Renovated 1K Apartment in Niigata City Center with Zero Key Money
This compact and efficiently designed 1K apartment offers a comfortable living space in the heart of Niigata City. Located in Niigata Prefecture, Niigata City, Chuo Ward, Honchodori 12-bancho, the property is a renovated apartment within a small, four-unit wooden building constructed in September 2000. The unit is situated on the first floor of a two-story structure and features a total private floor area of 22.36 sqm (approximately 6.76 tsubo). The layout is a 1K with a 6-tatami mat Western-style room.
The apartment has undergone comprehensive renovations completed in August 2025. The interior refurbishment included new flooring (hardwood, etc.), complete re-wallpapering of all rooms, replacement of interior doors and fittings, and work on walls and ceilings. The wet areas were fully updated with a new kitchen, bathroom, toilet, water heater, and air conditioning unit installed. Key equipment includes a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, a closet, a shoe box, an air conditioner, an indoor space for a washing machine, hardwood flooring, lighting fixtures, and city gas supply with a city gas water heater for efficient and easy-to-use hot water.
Special notes indicate a zero deposit (敷金) requirement, with a one-month security deposit for settlement. There is no key money (礼金). Monthly costs consist of a rent of 22,000 yen, no management or common service fees, but a neighborhood association fee of 490 yen per month. A one-time agency fee of 24,200 yen applies. The property requires the tenant to join a rental guarantee (monthly rent 50% to 80%) and take out insurance (approx. 15,000 yen for 2 years for comprehensive rental housing insurance, though details may change based on occupant or conditions). The contract period is 2 years with a renewal fee. The previous rent was 16,500 yen. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
The surrounding area of central Niigata is vibrant and convenient. An interesting local fact is that Niigata City, as a major port on the Sea of Japan, has historically been a crucial gateway for cultural and trade exchange with the Asian continent. The closest major landmark is the scenic Bandai Bridge, a double-deck truss bridge spanning the Shinano River, which is a famous symbol of the city and a popular spot for walks and views.
