Compact and Convenient 1DK Rental House in Ibaraki City, Osaka
This charming rental house, located in Ibaraki City, Osaka Prefecture, offers a comfortable and affordable living space. The property is a two-story wooden structure built in July 1966, with a total floor area of 34.62 square meters (approximately 10.47 tsubo). The layout is a 1DK, comprising a 7.5-tatami mat Western-style room and a 6-tatami mat dining-kitchen area. The house features a separate bath and toilet, a washbasin, space for an indoor washing machine, and ample storage. It is equipped with a monitor-type intercom and utilities include city gas, city gas water heating, and public water and sewage systems. Cooking with a gas stove is permitted.
Key financial details include a monthly rent of 45,000 JPY with no monthly management or common area fees. The initial costs consist of a key money (reikin) payment of 150,000 JPY, with no security deposit (shikikin). A key exchange fee of 16,500 JPY and an indoor cleaning fee apply. The contract period is two years with no renewal fee. Tenant guarantee company enrollment is required through JID (Japan Rental Guarantee Co., Ltd.), involving a one-time fee of 50% of the total rent at contract and a monthly fee of 1%. Insurance is also required, with an example cost of 18,000 JPY for two years through Tokio Marine & Nichido West. Please note that conditions such as pets and musical instruments are not allowed. A small monthly neighborhood association fee of 300 JPY applies.
The property is situated in Ibaraki City's Shinjo-cho district, a short 5-minute walk from Hankyu Railway's Kyoto Line Ibaraki-shi Station, providing excellent access to central Osaka and Kyoto. The area is well-connected and residential. An interesting local fact is that Ibaraki City is home to the Ibaraki City Museum of History and Folklore, which offers insights into the region's cultural heritage. The closest major landmark is the iconic Osaka Castle, a magnificent historical fortress and park easily accessible via train, offering a glimpse into Japan's samurai past.
