Compact and Convenient 2K Apartment in Osaka's Higashisumiyoshi Ward
This affordable rental apartment offers a practical living solution in a highly accessible area of Osaka. Located just a 2-minute walk from the Kintetsu Minami-Osaka Line's Yata Station, the property provides excellent connectivity. The flat, pedestrian-friendly route from the station is well-lit, offering clear visibility and a sense of security for residents, including women, returning home at night.
The apartment itself is a 29.97 sqm (approximately 9.06 tsubo) 2K layout on the second floor of a two-story wooden building constructed in October 1978. The interior comprises a 6-tatami Japanese-style room, a 4.5-tatami Japanese-style room, and a 4-tatami kitchen (K). Key equipment includes a system kitchen, toilet, air conditioning, storage space, monitor-equipped intercom, lighting fixtures, and a washing machine space. The property features free internet usage and city gas for heating and hot water. Special notes indicate the unit is suitable for elderly residents and is a station-close property.
The financial terms are notably tenant-friendly. The monthly rent is 30,000 yen with no monthly management or common area fees. There is no security deposit (敷金) and the key money (礼金) is equivalent to one month's rent. The contract period is 2 years with no renewal fee. A lump-sum payment for a rental guarantee is required, and credit card payments are accepted. The unit allows for two occupants and can also be used as an office.
The surrounding area in Higashisumiyoshi Ward is residential and well-serviced, with several convenience stores, shops, and a pharmacy within a short walk. For a major cultural experience, residents can easily travel to the iconic Osaka Castle, one of Japan's most famous landmarks, which offers beautiful park grounds and a museum detailing the region's samurai history.