Affordable Rental House in Tagawa City, Fukuoka
This property is a detached rental house located in Tagawa City, Fukuoka Prefecture. It is a single-story wooden structure built in March 1979, with a total floor area of 50.41 square meters (approximately 15.24 tsubo). The layout is a 2DK, offering two separate rooms plus a dining-kitchen area. The property is currently vacant and available for immediate occupancy.
Key features and equipment of the house include a separate bath and toilet, a gas stove (propane gas), a boiler, flooring, and storage space. The rental price is a remarkably affordable 5,000 yen per month, with no additional management or common service fees. There is also no key money (reikin) or security deposit (shikikin). A free parking space is available within the area marked by a red line in the provided photographs.
Important notes from the agent specify several conditions. The initial costs include a 20,000 yen fire insurance premium for two years, a guarantee company fee (Nippon Safety) starting at 20,000 or 24,000 yen depending on the presence of a joint guarantor, an annual renewal fee of 10,000 yen, a mandatory bank transfer fee of 330 yen, and a contract document preparation fee of 11,000 yen (tax included). The lease term is two years, with a renewal administrative fee of 20,000 yen (pre-tax) every two years. A penalty of two months' rent applies for cancellation within the first two years. Notice of cancellation must be given one month in advance (or three months if used as a shop or office). Crucially, the contract will be officially made at a rent of 40,000 yen, but the actual monthly payment for the first year will be 5,000 yen. The property will be handed over in its current condition, with no restoration work or lock changes performed by the owner. Use as a shop or office is negotiable, but in such cases, consumption tax will be added to the rent. The exact construction date is unknown, but the confirmation date on the building confirmation application is March 1979 (Showa 54).
The area of Tagawa City in Fukuoka Prefecture is historically known for its coal mining heritage, which played a significant role in Japan's industrialization. Today, visitors can explore this history at the Tagawa City Coal Mining Historical Museum. A major nearby landmark is the iconic Kawachi Wisteria Garden in neighboring Kitakyushu City, famous for its breathtaking tunnels of vibrant wisteria flowers, which attract visitors from around the world during the spring season.
