Historic 1928 Wooden Home in Osaka's Sumiyoshi Ward
This property is a distinctive wooden-built detached house located in Osaka's Sumiyoshi Ward, offering a generous 5LDK layout across two stories. Built in January 1928, this home presents a rare opportunity to own a piece of Osaka's architectural history. The total building area is 82.04 sqm (approximately 24.81 tsubo), situated on a land area of 67.76 sqm (approximately 20.49 tsubo) with a balcony of 5 sqm. The property is currently vacant, and the handover timing is negotiable.
Key details from the agent's notes include important clarifications on the property's measurements. The registered land area is 67.76 sqm, while a provisional survey indicates an area of 70.30 sqm. The registered building floor area is 69.02 sqm, but the official certificate of public charges confirms the building area as 82.04 sqm. The layout diagram prioritizes the current condition of the property. The land is designated as residential land within a City Planning Area (Urbanization Promotion Area) and falls under the First Category Residential District. The building-to-land ratio is 80% with a floor area ratio of 200%. The land is flat and fronts a 5.5m wide public road to the south, with a road frontage of 5.8m. There are legal restrictions regarding rebuilding. The transaction is handled as a general intermediary.
The location in Konohama 2-chome is highly convenient, with multiple transport options within walking distance. It is a 6-minute walk to Konohama Station on the Nankai Main Line, 7 minutes to Sumiyoshi Station on the Hankai Line, and 11 minutes to Tamade Station on the Osaka Metro Yotsubashi Line. The immediate vicinity offers daily necessities with supermarkets, a shopping street, and a pharmacy all within a few minutes' walk.
The surrounding Sumiyoshi area is rich in culture and history. A notable landmark is the iconic Sumiyoshi Taisha, one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, famous for its unique architectural style and the picturesque Sorihashi bridge. This area provides a blend of traditional atmosphere with the practical conveniences of city living in Osaka.
