Open Selection Ochiai: A Prime Residential Plot in Shinjuku
This prime residential plot, known as Open Selection Ochiai, offers a rare opportunity to build your dream home in the desirable Shinjuku Ward of Tokyo. The land is a spacious 70.00 square meters and is situated on a northeast corner lot, ensuring excellent ventilation and natural light. It is located within a low-rise residential area, providing a peaceful living environment just a 10-minute walk from JR Mejiro Station on the iconic Yamanote Line.
Critical agent notes have been translated and provide essential details for prospective buyers. The property is listed as Completed in terms of development. Crucially, the listing specifies No Construction Conditions, meaning you are free to design and build your home without being bound to a specific builder or pre-set plan. The land is located within a Quasi-Fire Prevention Zone, which may influence building material requirements. Additionally, a portion of the land, measuring 40.73 square meters, is classified as a private road (私道). The property's management reference number is 601330.
The plot falls under the First Category Low-Rise Exclusive Residential Zone, with a building-to-land ratio of 60% and a floor area ratio of 150%. Utilities include city gas, public water, and public sewer systems. The area is well-served by local amenities, with supermarkets and pharmacies within a short distance.
The Ochiai neighborhood offers a blend of residential calm and urban convenience. An interesting local fact is that the area was historically part of the vast estates of the Maeda clan during the Edo period. For recreation and culture, residents are within easy reach of central Tokyo's world-famous attractions. The closest major landmark is the historic and beautiful Meiji Jingu Shrine, a vast forested Shinto shrine in nearby Shibuya, offering a serene escape from city life.