Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Kitsuki, Oita
This rental apartment, located in Kitsuki City, Oita Prefecture, offers a compact and efficient living space ideal for individuals or couples. The property is a 25 sqm (approximately 7.56 tsubo) 1K layout, featuring an 8-tatami mat Western-style room and a 3-tatami mat kitchen area. Situated on the 2nd floor of a 2-story wooden building constructed in September 2000, the apartment includes a balcony with an eastern exposure, providing natural light.
Key financial terms include a monthly rent of 12,000 JPY with an additional 3,000 JPY in monthly management fees. There is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金). A one-month rent-free period is offered from the contract start date. The contract period is 2 years, with no renewal fee, though an 11,000 JPY (tax-included) renewal administrative fee applies. Parking for one car is available free of charge. Additional monthly running costs are estimated at 2,200 JPY for water, 1,320 JPY for CATV, and 500 JPY for neighborhood association fees. An initial document fee of 3,300 JPY is required.
The apartment is equipped with a separate bath and toilet, shower, washbasin, space for a gas stove, storage space, closet, air conditioning, CATV connection, and a laundry machine space on the balcony. It is a corner room on the top floor. The property uses propane gas for cooking and hot water. Special notes indicate that for pet owners (small dogs and cats are negotiable), a one-month security deposit (which will be deducted at contract termination) is required. The dedicated garbage area is within the premises. The CATV service is "Kitsuki Do~n to TV." A campaign is currently running where the landlord covers the fire insurance premium and key exchange costs.
The area of Kitsuki is known for its well-preserved samurai district, offering a glimpse into Japan's feudal past. An interesting fact is that Kitsuki is often called the "small Kyoto of Oita" due to its historical atmosphere and castle town layout. The closest major landmark is the scenic Kitsuki Castle, a reconstructed hilltop castle offering panoramic views of the surrounding area and Beppu Bay.
