Compact and Affordable Apartment in Himeji's Shosha-dai Area
This rental apartment, located in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, offers a compact and budget-friendly living solution. The property is a one-room unit with a total floor area of 18.63 sqm (approximately 5.63 tsubo), situated on the first floor of a two-story wooden building constructed in February 1993. The monthly rent is a very affordable 23,000 yen, with no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金) required. Additional monthly costs include an 800 yen neighborhood association fee and optional services: a water purifier lease for 1,100 yen and a 24-hour life support service for 2,500 yen.
Key equipment and features of the apartment include a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a washbasin, a 2-burner stove, a closet, air conditioning, a BS terminal, internet-ready wiring with no usage fees, an indoor space for a washing machine, lighting fixtures, propane gas, running water, sewerage, and hot water supply. The unit also has a balcony. The property is managed by Real Trust Co., Ltd., with a caretaker performing regular patrols. The contract period is 2 years, and a renewal fee applies. This is a periodic rental contract (定期借家). Pet consultation is available, with small dogs and cats permitted.
Special notes indicate that a credit card can be used for payments. A rental guarantee is required through Intrust Inc., with an initial guarantee fee of 40% of one month's rent (this may change if another guarantee company is approved). An inspection has been performed. One-time move-in costs include a key replacement fee starting from 16,500 yen and an interior cleaning fee starting from 38,500 yen. The floor plan is subject to the actual current condition of the property.