Compact and Affordable Apartment in Kurume, Fukuoka
This apartment, located in Kurume City, Fukuoka Prefecture, offers a compact and budget-friendly living option. The property is a one-room unit with a wall-core area of 19 sqm (approximately 5.74 tsubo), situated on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in March 1997. The monthly rent is a very affordable 99,000 yen, with no additional management or common service fees. Key financial benefits include no security deposit (敷金無), no key money (礼金無), and a free initial cost campaign. This campaign covers key exchange fees, the first year's guarantee association fee, up to one month of free initial rent, and free building-wide 1GB internet.
According to the agent's notes, the apartment features a separate bath and toilet, a shower, allowable gas stove, laminate flooring, and uses propane gas. A special note (特記備考) explicitly states, "住居としては利用が難しいです," which translates to "It is difficult to use as a residence." This important caveat suggests potential limitations for standard living. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy. Parking is available for an additional 4,400 yen per month, and other running costs include a monthly insurance premium of 700 yen. The lease contract is for two years with a renewal fee, and tenant guarantee company membership is required.
The apartment is conveniently located about a 9-minute walk from Kurume Daigaku-mae Station on the Kyudai Main Line, providing access to the wider Fukuoka region. The area is part of Kurume City, known for its historical sites and traditional crafts like Kurume Kasuri (ikat fabric). An interesting local landmark is the Kurume Suitengu, a shrine dedicated to the god of water and children, which is a popular destination for prayers for safe childbirth and child welfare.
