Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Kyoto's Serene Kamigamo Area
This 1K apartment, located in the naturally rich Kamigamo area of Kyoto's Kita Ward, offers a comfortable and convenient living space. The monthly rent is 23,000 yen with a 3,000 yen management fee. A security deposit of 50,000 yen is required, with no key money. The apartment is situated on the 2nd floor of a 3-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in March 1983. The unit has a wall-core area of 19.47 sqm (approximately 5.88 tsubo).
Essential equipment includes a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, a gas kitchen with a single-burner gas stove, storage space, air conditioning, BS and CS antenna terminals, fiber-optic internet (with free internet usage), and furnished appliances including a TV, refrigerator, and microwave. The property uses propane gas for cooking and hot water. Building amenities include a coin laundry, free bicycle parking, and free motorcycle parking. An on-site garage is available for tenants at a monthly rate of 4,400 yen.
Special notes highlight that the apartment comes with six brand-new furniture and appliance items: a refrigerator, microwave, TV, TV stand, rug mat, and lace curtains. Important contractual details: a short-term cancellation fee of 30,000 yen applies for contracts terminated in under one year, and 20,000 yen for under two years. The lease is for two years with a renewal option (subject to conditions). Renewal involves a fee of 0.5 months' rent and a renewal commission of 0.55 months' rent (tax included). A document fee of 10,000 yen (pre-tax) is charged at contract signing. Tenant requirements include a guarantor. The property is not suitable for pets, is limited to single occupancy, does not allow students, musical instruments, two-person occupancy, room sharing, DIY, customization, smoking, or use as an office/SOHO. It welcomes students and requires credit card payment for the guarantee company fee. The initial guarantee fee is 10,000 yen for students, and 40% of the total rent (minimum 16,000 yen) for working adults, with an annual renewal guarantee fee of 10,000 yen. An indoor disinfection service costs 17,600 yen and a fire extinguisher is 6,600 yen. A cleaning fee starts from 12,100 yen. Water costs approximately 2,000 yen per month.
The Kamigamo area is known for its lush greenery and proximity to several universities, with Kyoto Sangyo University and Kyoto Seika University both about a 10-minute bicycle ride away. An interesting local fact is that the area is home to the historic Kamo Shrines, a UNESCO World Heritage site. The closest major landmark is the stunning Kinkaku-ji Temple, the famous Golden Pavilion, which is a short bus or taxi ride from the neighborhood.
