Spacious 6SLDK Family Home in Ashibetsu, Hokkaido
This substantial property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a large, detached family home in the quiet residential neighborhood of Ashibetsu, Hokkaido. Currently registered as an 'akiya' (vacant house), the property is ready for immediate occupancy. The house offers a generous total floor area of 171.12 sqm (approximately 51.76 tsubo) arranged in a 6SLDK layout, providing ample space for a large family or those desiring extra rooms. The interior includes a mix of traditional Japanese and Western-style rooms: four Japanese-style rooms (8, 6, 6, and 6 tatami mats respectively) and two Western-style rooms (8 and 6 tatami mats), alongside a spacious 16-tatami mat combined living, dining, and kitchen area.
Key equipment and features include a system kitchen, central heating, a bathroom with a window, a toilet with a warm-water washlet, and utilities for propane gas, electricity, and both water supply and sewage. The property is situated on a flat, regularly-shaped corner lot with a total land area of 368.15 sqm (approx. 111.36 tsubo). It includes a free parking space. Special notes from the agent indicate this is an IT-heavy document correspondence property and is registered with the local Akiya Bank. Important remarks: the registered building area differs from the current condition, and a portion of the block fence currently encroaches onto the neighboring property.
The property is located in a quiet residential zone within the Ashibetsu city area. The neighborhood offers convenient daily amenities, with a Lal's Mart supermarket and a 7-Eleven convenience store within a short walking distance. For transportation, the JR Nemuro Main Line's Ashibetsu Station is approximately a 9-minute walk away, providing regional rail access. The area is part of Hokkaido's Sorachi Subprefecture, known for its history in coal mining and its beautiful natural surroundings. An interesting local fact is that Ashibetsu is home to the Ashibetsu Coal Mine, which was once a major industry, and the city now celebrates this heritage. The closest major landmark and tourist attraction is the stunning Ashibetsu Gorge, a scenic ravine known for its vibrant autumn colors and hiking trails, located a short drive from the city center.
