Compact Loft Apartment in the Quiet Residential Area of Kodaira, Tokyo
This charming one-room apartment with a loft offers an affordable and comfortable living solution in the peaceful residential neighborhood of Kodaira, Tokyo. The unit features a total floor area of 10 sqm (approximately 3.02 tsubo), cleverly designed to maximize space. The main living area is a 4.5-tatami mat south-facing room that receives pleasant sunlight. A key feature is the included loft space, measuring approximately 2.8 tatami mats and equipped with an electrical outlet, providing versatile extra room for storage, sleeping, or a hobby area.
The apartment comes with essential equipment including a unit bath with a mirror, an electric cooking stove in the kitchen, and a pre-installed air conditioning unit for year-round comfort. The property is also set up for J:COM services, offering internet and paid channel options, and is compatible with FLET'S Hikari fiber optic internet. Shared facilities for the building include a free communal washing machine located under the staircase.
Special notes for this property include a welcoming policy for student tenants. Critical requirements for application and move-in include a mandatory screening process (which may involve an interview), a required joint guarantor (preferably a family member), mandatory enrollment with a designated rental guarantee company, and mandatory subscription to a specified fire insurance policy. It is also important to note that the property is located within a flood hazard zone as indicated on hazard maps. Initial costs are kept low with no key money (礼金) and no security deposit (敷金). However, move-in costs include a key replacement fee of 22,000 yen and a move-out cleaning fee (including air conditioner cleaning) of 33,000 yen.
The surrounding area of Kodaira's Suzuki-cho is a quiet residential district. Within a 10-minute walk, residents have access to supermarkets, retail shops, and convenience stores like Lawson and Seven-Eleven. An interesting local fact is that Kodaira City is home to the renowned Kodaira City Museum of Literature, dedicated to the works of famous Japanese author Kenji Miyazawa, who spent time in the area. The closest major landmark is the expansive Showa Memorial Park, a national government park in neighboring Tachikawa, famous for its vast lawns, seasonal flower displays, and recreational facilities.
