Spacious 4DK Family Home in Himeji with Renovation Potential
This property presents a solid opportunity to acquire a spacious 4DK (four rooms plus dining-kitchen) detached house in the peaceful neighborhood of Himeji City, Hyogo Prefecture. Built in March 1972, this 55-year-old wooden two-story home sits on a generous 166.36 square meter plot with a total floor area of 119.33 square meters. The property is currently vacant, offering a blank canvas for its new owners.
According to the agent's notes, the property is delivered in its current condition. The existing water service is equipped with a 13mm meter, and increasing the diameter is not possible. A significant point for potential buyers is that utilizing the current structure will require a large-scale renovation, making this an ideal project for those looking to customize their living space. The property is equipped with public water supply, city gas, and sewer systems. The agent also highlights that the price is relatively affordable and the property uses environmentally friendly city gas.
The home features a comprehensive set of equipment. The kitchen includes a system kitchen, a counter kitchen, and an IH cooking hob. The bathroom and toilet are equipped with a reheating function for the bath, a bathroom dryer, a washbasin with a shower, and a washlet toilet seat. Indoor amenities include a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor-equipped door phone, and underfloor heating. Key features of the property are that it is all-electric, barrier-free, south-facing, and comes with a parking space.
The location offers convenient daily living, with a convenience store located just 263 meters away, approximately a 4-minute walk. The area is served by Himeji City Hirohine Elementary School (about 759m away) and Himeji City Hirohine Junior High School (about 674m away). Access is via the JR Sanyo Main Line; from Himeji Station, it's a 16-minute bus ride followed by a 2-minute walk from the Shirokuni Minamiguchi bus stop.
The surrounding area of Himeji is rich in history and culture, dominated by its magnificent UNESCO World Heritage site, Himeji Castle. Often called the "White Heron Castle" due to its elegant white appearance, it is considered Japan's most spectacular castle and a masterpiece of wooden architecture from the early 17th century. Its pristine preservation offers a direct window into Japan's feudal past, making it a major draw for history enthusiasts and tourists from around the world.
