Minaka Odawara: A Prime Commercial Space in a Historic Castle Town
This commercial property, Minaka Odawara, is a high-demand unit built in 2020, offering a spacious and comfortable environment with a monthly rent of 734,657 yen. The building is equipped with an elevator and features a private toilet. The agent's notes highlight that this is a recommended property, just 5 years old, located in a 14-story high-rise structure.
The detailed breakdown of fees is as follows. Monthly payments include: a mechanical security fee of 2,200 yen (tax included); an electricity adjustment fee of 600 yen per tsubo (subject to change), which is separate from the actual electricity usage cost; a joint promotion fee of 1% of monthly sales; a joint parking lot fee of 0.5% of monthly sales; and a sales commission: if monthly sales exceed 10 times the monthly rent, a 10% commission applies to the excess amount. At the time of contract, fees include: an interior supervision fee (varies by section); a business promotion fee (varies by section); and a building sign change fee (varies by section). Annual fees paid once a year include: a food sanitation association fee of 3,700 yen; a neighborhood association fee of 6,000 yen; and a merchants' association fee of 2,000 yen (typically billed around April).
The property is exceptionally well-located, with Odawara Station on the Tokaido Main Line just a 1-minute walk away, providing excellent access. The unit itself offers a generous exclusive area of 93.95 sqm (approximately 28.41 tsubo). The building is a robust SRC (Steel Reinforced Concrete) structure with 14 stories above ground and one basement level.
The area of Odawara is rich in history, famously known as a castle town centered around the impressive Odawara Castle. A major tourist attraction, Odawara Castle is a reconstructed fortress offering museums, samurai exhibits, and panoramic views from its keep. The city also serves as the gateway to the Hakone hot spring region and is known for its production of kamaboko (fish cake).
