Spacious Family Home in Kunitachi with Open-Plan Living and Loft
This custom-built detached house in Kunitachi City, Tokyo, offers a spacious and bright living environment perfect for family life. The property features a 3LDK+S layout, with the 'S' denoting a service room or storage area. The total building area is 130.26 sqm (approximately 39.4 tsubo) on a generous land plot of 162.69 sqm (approximately 49.21 tsubo). Built in December 2002, this two-story wooden structure is located in a quiet, low-density residential zone.
Key features translated from the agent's notes include a loft (吹抜け) that creates an open and airy atmosphere in the living room. The entrance hall is also spacious with a loft, enhancing the sense of openness. All rooms are generously sized, and the south-facing balcony ensures excellent sunlight. The kitchen is a family-friendly, face-to-face (対面式) design that encourages interaction. Ample storage is provided in each room. The second-floor hallway features reinforced glass railings that do not obstruct the view, allowing light and a feeling of openness to permeate the entire floor. The walk from the station is along a flat route.
The agent highlights the excellent child-rearing environment, with both elementary and junior high schools within walking distance: Kunitachi City Kunitachi Third Elementary School is about 880m (11-minute walk) and Kunitachi City First Junior High School is about 530m (7-minute walk). Conveniences like a supermarket are within a 10-minute walk.
The area of Kunitachi is known for its academic atmosphere, being home to Hitotsubashi University. It's a green, residential city with a unique European-style 'Kunitachi Ginza' shopping street. A major nearby landmark is the expansive Showa Memorial Park in neighboring Tachikawa, a national government park famous for its seasonal flowers, vast lawns, and recreational facilities.