Spacious 3DK Apartment in Sakai, Osaka
This rental apartment, located in the Higashi Ward of Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, offers a comfortable living space with a total floor area of 54.27 square meters (approximately 16.41 tsubo) in a 3DK layout. The property is situated on the 1st floor of a 5-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in March 1973. The monthly rent is 45,000 yen, with an additional 5,000 yen monthly management fee. Key money (reikin) and security deposit (shikikin) are both listed as 'none', making the initial moving costs more manageable. Other move-in costs include a key exchange fee starting from 44,000 yen and an optional 'beautification fee' upon contract termination, which is the tenant's responsibility.
Translated agent notes on equipment and features include: Toilet, Separate Bath and Toilet, Shower, Washbasin, Independent Washroom, Gas Stove Possible, Storage Space, Shoe Box, CATV, Internet Compatible, Indoor Washing Machine Space, City Gas, Water Heating, City Gas Water Heating, Elevator, Two or More Elevators. Special notes indicate: For the elderly, Short-term penalty: Less than 1 year rent + common area fee for 3 months, Motorcycles allowed: Small (one per person free), At time of cancellation, a beautification fee is required at the tenant's expense, Moving/Pest Control (Photocatalyst Plan) 41,800 yen (upon moving in), Children allowed, Guarantor company use mandatory.
The apartment is conveniently located within walking distance of several train stations, including Haginohara Tenjin Station (24 min), Shirasagi Station (19 min), and the closest, Hatsushiba Station on the Nankai Koya Line, just a 12-minute walk away. The area provides easy access to daily conveniences with nearby FamilyMart and 7-Eleven stores. The property is managed by Housemate, which offers online consultation, application, and contract services.
The Higashi Ward of Sakai is a residential area known for its blend of urban convenience and local charm. An interesting historical fact about Sakai City is that it was once a major trading port and a center for the production of high-quality swords and firearms during the Sengoku period. The closest major landmark is the iconic Osaka Castle, a magnificent historical fortress located approximately 15 kilometers north, easily accessible via the train lines serving the area.
