Renovated One-Room Apartment in Toyonaka, Osaka
This rental apartment, located in Shimae-cho, Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture, offers a compact and modern living space. The property is a one-room unit on the first floor of a three-story building, with a total private area of 16 sqm (approximately 4.84 tsubo). The monthly rent is 30,000 yen, with no additional management or common area fees. Key financial terms include no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金). A one-month deposit is required. The contract period is two years with a free renewal fee.
According to the agent's notes, the apartment has been recently renovated. The water areas, including the kitchen and water heater, were updated in October 2025. Interior renovations completed in the same month include new flooring (such as laminate), wall and ceiling wallpaper/paint throughout all rooms, and brand-new appliances: a refrigerator, air conditioner, and cooking hob. The unit is equipped with a combined bath and toilet, an electric cooking hob, storage space, air conditioning, fiber-optic internet readiness, a space for a washing machine, lighting fixtures, a refrigerator, city gas, hot water supply, and a free bicycle parking area. Special notes mention a fixed water charge of 2,500 yen. Pets are negotiable (cats are acceptable), and the unit can also be used as an office. A rental guarantee is required (initial fee: 20,000 yen; monthly: 325 yen, which is 1% of the total rent). Insurance is also required (approximately 18,000 yen for two years for fire coverage, though details may change depending on the occupant and conditions).
The area of Toyonaka is a well-established residential suburb of Osaka, known for its convenient access to the city center while maintaining a quieter atmosphere. An interesting local fact is that Toyonaka is home to the Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport), one of Japan's primary domestic hubs, which has been in operation since 1939. The closest major landmark is the historic Osaka Castle, a iconic symbol of the city's history located within a reasonable train journey from the nearby stations.
