SheMore Yokogoshi 201: A Bright and Quiet Apartment in Niigata
This rental apartment, SheMore Yokogoshi Room 201, offers a comfortable and convenient living space in a quiet residential neighborhood of Niigata City. The property is a 1K layout with a total floor area of 20.37 sqm (approximately 6.16 tsubo), featuring a separate bath and toilet, a 5.8-jo loft space for extra storage or flexible use, and a south-facing orientation that ensures excellent sunlight. The unit is equipped with an IH cooking heater, air conditioning, LPG, an indoor washing machine space, BS/antenna terminals, CATV, a TV monitor intercom, and curtains. Internet service is provided free of charge. The building is a two-story wooden structure, and this unit is located on the second floor with no units above, ensuring added privacy and quiet.
The agent's notes provide essential details on fees and conditions. The property is offered with a refrigerator, microwave, and washing machine included. A key point is that the agency's commission fee is 0 yen for contracts made through them. If the optional appliance package is not chosen, the monthly rent becomes 25,000 yen. There is a renewal administrative fee of 16,500 yen charged every two years. Upon moving out, a cleaning fee of 49,500 yen will be charged. Early termination penalties apply: 100,000 yen for cancellation within 6 months of contract signing, and 40,000 yen for cancellation within one year. A guarantee company membership is required, with an initial委托 fee of 20,000 yen and a monthly guarantee fee of 1% of the total monthly rent. Monthly costs include a 3,000 yen common area fee, a 500 yen neighborhood association fee, and a 4,400 yen parking fee if required.
The apartment is situated in Niigata's Konan Ward, a well-developed area of the city. Niigata is famous for its high-quality rice, sake, and beautiful coastal scenery along the Sea of Japan. An interesting local fact is that Niigata City is sometimes called the "City of Water" due to its two major rivers, the Shinano and Agano, which flow through the urban area. The closest major landmark is the historic Niigata City Aquarium Marinepia Nihonkai, a popular family attraction showcasing marine life from the Sea of Japan, located approximately a 20-minute drive away.
