Spacious Station-Side Property in Maibara, Shiga
This property presents a rare opportunity to acquire a spacious, detached house located just a 4-minute walk from the west exit (Shinkansen side) of JR Maibara Station. The land area is a generous 244.62 sqm (approximately 73.99 tsubo), offering significant potential. The building itself is a two-story wooden structure built in October 1967, with a total floor area of 90.77 sqm (approximately 27.45 tsubo) and a layout of 6K (six rooms plus kitchen).
According to the agent's notes, the property is currently vacant and ready for immediate handover. The front road is noted as narrow, but the location is exceptionally convenient for daily life. Within a 5-minute walk, you will find supermarkets, drugstores, convenience stores, and banks. The local elementary school is approximately a 15-minute walk away. The property is equipped with a municipal water supply. The land rights are ownership, the land category is residential, and it is located within an urbanization promotion area zoned as Category 1 Residential District. The building-to-land ratio is 60% with a floor area ratio of 160%. The land is flat, and there are legal restrictions regarding rebuilding. The transaction method is direct sale from the owner.
The area of Maibara is a major transportation hub in Shiga Prefecture, where the Tokaido Shinkansen, Tokaido Main Line, and Hokuriku Main Line converge, earning it the nickname "the crossroads of Japan." A notable landmark near this property is the historic Maibara Castle, a reconstructed castle keep that offers panoramic views of Lake Biwa, Japan's largest lake. The combination of excellent transit access, daily conveniences, and a large plot of land makes this a compelling proposition for those seeking a station-side home with room to breathe.
