Compact and Affordable Apartment in the Quiet Residential Area of Masuda, Shimane
This rental apartment, located in the peaceful residential neighborhood of Shimohongo-cho in Masuda City, Shimane Prefecture, offers a compact and economical living solution. The property is a 1K layout with a total private floor area of 21.3 sqm (approximately 6.44 tsubo), comprising a 6-tatami mat Japanese-style room and a 2-tatami mat kitchen area. It is situated on the second floor of a two-story, steel-framed building constructed in August 1985. The apartment features a balcony and is a corner unit on the top floor with no units above, ensuring extra quiet and privacy.
Key financial details include a monthly rent of 30,000 JPY, with a common service fee of 2,000 JPY and a neighborhood association fee of 700 JPY per month. The initial costs consist of a security deposit (敷金) equivalent to two months' rent (60,000 JPY) and a key money (礼金) of one month's rent (30,000 JPY). A one-time agency fee of 33,000 JPY is required at contract signing. Parking for one car is available free of charge. The lease term is for three years with a renewal fee, and it is not a periodic rental contract. Renters' insurance is required, costing approximately 18,000 JPY for two years for comprehensive household goods insurance, though details may vary. A rental guarantee from Japan Safety Corporation can be utilized.
The apartment's equipment includes a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, a gas stove, air conditioning, a washing machine space, and lighting fixtures. Utilities are powered by propane gas for both cooking and hot water. Please note there is no dedicated bicycle or motorcycle parking. Important conditions for occupancy: pets are not allowed, only single occupancy is permitted (no couples, no room sharing), musical instruments are prohibited, and DIY or customization of the unit is not allowed. A guarantor is required.
Agent remarks highlight that the property is located in a "quiet residential area" (閑静な住宅街). The floor plan provided should be considered a guide, as the actual condition of the unit takes precedence. The property is currently vacant, and the move-in date is negotiable.
The area of Masuda City in Shimane Prefecture is known for its rich history and natural beauty, being part of the Iwami region, which is a UNESCO Global Geopark. A major landmark near Masuda is the historic and scenic Motonosumi-Inari Shrine in nearby Nagato City, Yamaguchi Prefecture, famous for its row of over 100 vibrant red torii gates lining a cliffside overlooking the Sea of Japan.
