Compact and Convenient One-Room Apartment in Osaka's Miyakojima Ward
This rental apartment offers a compact and affordable living solution in the vibrant city of Osaka. The property is a one-room layout with a 6-tatami mat Japanese-style room, providing a total private floor area of 13 square meters (approximately 3.93 tsubo). The apartment is located on the 1st floor of a two-story wooden building constructed in July 1957.
Key financial details include a monthly rent of 23,000 yen with an additional 2,000 yen monthly management/common area fee. Notably, there is no key money (礼金) and no security deposit (敷金), significantly reducing the initial moving costs. The lease contract is for a 2-year term with a renewal fee required. Additional mandatory costs include a one-time insurance fee of 15,000 yen for a 2-year fire insurance policy and a guarantee company membership fee.
According to the agent's notes, the property features include a gas stove and storage space. Special remarks highlight its proximity to a shopping district and the presence of a shared rooftop drying area. Utility estimates are provided, with water charges for a single occupant at approximately 1,600 yen and a shared lighting fee of 500 yen.
The location is highly accessible, within a 10-minute walk from both the JR Osaka Loop Line's Kyobashi Station and the Keihan Electric Railway's Kyobashi Station, offering excellent connectivity. The area of Miyakojima is a dynamic residential and commercial district in Osaka. An interesting local fact is that the ward is home to the Osaka City Museum of Fine Arts, housed in a former headquarters of the Naniwa Spinners Association, showcasing a blend of industrial history and culture. The closest major landmark is the iconic Osaka Castle, a historic fortress set in a vast park, easily accessible from the nearby stations.
