Compact and Convenient 1DK Apartment in Osaka's Kita Ward
This rental apartment is a 1DK unit located on the 2nd floor of a 4-story steel-framed building in Higashinoda-cho, Miyakojima Ward, Osaka City. The property offers a compact and efficient living space with a total private area of 21.7 square meters (approximately 6.56 tsubo). The monthly rent is 50,000 yen, with a common area maintenance fee of 2,000 yen per month. The initial move-in costs include a security deposit (敷金) of 50,000 yen and a key money (礼金) payment of 100,000 yen.
According to the agent's notes, the property features a Japanese-style room and a balcony. The building was constructed in May 1973. The monthly water bill is noted to be approximately 3,000 yen. The contract period is 3 years, with a renewal fee (更新料) that is free. A guarantor company is required for the lease, and credit card payments are accepted. The property is currently vacant and available for immediate occupancy.
The apartment is situated in a highly accessible area, just a 5-minute walk from Kyobashi Station, served by the Keihan Main Line. This provides excellent connectivity to central Osaka and Kyoto. The area of Miyakojima is known for its blend of residential calm and urban convenience, with the Kyobashi area being a major commercial hub. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Osaka Castle, one of Japan's most famous landmarks, was historically a center of power during the Azuchi-Momoyama period and is now a major tourist attraction surrounded by a picturesque park.