Cozy and Cost-Effective Apartment in a Quiet Residential Area of Mitsuke
This charming apartment, located in a quiet residential neighborhood of Mitsuke City, Niigata Prefecture, offers excellent value and a comfortable living environment. The property is a 2DK layout with a total floor area of 35.05 sqm (approximately 10.6 tsubo), featuring a Japanese-style room (6 tatami mats) and a Western-style room (6 tatami mats). It is situated on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building, built in October 1990 (35 years old).
The apartment comes with a comprehensive set of facilities and features, as detailed in the agent notes: It is located in a quiet residential area with good sunlight. Being on the top floor means there are no neighbors above. One parking space is provided free of charge, with no key money or deposit required for the parking spot. The unit is a corner residence. The bath and toilet are separate. It includes a washlet toilet with a heated seat, air conditioning, and city gas. There is an indoor space for a washing machine, a closet, and a traditional Japanese storage closet (oshiire). Use of a guarantee company is possible, and no key money (reikin) is required for the apartment itself.
The monthly rent is 36,000 yen, with a security deposit (shikikin) of 10,000 yen. There is no key money (reikin) for the apartment. Additional monthly fees include a 1,000 yen common area fee and an 800 yen monthly guarantee fee. The property is conveniently located within walking distance of local shopping streets and the public bath facility "Hotto Pia." The nearest bus stop, Minami Honcho, is about a 1-minute walk away, providing access to the wider area.
Mitsuke City is part of Niigata's fertile Echigo Plain. An interesting local fact is that the city is known for its production of "Mitsuke Yuri" (lilies), a symbol of the area. For a major tourist attraction, residents can easily take a trip to the historic port city of Niigata, home to the Northern Culture Museum, a stunning former estate of a wealthy farming family that offers a deep dive into the region's history and culture.
