Compact and Affordable Apartment in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture
This apartment offers a compact and economical living solution in Izumo City, Shimane Prefecture. The property is a 1K layout with a total private area of 21 square meters (approximately 6.35 tsubo), located on the second floor of a reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in August 1990. The monthly rent is a very affordable 30,000 yen, with no additional monthly management or common service fees. The initial costs include a security deposit (敷金) of two months' rent (60,000 yen) and a key money (礼金) of one month's rent (30,000 yen).
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, a gas stove, a shoe box, air conditioning, lighting fixtures, a fire alarm (detector), and uses propane gas. There is a free, unmanaged bicycle parking area. The building has a total of 8 units. The apartment is currently vacant and the move-in date is negotiable. The lease contract period is one year with no renewal fee. A small short-term insurance from the Zenkanken (全管協) is required, costing 18,000 yen for two years, though the details may change depending on the tenant and conditions. Rental guarantee services are available through Epocard Corporation. Credit card payments are accepted as a condition. Pets are not allowed, but single occupants are acceptable. The property is listed as a general intermediary transaction.
The apartment is situated in the Koyama-cho area of Izumo City. A notable landmark in the region is the iconic Izumo Taisha Grand Shrine, one of Japan's oldest and most important Shinto shrines, located approximately a 20-minute drive away. The area is rich in Japanese mythology and history, offering a unique cultural living experience away from the bustle of major metropolitan centers.