Compact and Affordable Apartment in Hiroshima's Asaminami Ward
This rental apartment, located in the Nishihara 2-chome area of Hiroshima's Asaminami Ward, offers a practical and affordable living solution. The property is a 2DK layout with a total private floor area of 29.75 sqm (approximately 8.99 tsubo), comprising a 4.5-tatami Japanese-style room, a 6.0-tatami Western-style room, and a 4.5-tatami dining-kitchen area. The monthly rent is a very reasonable 22,000 yen with no additional management fees. The move-in costs include a security deposit (敷金) equivalent to two months' rent and a key money (礼金) equivalent to one month's rent.
According to the agent's notes, the apartment is equipped with a separate bath and toilet, shower, gas stove, storage space, air conditioning, a washing machine space, and a balcony. It is a corner unit with propane gas and hot water supply. Bicycle parking is available. Special notes highlight that the property is suitable for seniors (高齢者向け) and enjoys good sunlight (日当たり良好). A crucial remark states that for individuals receiving welfare benefits, the rent is set at 35,000 yen (福祉の方は家賃が35,000円となります).
The building itself is a two-story wooden structure built in March 1972. The apartment is located on the second floor. The contract period is two years with a renewal fee, and tenant insurance is required. The location is highly convenient, with Astram Line Gion-Shinbashi-Kita Station just a 7-minute walk away and the Nishihara Nichome bus stop a 2-minute walk.
The surrounding Asaminami Ward is a residential area of Hiroshima known for its balance of urban convenience and access to nature. An interesting fact is that the nearby Hijiyama Park was a pivotal communications hub for the Imperial Japanese Army during World War II and is now a peaceful spot famous for its cherry blossoms and the Hiroshima City Manga Library. The closest major landmark is the iconic Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site located a short train ride away in central Hiroshima, serving as a profound memorial to the victims of the atomic bomb.
