Compact and Convenient 1DK Apartment in Sapporo's Sumikawa Area
This rental apartment, located in the Sumikawa 5-jo 4-chome area of Sapporo's Minami Ward, offers a compact and functional living space. The unit is a 1DK layout with a total private area of 18.35 sqm (approximately 5.55 tsubo), comprising a 6-tatami mat dining-kitchen area and a separate 5-tatami mat Western-style room. The balcony faces east, providing natural morning light. The building, Maison Lupinus, is a 4-story steel structure built in November 1988, and this unit is situated on the 3rd floor.
Key features and equipment translated from the agent notes include: Bathroom and toilet are separate, there is storage space, heating is provided by propane gas, CATV and internet are available with no internet usage fees, there is an indoor space for a washing machine, lighting fixtures are included, and hot water is supplied by propane gas. A special note mentions one month of free rent is offered. The rental agreement is for a 2-year term with no renewal fee. Tenant insurance is required (approx. 15,000 yen for 2 years), and a rental guarantee service can be utilized. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
The Sumikawa neighborhood is a residential district known for its convenience and accessibility. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Sumikawa Station on the Namboku Subway Line is named after the Sumikawa River, which means "clear river." The area provides easy daily living with shops like Co-op Sapporo Nishioka and a McDonald's within a 2-minute walk. The closest major landmark is the expansive Moerenuma Park, a stunning art park designed by the renowned sculptor and artist Isamu Noguchi, located approximately a 15-minute drive away.
