Affordable Coastal Living in Saiki, Oita: A 3K Akiya with Potential
This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a coastal home in the port town of Kamae, Saiki City, Oita Prefecture, for the remarkably low price of 300,000 yen. The house, designated as Saiki City Akiya Bank No. 301, is a two-storey reinforced concrete (RC) structure built in January 1976, offering a total floor area of 60.70 square meters on a 42.44 square meter corner plot. The layout is a 3K configuration, providing three rooms plus a kitchen/dining space.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with a septic tank (浄化槽), propane gas (プロパンガス), and public water supply (公営水道). The location is described as a quiet residential area with a southern orientation. Additional features include a system kitchen, two toilets, a bath with re-heating function (追焚機能), a monitor-equipped intercom, and parking for two or more vehicles, making it potentially suitable for multi-generational living (二世帯向).
The special remarks (備考) provide key distances to local amenities: Kamae Shonan Gakuen is 1.7km away, Mitarashi Hospital is a very close 0.24km, a supermarket is within 0.6km, and the nearest convenience store is 5.3km from the property. Access involves a 78-minute bus ride from JR Saiki Station on the Nippo Main Line, followed by a 100-meter walk from the Nakamura-guchi bus stop.
The area of Saiki offers a rich natural and cultural environment. An interesting local fact is that Saiki City is home to the Saiki Bay, known for its intricate ria coastline and rich marine life, making it a popular spot for fishing and coastal exploration. The closest major tourist attraction is the stunning Takasaki Monkey Park, located approximately 30km away, where visitors can observe wild Japanese macaques in their natural habitat.
