Compact and Convenient 1DK Apartment in Sakai, Osaka
This affordable rental apartment is located in Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, offering a compact 1DK layout with a total floor area of 27 square meters (approximately 8.16 tsubo). The property is situated on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in April 1964. The monthly rent is 38,000 yen, with an additional monthly common area fee of 5,000 yen. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金) required, making initial moving costs significantly lower.
Essential equipment includes a toilet, a separate bath and toilet, a shower, space for a washing machine, and availability for a gas stove using city gas. Special notes from the agent highlight that viewings are welcomed and encouraged. The property is open to applicants without life insurance or a guarantor, and foreign nationals are eligible to apply. The toilet is a simplified flush type. Early termination fees apply: less than one year incurs a two-month penalty, and less than two years incurs a one-month penalty. Contents insurance is required, costing 18,000 yen for two years, though terms may change depending on the occupant or conditions. A rental guarantee company membership is mandatory, with options like Public Associates available, costing approximately 15,000 yen for two years via JID Zenporen Nihon Safety.
The apartment is in the Higashi Ward of Sakai, a city rich with history. Sakai is famously known for its historical merchant culture and was once one of Japan's most important trading ports during the Sengoku period. The area offers convenient daily living, with the nearest major train station being Nankai Koya Line's Hagiharatenjin Station, just an 8-minute walk away. From there, residents have direct access to central Osaka. The closest major landmark is the iconic Osaka Castle, a magnificent historical site and popular tourist destination easily accessible via train.
