Compact and Convenient Apartment in Tokyo's Serene Bunkyo Ward
This compact 1K apartment, located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Mukogaoka 1-chome in Tokyo's Bunkyo Ward, offers a convenient urban lifestyle with excellent transport links. The property, named 'Academy Mukogaoka', is situated on the 2nd floor of a 3-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in January 1988. With a private floor area of 18.19 square meters (approximately 5.50 tsubo), the layout includes a Western-style room and a kitchen, with a southeast-facing balcony providing natural light.
Key equipment and facilities include air conditioning, an IH cooking heater, a hot water supply, and a combined bath and toilet unit. There is also a designated space for a washing machine and a balcony. Special notes on the property highlight that the exterior features tile cladding and the building is situated in a quiet residential area. An important remark is that a renewal fee equivalent to one month of the new rent is applicable at the time of contract renewal.
Monthly costs consist of a rent of 67,000 yen and a management fee of 5,000 yen. The initial move-in costs include a security deposit (敷金) of one month's rent, no key money (礼金), and a first-time guarantee fee of 70% of the total rent. Parking is not available. The apartment is currently occupied, with the move-in date subject to consultation.
The area of Bunkyo is known for its academic and cultural atmosphere, being home to the prestigious University of Tokyo. A short 3-minute walk from the property brings you to Todaimae Station on the Tokyo Metro Namboku Line, providing direct access to central hubs like Meguro and Akasaka-mitsuke. The neighborhood is peaceful, yet within easy reach of the city's energy. A major nearby landmark is the University of Tokyo's Hongo Campus, a historic and sprawling site featuring iconic architecture like the Akamon (Red Gate) and beautiful seasonal gardens, offering a serene escape within the metropolis.
