Modern and Affordable Apartment in Osaka's Historic Habikino City
This charming apartment, located in Habikino City, Osaka Prefecture, offers a comfortable and recently renovated living space at an accessible price. The property is a 1DK layout with a total private floor area of 24 sqm (approximately 7.26 tsubo), featuring a 6-tatami mat Western-style room and a 4-tatami mat Dining-Kitchen area. Situated on the second floor of a small, four-unit wooden building constructed in March 1995, this corner unit benefits from a quiet residential environment, making it ideal for remote work.
The apartment underwent a comprehensive renovation in May 2023. Key improvements include the installation of a brand-new air conditioning unit, refurbishment of the bathroom with a window, and updates to the toilet with new CF (chlorine-free) fixtures and wall coverings. The kitchen received new floor paneling, and the entire interior features fresh flooring, walls, and ceiling finishes. The unit is move-in ready and comes with house cleaning already completed.
Equipment & Features (Translated from Agent Notes): The property is equipped with a separate bath and toilet, a washbasin, air conditioning, optical fiber internet readiness, a laundry machine space, and is a corner room on the top floor. Building amenities include bicycle and motorcycle parking. A special note highlights that all rooms are corner rooms, and the unit includes a one-ken (approx. 1.8m) closet, providing ample storage for those with many belongings.
Rental Conditions: The monthly rent is a very reasonable 30,000 JPY with no additional monthly management or common area fees. There is no key money (reikin) and no security deposit (shikikin). A one-time insurance fee of 24,000 JPY for a two-year fire insurance policy is required. The lease contract is for two years with no renewal fee. A guarantor company membership is required, with an initial cost of 20,000 JPY and an annual renewal fee of 15,000 JPY. Parking is available nearby for 5,000 JPY per month.
The apartment is conveniently located within a 12-minute walk from Kori Station, served by both the Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line and the Kintetsu Nagano Line, providing excellent access to central Osaka. The area of Habikino is rich in history, being part of the ancient Mozu-Furuichi Kofun Group, a UNESCO World Heritage site of monumental tomb mounds. The closest major landmark from this historic area is the iconic Osaka Castle, a symbol of the city's powerful past, easily accessible via train.
