Compact and Convenient 1DK Apartment in Kawachinagano, Osaka
This rental apartment, located in Kawachinagano City, Osaka Prefecture, offers a compact and functional living space. The property is a 1DK layout with a total private area of 24.96 sqm (approximately 7.55 tsubo), situated on the 2nd floor of a 3-story steel-framed building constructed in January 2000. The monthly rent is 42,000 yen with no additional management or common area fees, making for straightforward monthly expenses. A notable financial advantage is the absence of key money (礼金) and security deposit (敷金), significantly reducing the initial moving-in costs. Other move-in fees include a key replacement cost starting from 22,000 yen and mandatory cleaning and pest control fees of 55,000 yen and 33,000 yen, respectively.
The apartment is equipped with a toilet separate from the bath, a shower, washbasin, gas stove, storage space, air conditioning, and an indoor washing machine space. It is an internet-ready corner unit. Special notes indicate the property is suitable for elderly residents. Important contractual details include a two-year lease term with a renewal fee equivalent to one month's rent. A mandatory rental guarantee is required, costing 100% of the first total rent plus a 10,000 yen annual renewal fee. Early termination penalties apply: two months' rent if terminated within the first year, and one month's rent if terminated before two years. The property is managed by HouseMate and features a credit card payment option.
The area of Kawachinagano offers a blend of suburban tranquility and accessibility. It is well-served by public transport, with Chiyoda Station on the Nankai Koya Line just a 9-minute walk away, providing a direct route to central Osaka. An interesting local fact is that Kawachinagano is home to the Kansai Yamamoto Memorial Museum, celebrating the life and avant-garde fashion designs of the world-renowned Japanese designer who was born in the city. For nature enthusiasts, a major nearby attraction is the Kongō-Ikoma-Kisen Quasi-National Park, a vast protected area offering hiking trails, scenic mountain views, and a peaceful escape from urban life.
