Garden House Iwaoka: A Move-in Ready Terrace House in Kobe
This property, Garden House Iwaoka, is a vacant, move-in-ready second-hand terrace house located in the Iwaoka district of Kobe's Nishi Ward, Hyogo Prefecture. Priced at 5.8 million yen, this 3LDK home offers a practical layout with a total floor area of 72.26 square meters on a land plot of 80.57 square meters. Built in December 1981, the two-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure is currently vacant, allowing for immediate handover. A notable recent upgrade is the completion of exterior wall painting in February 2026 (Reiwa 8).
The property is well-equipped for comfortable modern living. The kitchen features a convenient system kitchen with a counter, integrating storage and workspace for easy cleaning. Cooking is facilitated by an IH cooktop. The bathroom includes a reheating function and a dryer. For added comfort and cleanliness, the toilet is fitted with a bidet seat (shower toilet/washlet), and the washbasin vanity includes a shower. Indoor amenities include a walk-in closet, storage in all rooms, a TV monitor-equipped doorphone, and underfloor heating. The property is also described as all-electric, barrier-free, south-facing, and comes with a parking space.
According to agent notes, the monthly common fees are 4,000 yen for common area maintenance, 7,700 yen for repair reserve fund, and 300 yen for association management fees. The parking space, which is free, is subject to an annual lottery for spot assignment. The property is part of a larger lot with a separate share of 10/1100. The management company is Japan Sogo Juseikatsu Co., Ltd., and a manager is present only on Tuesdays. Furniture and furnishings shown in the photos are not included in the sale. The property is located in a Category 1 Low-Rise Exclusive Residential Zone.
The area offers convenient daily living, with Kobe Municipal Iwaoka Elementary School approximately 410 meters away and the Kanato Nishikobe shopping facility about 640 meters away. For transportation, access is via the JR Sanyo Main Line; from Ohkubo Station, it's a 19-minute bus ride followed by a 4-minute walk from the Iwaoka Chugakko Mae bus stop. The surrounding region of Hyogo is rich with cultural and natural attractions. A short drive away, visitors can explore the historic Himeji Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned as one of Japan's most spectacular original castles.
