Spacious 4LDK Family Home in Kitami, Hokkaido
This well-maintained detached house in Kitami, Hokkaido, offers a comfortable 4LDK layout perfect for family living. The property features a total floor area of 107.32㎡ and sits on a generous 231.54㎡ plot. Built in 1976, the home has undergone significant renovations in May 2020, including the replacement of the kitchen, washbasin/vanity, first-floor windows, and the front door. The living room and an 8-tatami room were also updated with new flooring.
The layout is thoughtfully designed for efficiency. The first floor comprises an 11.37-tatami living room, a 5.25-tatami dedicated kitchen room, an 8-tatami Western-style room, and a 6-tatami Japanese-style room. The second floor features two 4.5-tatami Japanese-style rooms. A key feature is the utility room, which consolidates the entire laundry process—washing, drying, folding, and storing—into one space and also includes a toilet for convenience. The kitchen is a system kitchen with ample hanging cabinets and storage, and its seamless countertop makes cleaning easy.
Additional equipment and features include a 0.75-tsubo unit bath, a shower-equipped washbasin/vanity, a washlet toilet with built-in hand wash, air conditioning, underfloor storage, an indoor washing machine space, a balcony, flooring, a TV monitor intercom, barrier-free design, heated toilet seat, storage in all rooms, a getabako (shoe cupboard), lighting fixtures, kerosene heating, wide spacing from neighboring houses, a roof balcony, and double-glazed windows. The property is all-electric, south-facing, and comes with a free parking space for one car located 25 meters away.
The area of Kitami in Hokkaido is known for its wide-open spaces and natural beauty. An interesting local fact is that Kitami is famous for its mint production and was once a major center for mint oil extraction. The city offers a blend of urban convenience and access to Hokkaido's renowned outdoor attractions. The closest major landmark is the stunning Lake Saroma, one of Japan's largest lagoons, located approximately a 40-minute drive away, offering beautiful scenery and recreational activities.
