Compact and Affordable Apartment in Tsurugashima, Saitama
This rental apartment offers a simple and economical living solution in Tsurugashima City, Saitama Prefecture. The property is a 1K layout with a total private area of 16 square meters (approximately 4.84 tsubo), featuring a 6-tatami mat Western-style room and a 1-tatami mat kitchen area. The building is a two-story wooden structure, and this unit is located on the first floor of the second story. It was built in March 1970.
Key financial details include a monthly rent of 19,000 yen, with a monthly common-area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. The initial costs consist of a one-month security deposit (敷金) and a one-month gratuity fee (礼金). Additional monthly running costs for shared facilities like the bath, toilet, and laundry are approximately 3,000 yen for gas and water. The lease contract period is two years, with a renewal fee required. Tenant insurance is mandatory, costing around 18,000 yen for two years for household goods coverage, and a rental guarantee company membership (e.g., J-Lease Co., Ltd.) is also required.
Important agent notes specify that this property is male-only and pets are not allowed. The transaction type is exclusive agency. The apartment comes with standard equipment. Please note that the floor plan is subject to the actual condition of the property.
The location is highly convenient, situated within an 8-minute walk from Tsurugashima Station on the Tobu Tojo Line, providing easy access to central Tokyo. The immediate neighborhood offers daily necessities with a Lawson convenience store 262 meters away, a Hanshin Credit Union bank branch at 206 meters, and several shopping options like Komodi Iida Tsurugashima and Ozam Value Kawagoe Amanuma stores within a 500-meter radius. The area is part of the greater Saitama region, known for its quieter residential atmosphere compared to central Tokyo. An interesting local fact is that Tsurugashima is home to the 'Mobara' district, which is famous for its production of traditional Japanese 'geta' sandals. The closest major landmark is the historic Kawagoe City, often called "Little Edo" for its beautifully preserved old merchant houses and warehouse district, located just a short train ride away.
