Vintage Izu Peninsula Home in a Quiet Residential Neighborhood
This charming second-hand detached house is located in the peaceful residential area of Shirota, Higashiizu Town, Shizuoka Prefecture. Built in August 1993, this 32-year-old property offers a total floor area of 52.99 square meters on a generous 205 square meter corner plot. The home is conveniently situated approximately 20 minutes by car from the Izu Kyuko Katase-Shirota Station, providing access to the scenic Izu Peninsula railway line.
According to the agent's notes, the property is subject to the Land Readjustment Act, the Act on Regulation of Specified Embankments, prefectural ordinances, and is located within a sediment disaster alert area. This is critical information for potential buyers to consider. The property is offered 'as-is' and includes a disclaimer for non-conformity of contract. The seller is exempt from liability for defects, and there is an obligation to install a septic tank. The sale is also subject to the subdivision management regulations.
Home features include a south-facing orientation, city gas, a system kitchen, two toilet locations, a reheating function for the bath, suitability for two-generation living, and a monitor-equipped intercom. The property also offers parking for two or more vehicles.
Ownership comes with specific monthly fees: a water charge of 5,060 yen for up to 15 cubic meters, a hot spring charge of 7,480 yen for up to 10 cubic meters, and a sewage treatment fee of 820 yen. Additionally, a hot spring and water maintenance cooperation fee of 660,000 yen is due every 10 years.
The surrounding area of Higashiizu Town is renowned for its stunning coastal scenery, numerous hot spring resorts, and relaxed pace of life. An interesting local fact is that the town is part of the Izu Peninsula Geopark, recognized for its unique geological formations created by volcanic activity. The closest major tourist attraction is the spectacular Jogasaki Coast, a scenic volcanic coastline with suspension bridges and hiking trails offering breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean.