Laurel Court Shirokita Koen Dori Sangokan: A Spacious Ground-Floor Apartment with Private Garden
This property is a 3LDK apartment located on the first floor of a 10-story building within the Laurel Court Shirokita Koen Dori complex in Osaka's Miyakojima Ward. With a generous 70.55 sqm (approx. 21.34 tsubo) of private floor area, this home offers a comfortable and well-equipped living space. A key feature is the private garden, providing valuable outdoor space. The layout includes a separate kitchen with a counter facing the living/dining area, a walk-in closet, and underfloor storage. Additional storage is found in each room and the hallway. The apartment benefits from not having any units below it.
The property has undergone several renovations to ensure modern comfort and convenience. In October 2018, the tatami mats and fusuma sliding doors were replaced. More recent updates include a toilet replacement in November 2022, the installation of a new gas water heater with a Kawac function for heating in February 2023, a bathroom door replacement in September 2023, and new flooring. Most recently, in June 2025, the washroom interior was refurbished.
Monthly fees include a management fee of 6,980 yen and a repair reserve fund of 18,250 yen. Additional monthly costs are a dedicated porch usage fee of 1,100 yen, a private garden usage fee of 100 yen, and a neighborhood association fee of 400 yen. The building is a reinforced concrete structure with 46 units total and is managed by Kintetsu Jutaku Kanri (Kintetsu Housing Management). The property is currently occupied, and the delivery date is negotiable.
The location in the Kema-cho area of Miyakojima Ward offers excellent daily convenience. Supermarkets like Life Kema Store are within a 9-minute walk, and Kema Nishi Park is just a 1-minute stroll away. For transportation, the JR West Osaka Higashi Line's Shirokita Koen Dori Station is approximately a 16-minute walk, providing access to Osaka's rail network. The area is rich in history as part of Osaka's extensive canal and river system. A major nearby landmark is the iconic Osaka Castle, one of Japan's most famous historic sites, located just a few kilometers south, easily accessible for a day of exploration.
