Compact and Affordable Apartment in Hiroshima's Gion District
This rental apartment, located in the quiet residential neighborhood of Gion 5-chome in Hiroshima's Asa Minami Ward, offers a simple and cost-effective living solution. The property is a 1K layout with a total private floor area of 19.87 sqm (approximately 6.01 tsubo), featuring a 6-tatami mat Western-style room. The building is a two-story wooden structure, and this unit is situated on the first floor of the second story. It was built in February 1991.
Key financial terms make this an accessible option. The monthly rent is 22,000 JPY with no additional administrative 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 16,500 JPY and an interior cleaning fee. The contract period is one year with a renewal fee, and a free rent period is available. Tenant insurance is required, estimated at 19,000 JPY for two years for comprehensive rental housing insurance, though details may change depending on the occupant and conditions. Guarantor company services are also available.
The apartment comes equipped with a toilet, shower, gas stove, storage space, air conditioning, optical fiber internet readiness, an indoor space for a washing machine, flooring, lighting fixtures, propane gas, and hot water supply. A bicycle parking area is available. Special notes from the agent highlight that the area is a quiet residential neighborhood with good sunlight. The listing is also noted as a student-friendly property, though key money or agent fees may be charged depending on conditions.
The Gion area of Asa Minami Ward is a well-established residential part of Hiroshima, known for its peaceful streets. A major landmark not far away is the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Park and Atomic Bomb Dome, a UNESCO World Heritage Site located roughly 5 kilometers to the southwest, serving as a profound memorial and a central point for visitors to the city.
