Compact and Convenient Apartment in Yamato City, Kanagawa
This well-located apartment in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture offers an affordable entry point into the Greater Tokyo area. The property is a 17.30 sqm (approximately 5.23 tsubo) one-room unit situated on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in March 1991. It is conveniently located within a 15-minute walk from Odakyu Electric Railway's Enoshima Line "Sakuragaoka" Station, providing direct access to central Tokyo and the popular Enoshima and Kamakura areas.
The apartment comes equipped with essential modern amenities for comfortable living. Facilities include city gas, air conditioning, an IH cooking heater, hot water supply, and a combined bath and toilet unit with a shower. The unit features an indoor space for a washing machine and is a corner room, which often allows for more natural light and ventilation.
Special notes for this property include the possibility of pet consultation, meaning pets may be negotiable. The building's exterior is tile-clad, and it benefits from regular manager patrols, adding a layer of security. A significant feature is the offer of "free rent," which can substantially lower initial moving costs. A further remark details that initial costs are in the range of 100,000 yen. Pet keeping is possible (with a deposit of one month's rent for one cat only). The renewal fee is one month of the new rent.
The area surrounding Yamato City is a blend of residential calm and accessibility. An interesting local fact is that the city is home to the Yamato Historical Museum, which preserves artifacts from the area's ancient past, including items from the Kofun period. For a major tourist attraction, residents can easily take the train to the iconic Enoshima Island, a small offshore island known for its shrine, sea caves, aquarium, and panoramic views of Mount Fuji on clear days.
