Affordable and Recently Renovated Studio Apartment in Tsu, Mie Prefecture
This compact and well-maintained studio apartment offers an excellent opportunity for cost-conscious renters seeking a comfortable home in Tsu, Mie. The property is a one-room unit with a total floor area of 18 square meters (approximately 5.44 tsubo), featuring an 8-tatami mat Western-style room and a balcony facing east for natural light. The building itself is a reinforced concrete (RC) structure with 41 units in total, and this apartment is located on the 3rd floor of a 4-story building (with one basement level).
Key financial details make this apartment particularly attractive. The monthly rent is a very affordable 17,000 JPY, with no additional management or common service fees. Furthermore, the move-in costs are significantly reduced with no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金). A one-month free rent period is also available. Additional monthly costs include a parking fee of 3,300 JPY (if required) and a standard water utility fee of 2,750 JPY. A one-time key replacement fee of 16,500 JPY applies upon move-in.
The apartment has undergone comprehensive renovations, completed in December 2024. These updates include the entire water area—kitchen, bathroom, and toilet—with new Daia vinyl sheet flooring installed, as well as full interior refurbishment of walls and ceilings. The property is equipped with a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, an induction cooktop, ample storage including a closet, air conditioning for cooling and heating, a cushioned floor, a bed, a washing machine space, and full electric hot water supply. The building offers free bicycle and motorcycle parking. The listing notes that the property is suitable for foreign nationals, students, and allows for office or SOHO use. Consultations are available for elderly tenants.
The apartment is situated in the Isshinden Nakano area of Tsu City. A notable landmark in the wider region is the historic Tsu Castle, the ruins of which are located near Tsu Station and offer a glimpse into the area's samurai past. The property offers convenient access to daily necessities, with a 7-Eleven convenience store just 177 meters away and various drugstores and supermarkets within a short distance. For transportation, the closest station is Edobashi Station on the Kintetsu Nagoya Line, approximately an 11-minute walk away.
