Spacious 4SLDK Family Home in Kobe's Shioya District
This substantial three-story wooden house, built in June 1981, offers a generous 151.80 square meters of living space on a 211.05 square meter plot in the desirable Shioya Kita-cho area of Tarumi Ward, Kobe. The property is currently vacant and ready for new owners. The layout is a spacious 4SLDK, providing ample room for a family. Key equipment and features include a system kitchen with a counter, which integrates storage and is easy to clean and maintain. The bathroom is equipped with a reheating function (追い焚き), allowing for a warm bath at any time, and a bath dryer. Additional amenities include a shower-equipped vanity, a washlet toilet seat, underfloor heating, and a TV monitor-equipped doorphone for secure and convenient visitor screening. The property boasts a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, and is designed to be all-electric (オール電化) and barrier-free (バリアフリー). It faces south (南向き) for excellent sunlight and comes with a free parking space. Other utilities include public water supply, city gas, and sewer system.
The home benefits from a renovation history, including exterior wall painting in October 2009. It is situated approximately a 24-minute walk from JR Sanyo Main Line's Shioya Station, offering a quiet residential setting. The property is located within a First Category Low-Rise Exclusive Residential Zone, with a building-to-land ratio of 50% and a floor area ratio of 100%.
The Shioya and Tarumi area of Kobe is known for its scenic coastal views and relaxed atmosphere. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Suma and Maiko areas were famously referenced in the classic Japanese tale of the Heike Clan's flight. The closest major tourist attraction is the stunning Akashi Kaikyo Bridge, the world's longest central-span suspension bridge, located a short drive away and offering breathtaking views, especially at night when it is illuminated.