Modern Apartment Living in Kashiwa, Chiba
This well-equipped apartment offers comfortable and secure living in the vibrant city of Kashiwa, Chiba Prefecture. The property features a 1K layout with a total private area of 25.11 square meters, providing a functional living space. The unit is located on the top (3rd) floor of a three-story wooden building constructed in April 2017.
The apartment comes with a comprehensive list of facilities and equipment. These include propane gas for utilities, air conditioning for cooling, heating, a delivery box, a dedicated toilet, a separate bath and toilet, a bathroom dryer, a shower, an independent washroom, a shampoo dresser, a washstand, a space for an indoor washing machine, CATV, lighting fixtures included, flooring, a balcony facing west, a walk-in closet, storage space, and a bicycle parking area. For security, the building is equipped with an auto-lock system, a monitor-equipped auto-lock, and a TV monitor intercom.
Special notes from the agent highlight additional features: the auto-lock, double lock, air conditioning, a 2-burner stove, a walk-in closet, and various equipment including the delivery box. A key point for tenants is the renewal fee, which is set at one month of the new rent.
The rental terms are clearly outlined. The monthly rent is 71,000 yen. There is no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金). However, there is a monthly common area fee (共益費) of 3,000 yen. A guarantee company is required, with fees of 50% of the total rent if a guarantor is provided, or 60% without one (an emergency contact is mandatory in this case). An initial guarantee fee is applicable. There is also a separate renewal fee of 15,000 yen. Other monthly costs include a neighborhood association fee of 200 yen and a "Kurashido" fee of 24,880 yen. The contract period is for 2 years.
Kashiwa is a major city in northern Chiba Prefecture, known for its excellent transportation links and as a hub for academia and research, being home to Kashiwa Campus of the University of Tokyo. An interesting local fact is that the city hosts the Kashiwa Reysol professional football club. For recreation and nature, residents can easily visit the expansive Toneri Park, a large public park with sports facilities, ponds, and walking paths, offering a green escape within the urban environment.
