Compact and Affordable Apartment in Koriyama, Fukushima
This rental apartment offers a compact and budget-friendly living solution in the quiet residential area of Koriyama's Tamura-cho. The unit is a 1K layout with a 6-tatami mat Western-style room and features a balcony facing southwest, providing two-sided natural light. The monthly rent is a very affordable 22,000 yen, with a monthly common area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金) required, making initial moving costs significantly lower.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, a gas stove (which is included), storage space, air conditioning, free internet usage, a washing machine space (indoor), cushion flooring, lighting fixtures, and propane gas for water heating. Special features highlight that the apartment is suitable for seniors and is located in a quiet residential neighborhood with dual-aspect lighting.
Important remarks include that pets are negotiable, use as an office or SOHO is permitted, and senior residency is open for discussion. The property requires rental guarantee company membership (conditions vary by tenant) and property insurance (approximately 20,000 yen for two years for tenant liability coverage). A one-time end-of-tenancy house cleaning fee of 38,500 yen applies upon moving out. The building itself is a two-story wooden structure built in March 1986, and this unit is located on the second floor.
The area of Koriyama is a major commercial hub in Fukushima Prefecture. An interesting local fact is that the city is home to the 'Koriyama Lacquer Ware' tradition, a craft known for its durability and beautiful black and gold designs. The closest major landmark is the iconic Mount Bandai, a stratovolcano and popular destination for hiking and outdoor activities located within the Bandai-Asahi National Park, approximately an hour's drive from the city.
