Spacious 4LDK Detached House in Otaru with Renovation History
This property is a detached house for sale located in Shinko 5-chome, Otaru City, Hokkaido. The house features a 4LDK layout, comprising two Japanese-style rooms (each 6 tatami mats), two Western-style rooms (each 6 tatami mats), and a combined living, dining, and kitchen area (16 tatami mats). The building is a two-story wooden structure built in August 1992, with a total floor area of 93.15㎡ (approx. 28.17 tsubo). The land area is a generous 239.15㎡ (approx. 72.34 tsubo) with a building-to-land ratio of 60% and a floor area ratio of 100%.
Key equipment and features of the property include a kitchen, IH cooking heater, closets, air conditioning, FF heating, electricity, water supply, sewerage, and road heating. A significant renovation was completed in January 2012, covering the water areas (kitchen, bathroom, toilet, washroom), interior (floors, walls, ceilings, fittings), and exterior (exterior walls, roof). The property also has a repair history. It is currently vacant, and the handover timing is negotiable. There is parking available for two cars. The transaction type is exclusive agency. Please note that the property will be handed over in its current state, and the boundaries are not explicitly indicated.
The property is situated in a quiet residential area within Otaru, a historic port city famous for its preserved canal district and glassworks. The location offers convenient access to daily amenities, with a supermarket and convenience store within a short walking distance. An interesting fact about Otaru is that its historic canal, now lined with charming stone warehouses converted into shops and museums, was once the heart of the city's bustling trade, particularly in herring and shipping. The closest major landmark is the scenic Otaru Canal, a beautifully preserved waterway and a symbol of the city's rich history.