Compact and Convenient One-Room Apartment in Higashiosaka
This one-room apartment, located in the Excel Kounoike 1F building in Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture, offers a practical and affordable living solution, particularly suitable for individuals. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate consultation regarding move-in timing.
Translated from the agent's notes, the apartment features a separate bath and toilet, a shower, air conditioning, a washing machine space, city gas, and a bicycle parking area. Special remarks indicate that the floor plan diagram prioritizes the actual current condition of the property. The rental agreement requires a guarantee company membership, with an initial guarantee fee of 50% of the total rent and an annual renewal fee of ¥10,000. A free rent period is offered, and the contract term is for two years. An inspection and performance evaluation are available. The building is a 4-story steel structure, and this unit is on the 1st floor. It has a total private area of 24 sqm (approximately 7.26 tsubo), includes a balcony with primary sunlight exposure from the east, and is one of 25 units in the building. Additional monthly costs include a common area fee of ¥3,000 and an optional emergency support service for ¥1,100 per month. A non-refundable key money (reikin) equivalent to one month's rent is required, while the security deposit (shikikin) is none. A non-life insurance policy, costing approximately ¥15,000 for two years with AIG (subject to change), is also required.
The area of Higashiosaka is a vibrant part of the Kansai region, known for its manufacturing history and as the hometown of many small and medium-sized enterprises, earning it the nickname "the town of monozukuri (craftsmanship)." For recreation, residents can easily visit the iconic Osaka Castle, a major national landmark and historic site, which is a short train ride away and offers beautiful park grounds and a museum within its main keep.