Compact and Convenient 2DK Apartment in Osaka's Suminoe Ward
This affordable rental apartment, located in the Higashikagaya 2-chome area of Osaka's Suminoe Ward, offers a practical living solution with several notable features. The property is a 2DK layout with a total private floor area of 30.51 sqm (approximately 9.22 tsubo), comprising a 6-tatami mat Japanese-style room and a 4.5-tatami mat Japanese-style room. A key highlight is that all living rooms come equipped with built-in storage, providing valuable space-saving solutions.
According to the agent's notes on equipment and features, the apartment includes a separate bath and toilet, with the bathroom featuring a re-heating function for the bath water. This means residents can enjoy a warm bath at any time of day, regardless of their return home schedule, and it conveniently accommodates different family bath times. Other equipment includes a shower, space for a gas cooker, a washing machine placement area, a fire alarm (detector), a corner room location, city gas, hot water supply, and a free bicycle parking area.
The financial terms are tenant-friendly. The monthly rent is 45,000 JPY with no monthly management or common area fees. The initial costs include a key money (reikin) payment of 150,000 JPY, while the security deposit (shikikin) is listed as zero. The contract period is 2 years with a renewal fee, and tenant guarantee company membership is required (Japan Residence Guarantee). A non-life insurance policy for household goods, costing approximately 19,000 JPY for 2 years, is also a condition, though details may change depending on the tenant and conditions.
The two-story wooden apartment building was constructed in September 1972. The unit is located on the 1st floor of a 2-story structure. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
The Higashikagaya neighborhood in Suminoe Ward offers convenient daily living. The area is well-served by local shopping options like the APRO Kagaya store and a FamilyMart convenience store within a few hundred meters. For a major cultural excursion, residents can easily visit the iconic Sumiyoshi Taisha, one of Japan's oldest and most important Shinto shrines, famous for its unique architectural style and beautiful grounds. The apartment provides access to multiple train stations, including the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line's Kitakagaya Station (11-minute walk) and the Nankai Main Line's Kohanada Station (12-minute walk), connecting you to central Osaka and beyond.
