Spacious 3LDK Apartment in Sakai with Pet-Friendly Policy and High Security
This well-presented apartment for sale in Sakai, Osaka, offers a comfortable 3LDK layout with a total wall-core area of 75.6 sqm (approximately 22.86 tsubo). Located on the 2nd floor of a 15-story building constructed in July 2003, the property is conveniently within a 5-6 minute walk from Nankai Sakai Station and an 8-minute walk from Hankai Line's Hanadaguchi Station, providing excellent access to central Osaka and the wider Kansai region.
Key features and equipment, as detailed in the agent's notes, include a counter kitchen, IH cooking heater, heated toilet seat with bidet function, auto bath, washbasin with shower, built-in storage in all rooms, closet, laundry machine space, all-electric system, elevator (two or more units), delivery box, and a double-lock door with a dimple key for enhanced pickpocketing resistance. The building is managed by Kanden Community and boasts a full-time, daytime superintendent. Importantly, pets are allowed upon consultation, making it a rare find for pet owners. The apartment also comes with the assurance of a Construction Housing Performance Evaluation certificate, providing official verification of its quality.
Monthly running costs include a management fee of 12,480 yen and a repair reserve fund of 15,120 yen. Parking is available for two vehicles at 4,500 yen per month per space. Bicycle parking is available for 200 yen/month, and motorcycle parking for 500 yen/month. The exterior walls are concrete, and the unit features a wide 14.6 sqm balcony facing southwest for ample sunlight.
The surrounding Sakai area is rich in history, having been a major international trading port in the 16th century. Today, it blends this historical significance with modern convenience. The property is situated close to various shopping facilities, including Life supermarket and MUJI. A major nearby landmark is the iconic Ōtorii (Grand Gate) of Sumiyoshi Taisha, one of Japan's oldest and most important Shinto shrines, located a short train ride away, offering a serene escape into traditional Japanese architecture and culture.
