Compact and Convenient Women-Only Apartment in Nara
This rental apartment offers a comfortable and secure living environment designed specifically for women. Located in Ayameike Minami, Nara City, the property is a 3-minute walk from Shobuike Station on the Kintetsu Namba/Nara Line, providing excellent access to central Nara and Osaka. The unit is situated on the 3rd floor of a 4-story steel-framed building constructed in October 1990.
The apartment features a compact 1K layout with a total private area of 19.46 sqm (approximately 5.88 tsubo). The living space includes a 5.5-tatami mat Western-style room and a 1-tatami mat kitchen area. Key amenities include a separate bath and toilet, a shower, an IH cooking heater, ample storage space with a shoe box, air conditioning, and a balcony facing southeast for excellent natural light. The building is equipped with an elevator, an auto-lock security system, security cameras, and free bicycle parking. A unique benefit is that internet usage fees are completely free, allowing residents to connect immediately upon moving in. The unit is also a corner room on the top floor, offering added privacy and light.
Monthly costs are clearly outlined: the rent is 30,000 yen with a monthly management fee of 4,000 yen. A fixed monthly water charge of 2,500 yen also applies. There is no key money (reikin) or security deposit (shikikin). However, one-time move-in costs include a room cleaning fee of 22,000 yen and a key exchange fee of 11,000 yen. The lease requires a rental guarantee membership (Orico Forent Insure), with an initial guarantee fee of 50% of the total rent (minimum 20,000 yen) and a monthly continuation fee of 1% of the rent. The contract period is one year with no renewal fee.
The surrounding area of Ayameike is a pleasant residential district in Nara. An interesting local fact is that the area's name, "Ayameike," means "Iris Pond," hinting at a historical connection to water and nature. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Todai-ji Temple in Nara Park, home to the Great Buddha (Daibutsu). This UNESCO World Heritage site is a short train ride away and represents the profound historical and cultural heritage of Japan's first permanent capital.
