Compact and Bright 1K Apartment in a Quiet Residential Area of Kashihara, Nara
This charming 1K apartment offers a comfortable living space in the quiet residential neighborhood of Kashihara City, Nara Prefecture. The property is conveniently located just an 8-minute walk from Kintetsu Osaka Line's Yamato-Yagi Station, a major terminal station, providing excellent access to the wider Kansai region. The apartment is situated on the second floor of a two-story wooden building constructed in December 1990.
The unit features a compact yet efficient layout with a total private floor area of 15.81 square meters (approximately 4.78 tsubo). A key highlight is the south-facing balcony, which offers excellent sunlight and ventilation as there are no buildings to the south, creating a bright and pleasant atmosphere. The apartment comes equipped with essential amenities including a toilet, shower, washbasin, IH cooking heater, air conditioning, and a loft space for extra storage. The property uses city gas.
Special notes from the agent highlight the quiet residential setting. Additional remarks specify a basic cleaning fee of 33,500 yen and confirm that the apartment comes with furniture and appliances, including the air conditioning unit. The rental terms are favorable, with no key money (礼金) and no security deposit (敷金). The monthly rent is 29,000 yen with an additional 3,000 yen monthly management/common area fee. A nearby parking space is available for 5,000 yen per month. The contract period is 2 years with no renewal fee, and tenant insurance is required (approximately 15,000 yen for 2 years for fire coverage, subject to change).
The surrounding area of Kashihara is rich in history as part of the ancient Yamato region. An interesting local feature mentioned by the agent is a street lined with cherry trees, offering beautiful blooms in the spring. The closest major landmark is the historic Kashihara Shrine, a significant Shinto site located a short distance away, which is closely associated with Japan's first emperor, Emperor Jimmu.
