Spacious and Affordable 2DK Apartment in Shijonawate, Osaka
This rental apartment, located in the Famille 1 building in Shijonawate City, Osaka Prefecture, offers a comfortable and well-equipped living space. The property features a 2DK layout with a wall-core area of 45 sqm (approximately 13.61 tsubo), providing ample room. Situated on the 2nd floor of a two-story, lightweight steel structure building constructed in September 1986, the apartment includes a west-facing balcony.
Key financial details include a monthly rent of 47,000 yen, a monthly management fee of 3,000 yen, a key money (reikin) of 50,000 yen, and no security deposit (shikikin). Parking is available for an additional 10,000 yen per month. The contract period is 2 years with no renewal fee. The property requires tenants to join a housing insurance plan (approx. 20,000 yen for 2 years) and a rental guarantee program (FR Credit Guarantee), with an initial requirement for a joint guarantor. Conditions prohibit pets and room sharing.
The apartment is well-appointed with essential equipment including a separate bath and toilet, shower, closets, air conditioning, and free internet usage. Utilities are connected for city gas, water supply, sewerage, and hot water. The building also offers bicycle and motorcycle parking.
Shijonawate City offers a blend of suburban tranquility and accessibility. The apartment is within a 12-minute walk from Shijonawate Station on the Katamachi Line, providing a direct connection to central Osaka. An interesting local fact is that the city's name is derived from the four (shi) ancient burial mounds (kofun) located in the area, reflecting its deep historical roots. For recreation, residents can easily visit the scenic Mount Ikoma, a popular hiking destination offering panoramic views of the Osaka plains and Nara Basin, which is accessible via the Kintetsu Line from nearby stations.
