Riverside Lane Akiya: A Compact Vacant House in Sanjo, Niigata
This property is a small vacant house located in a quiet back lane near the riverside in Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture. Listed for sale at 1,000,000 JPY, this two-story wooden house was built in December 1957, making it approximately 68 years old. It offers a total floor area of 76.55 square meters on a corner plot of land measuring 83.09 square meters.
The layout is designated as 4SK, providing four rooms plus a kitchen. The property includes two parking spaces and is situated in a quiet, south-facing residential neighborhood within a Quasi-Urban Area zoned as Category 1 Residential. Key building features include a system kitchen, two toilets, and a monitor-equipped intercom. The house is noted as being suitable for multi-generational living.
According to the translated agent notes, the equipment and facilities include: separate bath and toilet (B/T), toilet, bath, electricity, tap water, and a waste disposal (cesspit) system. There are no specific features or highlights listed beyond the standard details.
Sanjo City, part of the Niigata Prefecture, is historically known as a major center for metalworking and cutlery production, earning it the nickname "The City of Metalware." The area offers a blend of traditional craftsmanship and natural scenery. The closest major landmark is the majestic Mt. Yahiko, part of Yahiko-Yoneyama Quasi-National Park, which is a popular destination for hiking, visiting the famous Yahiko Shrine, and enjoying panoramic views of the region.
