Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Kumamoto's Suizenji Area
This rental apartment, located in the Mezon de Suizenji building in Kumamoto City's central Chuo Ward, offers a compact and efficient living space ideal for individuals or couples. The unit is a 1K layout with a total floor area of 19.98 sqm (approximately 6.04 tsubo) and is situated on the 4th floor of a 5-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in March 1989. The monthly rent is 190,000 JPY with a monthly management fee of 3,500 JPY. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金) required, reducing initial moving costs.
Key equipment and features of the property include a separate bath and toilet, washbasin, system kitchen with IH cooking heater, air conditioning, heating, BS and CATV terminals, a space for an indoor washing machine, flooring, an auto-lock building entrance, and a corner room location. Utilities include city gas, water supply, and hot water. A bicycle parking area is available, but a car parking space is not. Special notes indicate that a joint guarantor is not required, and contracts can be discussed for foreign nationals. Initial costs are negotiable, and electronic contracts are possible, allowing for completion without a visit to the agency office. Additional details specify air conditioning, shower, closet, and 24-hour emergency support. Guarantor company fees include an initial guarantee premium of 70% of the total rent (minimum 28,000 JPY), a monthly premium of 864 JPY, and a renewal fee of 10,000 JPY every year. The contract renewal fee is 20,000 JPY every two years. Early termination penalties apply: less than 1 year requires two months' rent and common service fee, while 1-2 years requires one month's equivalent.
The apartment is in a highly convenient location within Kumamoto City. It is a 9-minute walk from Suizenji Station on the JR Hohi Main Line, providing easy access to the city center and beyond. The surrounding Suizenji area is famous for the beautiful Suizenji Jojuen Garden, a historic Japanese landscape garden dating back to the 17th century, which is modeled after the 53 stations of the Tokaido road and features a miniature Mount Fuji. This cultural landmark offers a serene escape just moments from the urban convenience of the apartment.
