Compact and Convenient Apartment in Shinjuku's Serene Yotsuya Saka-machi
This well-maintained apartment offers a compact yet functional living space in the desirable Shinjuku ward of Tokyo. The unit features a 1K layout with a total private area of 14.80 square meters, providing a separate kitchen space from the main living/sleeping area. The apartment is situated on the top floor of a two-story wooden building, offering an end-unit (corner room) position for added privacy and light. A south-facing balcony is included, perfect for enjoying some fresh air.
The property comes equipped with essential modern amenities for comfortable city living. Facilities include city gas, air conditioning, and the ability to install a gas stove. The bathroom is a combined unit with a bath, toilet, and shower. Other features include a washbasin, space for a washing machine, CATV and fiber-optic internet readiness, a balcony, storage space, a dimple key for security, and a fire alarm. Special notes indicate that the interior walls and floors have undergone seismic retrofitting for added safety, and a renewal fee equivalent to one month of the new rent applies at contract renewal.
Located in a quiet residential area designated as women-only, this apartment provides a secure and peaceful environment. It is within an 8-minute walk from Yotsuya Station, served by the JR Chuo Line, offering excellent access to central Tokyo. The Shinjuku area is a dynamic hub blending business, government, and entertainment. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Yotsuya neighborhood is home to the historic Yotsuya Mitsuke, one of the guard posts of the old Edo Castle. The closest major tourist attraction is the serene and beautiful Shinjuku Gyoen National Garden, a vast park featuring traditional Japanese, English landscape, and French formal gardens.