Spacious 5DK Akiya in a Quiet Residential Area of Kasaoka, Okayama
This property is a two-story house listed on the Kasaoka City Akiya Bank, offering a generous 5DK layout with a total floor area of 89.20㎡ on a sizable 182.72㎡ plot of land. The asking price is 3,000,000 JPY. The house is situated in the quiet residential neighborhood of Kasuga-dai, Kasaoka City, Okayama Prefecture, approximately a 7-minute drive from JR Sanyo Main Line's Kasaoka Station.
Key equipment and facilities include a two-burner stove with gas cooktop, shower, separate bath and toilet rooms, toilet, bath, a window in the bathroom, public water supply, sewer system, propane gas, a Japanese-style room, storage space, closets, and a garden. Special features noted by the agent are that the property is suitable for use as an office, it is registered with the local vacant house bank, and it is located in a quiet residential area.
Critical remarks from the agent provide essential information for potential buyers. The property is noted as being suitable for telework. However, personal belongings remain inside the house. There is a roof leak, and the house is tilting, with a creaking section on the kitchen floor. The house has been vacant since approximately January 2000 (Heisei 12). The property is located 7.6km from Kasaoka City Hall.
The area around Kasaoka offers a blend of coastal and rural charm. An interesting local fact is that Kasaoka is home to the Kasaoka Islands, a group of scenic islands in the Seto Inland Sea known for their citrus farming and tranquil atmosphere. The closest major tourist attraction is the historic Kasaoka Port, a gateway to these islands and a hub for local seafood, located just a few kilometers from the city center.