Compact and Convenient Apartment in Kashiwa, Chiba
This well-located apartment in Kashiwa, Chiba, offers a comfortable and convenient living space just a 3-minute walk from Minami-Kashiwa Station. The property is a 21.82 sqm (approximately 6.60 tsubo) 1K layout situated on the top (4th) floor of a reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in October 1987. It is a corner unit, ensuring good light and ventilation.
The apartment comes equipped with city gas, air conditioning, an IH cooking heater, hot water supply, and a unit bath (combined bath and toilet). Additional facilities include a shower, washbasin, space for a washing machine, lighting fixtures, flooring, a balcony, a walk-in closet, a TV monitor intercom, and a bicycle parking area. A key feature is that the property can be used as an office, though conditions for such use differ and require inquiry.
The agent's notes highlight the excellent location, being only 3 minutes from the station. The station area is well-equipped with banks, convenience stores, supermarkets, restaurants, and medical institutions. Despite its proximity to the station, the environment is described as very quiet. Important rental terms include a security deposit (敷金) of one month's rent, which will be used for room cleaning upon departure. There is no key money (礼金). A monthly management fee (共益費) of 1,000 yen applies. A rental guarantee is required: the initial guarantee fee is 65% to 100% of the rent and management fee. For office use, the initial guarantee fee is 50,000 yen with an annual fee of 5,000 yen. The renewal fee (更新料) is one month of the new rent.
The area of Kashiwa is a major commercial hub in northern Chiba Prefecture, known for its excellent transport links and vibrant city life. An interesting local fact is that Kashiwa is home to the Kashiwa Campus of the University of Tokyo, a leading center for scientific research. The closest major landmark is the historic Kashiwa Shrine, a serene cultural site amidst the urban landscape.
