Spacious Land and Traditional House in Historic Chichibu City
This property, located at 1668-24 Shimoyoshida, Chichibu City, Saitama Prefecture, offers a generous land plot of 233 square meters (approximately 70.48 tsubo) paired with a 91-square-meter (approximately 27.51 tsubo) wooden house built in 1975 (Showa 50). The price is set at 1.2 million yen. The property is classified as land and building for sale. Utilities include electricity, individual propane gas, and public water supply, with a septic tank system.
Critical agent notes and special conditions must be carefully reviewed. While there are no boundary disputes, the exact boundaries are not explicitly marked; confirmation via drawings is required, and final determination would be the buyer's responsibility. As a second-hand house, it shows expected age-related wear, including floor stains and stiff fittings. The property is sold as-is, with the seller exempt from liability for any defects. The building interior contains leftover items, as visible in the photos. The land has not been officially surveyed and may be subject to prefectural ordinances regarding slopes. Rebuilding on sloped areas, as opposed to flat land, would incur significantly higher costs under current building standards. Furthermore, as the original construction did not require a building confirmation (being outside the urban planning area at the time), any future extensions or renovations after April 2025 will require confirmation. The absence of structural calculation documents may prevent such renovations.
Prospective buyers must register on the Chichibu Akiya Bank platform to inquire. Viewings require prior arrangement with the handling agent, AK Home (TEL: 0494-26-6355), at least one week in advance. It is mandatory for interested parties to personally visit and inspect the site, its environment, and access roads before making an inquiry. The property is currently vacant, but unauthorized entry onto the land is prohibited. This listing is intended for those seeking permanent residence or regular stays; use for minpaku (private lodging) or whole-house rentals is not permitted.
The Yoshida area of Chichibu is renowned for its rich natural scenery and historical townscape, which retains the atmosphere of a former post town. A notable nearby landmark is the Chichibu Muse Park, a vast cultural and recreational complex featuring museums, a castle site, and beautiful seasonal gardens. The region is also a gateway to the stunning Chichibu-Tama-Kai National Park, offering hiking, river activities, and views of iconic peaks.
