Maison Popins II 206: A Quiet, Student-Friendly Apartment in Joetsu
This property is Maison Popins II, Room 206, a 1K apartment located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture. The apartment is on the top (second) floor with no units above, ensuring a peaceful living environment. It faces south, providing good natural light. The unit features a system kitchen with a single-burner stove, a separate bath and toilet, air conditioning, and city gas. The property uses a septic tank system. It includes a balcony, an indoor space for a washing machine, a closet, and a shoe box. Internet is provided free of charge. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金) required, making it an excellent and recommended option for individuals living alone or students, particularly those attending Joetsu University of Education.
The apartment is a 23.5 sqm (approximately 7.1 tsubo) unit on the second floor of a two-story, wood-frame apartment building constructed in March 1992 (34 years old). The monthly rent is 32,000 yen. Other initial costs include a key replacement fee of 13,200 yen, a "kurashido 24" fee of 16,500 yen (for 2 years), a deodorization/disinfection fee of 7,000 yen, a neighborhood association fee of 600 yen, a parking fee of 2,000 yen (subject to availability limits), and a cleaning fee of 38,500 yen. A fire insurance premium of 18,000 yen for two years is also required. A guarantor company (CIZ Niigata) is involved, and no personal guarantor is needed. Please note that if the actual condition differs from the images, the actual condition takes precedence. Cancellation within the first year of the contract incurs a penalty of one month's rent.
The area of Joetsu City in Niigata is rich in history and natural beauty. It was formed from the merger of the former castle town of Takada and the port city of Naoetsu. An interesting local fact is that Takada Park, one of Japan's Three Great Night Cherry Blossom Viewing Spots, is famous for its over 4,000 cherry trees illuminated at night, creating a breathtaking spectacle. The closest major landmark from the property is the historic Takada Castle Site (Takada Park), a famous tourist attraction known for its beautiful grounds and seasonal events.
