Spacious Modern Townhouse with Land Lease Rights in Itabashi, Tokyo
This well-presented townhouse in Itabashi Ward's Oyanaguchi Kitamachi district offers a comfortable and practical living space in a convenient Tokyo location. Built in March 2009, the property features a 2SLDK layout with a total floor area of 86.62 sqm (approximately 26.2 tsubo). The living-dining-kitchen area is a generous 17.2 tatami mats in size, creating a spacious and relaxing environment. Key interior features include a face-to-face kitchen that allows for conversation while cooking, a living room staircase that naturally encourages family interaction, and a south-facing balcony that benefits from excellent sunlight. The LD area is equipped with underfloor heating for added comfort, while the bathroom includes a window for easy ventilation and natural light. A versatile service space (S) of approximately 6 tatami mats provides room for storage or various other uses.
The building itself is a three-story wooden structure situated on a regular-shaped plot of land with a total area of 60.68 sqm (approx. 18.35 tsubo). It fronts a public road to the south with a width of approximately 6.5 meters and a frontage of about 6 meters. A built-in garage is included (suitability depends on vehicle type). All rooms are 6 tatami mats or larger. A critical detail from the agent's notes is that the land is held under an old law leasehold right (chitai-ken). The lease period runs until October 22, 2039, with a monthly lease fee of 11,010 yen.
The location is highly accessible, with multiple train lines within walking distance: a 15-minute walk to Tokyo Metro Yurakucho Line and Fukutoshin Line's Kotake-mukaihara Station, and a 16-minute walk to the Tobu Tojo Line's Nakaitabashi Station. Daily conveniences are close at hand, including an OK Supermarket a 4-minute walk away and a FamilyMart convenience store just 1 minute from the property. The area is residential and family-friendly, with Oyanaguchi Elementary School within a 5-minute walk.
Itabashi Ward is a vibrant residential part of northern Tokyo, known for its blend of urban convenience and local community atmosphere. An interesting local landmark is the historic Itabashi Hachiman Shrine, a serene spot with deep roots in the area's history. For a major tourist attraction, the iconic Tokyo Dome City complex in neighboring Bunkyo Ward is easily accessible via the train lines, offering entertainment, shopping, and the famous Tokyo Dome stadium.
