Apartment in a Quiet Kochi Neighborhood
This rental apartment, located in Kochi City's peaceful Kita-Nakayama area, offers a comfortable and convenient living space. The monthly rent is 27,500 yen, with a monthly common area maintenance fee of 2,500 yen. A one-month security deposit and a one-month key money (reikin) are required. The property is a second-floor unit in a two-story, lightweight steel-framed apartment building constructed in October 1983. The layout is a 1K, with a total private floor area of 25 square meters (approximately 7.56 tsubo), comprising a 7-tatami mat Western-style room and a 3-tatami mat kitchen area. The unit features a balcony.
Key equipment includes a separate bath and toilet, a shower, a gas stove-compatible kitchen with a window, ample storage space throughout all rooms, an air conditioner, an indoor washing machine space, lighting fixtures, propane gas, a water heater, a free bicycle parking area, and a free motorcycle parking area. Special notes highlight that the apartment is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood. Additional remarks specify that the floor plan diagram prioritizes the actual current condition of the property.
This apartment is pet-friendly, allowing small dogs and cats, though a one-month security deposit applies for pet owners. The building has a total number of units, and the standard lease term is two years with no renewal fee. A guarantor or rental guarantee company is required for the contract. The property is currently vacant and available for immediate occupancy. On-site parking is available for 3,000 yen per month.
The surrounding area is family-friendly and convenient. The apartment is just a 2-minute walk from Takami bus stop and within walking distance of Kochi Municipal Shioe Minami Elementary School. Daily necessities are easily accessible, with supermarkets, convenience stores, and drugstores all within a 10-12 minute walk. An interesting fact about Kochi is that it is the birthplace of the revered samurai Sakamoto Ryoma, a key figure in the Meiji Restoration. The closest major landmark is the scenic Kochi Castle, one of Japan's twelve original castles, located approximately 4 kilometers from the property and offering panoramic views of the city.
