Ocean View Maisonette in San Owen Villa, Iwate
This unique property is a spacious 2SDK (two bedrooms plus living/dining/kitchen) maisonette-style apartment located on the 6th and 7th floors of the San Owen Villa building in Taro, Miyako City, Iwate Prefecture. Offering a commanding ocean view, the unit boasts a generous private floor area of 104.34 sqm (approximately 31.56 tsubo). The layout includes a 14-tatami mat Western-style room, a 7-tatami mat Western-style room, and a 4.5-tatami mat service room, complemented by a 6.75 sqm balcony.
Key equipment and features of the property include a separate bath and toilet, a counter kitchen, propane gas, a water supply, a septic tank, and an elevator. Please note that the air conditioning is currently out of order, and there is no dedicated parking for bicycles or motorcycles. The building itself is a 7-story steel-reinforced concrete (SRC) structure built in August 1989, containing 23 units in total. The management is handled by a residents' association with a daytime manager. Special notes indicate that the water supply and gas utilities will be repaired before handover. All existing furniture, bedding, and household items will be handed over as-is, with further details to be discussed separately. The property is not suitable for pets or office use.
The area of Taro in Miyako City is part of the stunning Sanriku Coast, known for its dramatic rocky shorelines and rich fishing culture. An interesting local fact is that Taro was historically protected by one of Japan's most famous tsunami breakwaters, a testament to the region's resilience. The closest major tourist attraction is the Jodogahama Beach, a nationally designated Place of Scenic Beauty renowned for its crystal-clear blue waters and unique white pumice stone formations, located a short drive away in neighboring Miyako City.
