Compact and Affordable Apartment in Himeji, Hyogo
This rental apartment in Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture, offers a compact and economical living solution. The property is a one-room unit located on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in March 1988. The private floor area is 14.04 square meters (approximately 4.24 tsubo), laid out as a 4.5-tatami mat Japanese-style room. The main exposure is to the south, and the unit includes a balcony.
Key financial terms are notably tenant-friendly. The monthly rent is 20,000 yen with no additional management or common service fees. There is no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金). Initial move-in costs include a key replacement fee starting from 11,000 yen. Monthly running costs consist of a neighborhood association fee of 500 yen and a "Peace of Mind Support" fee of 880 yen. Upon moving out, tenants are responsible for a house cleaning fee of 38,500 yen and an antibacterial treatment fee of 11,000 yen. The lease term is two years, and renters insurance is required (approximately 16,000 yen for two years). A rental guarantee through Ierabu Partners Co., Ltd. is also mandatory. The previous rent was 22,000 yen.
The apartment's equipment includes a combined bath and toilet unit, an electric cooktop, storage space, an air conditioner, and the property uses propane gas. The building houses a total of 13 units. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
The location in the Idenkyo area of Himeji provides convenient daily amenities. Within a short walk, residents have access to a Shinshu Credit Union bank branch, a Seven-Eleven convenience store, a MaxValu supermarket, a Daiso variety store, and a Hokka Hokka Tei restaurant. The area is steeped in history, being home to the magnificent Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of Japan's most iconic and well-preserved feudal castles, located approximately 3 kilometers from the property.
