Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Aisho Town, Shiga
This rental apartment offers a practical and affordable living solution in the quiet town of Aisho, Shiga Prefecture. The unit is a 1K layout with a total private floor area of 23.42 sqm (approximately 7.08 tsubo), located on the 1st floor of a 5-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in February 1998. The monthly rent is 34,000 yen, with a monthly common area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金), helping to keep initial moving costs low.
The apartment comes partially furnished, providing a washing machine (without equipment warranty), a refrigerator (without equipment warranty), lighting fixtures (without equipment warranty), an air conditioner, and a single-burner gas stove. This inclusion of appliances significantly reduces the burden of initial setup costs for new tenants. The unit features a balcony, a separate bath and toilet, an independent washbasin area, a shoe box, and storage space. Building amenities include an elevator and a free bicycle parking area. A paid parking space is available for 3,300 yen per month. Other monthly running costs include a town fee of 250 yen, fire insurance of 800 yen, and an 'Anshin Support 24' fee of 1,100 yen.
Special notes from the agent clarify important details: This is an IT重要説明対応 property. The floor plan and equipment may differ from the listing, with the actual condition taking priority. The room key is a ten-key (digital keypad) system. The rental guarantee is required, with an initial cost of 35% of the total rent and a monthly fee of 1.5% of the total rent thereafter. The contract period is 2 years with a renewal fee. The previous rent was 16,500 yen.
The apartment is situated in Aichigawa, Aisho Town, within walking distance of daily conveniences. The area is served by the Ohmi Railway Main Line, with Aichigawa Station approximately a 17-minute walk away. Aisho Town is part of the Koto region of Shiga, known for its traditional textiles. A short drive or train ride will bring you to the shores of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest freshwater lake, which offers beautiful scenery, water sports, and lakeside cycling paths, making it a major recreational destination for residents and visitors alike.
