Cooperative Harmony 202: A Bright Apartment in a Quiet Nagoka Neighborhood
This apartment, located on the top floor of a small, four-unit wooden building, offers a comfortable and convenient living space in a peaceful residential area of Nagaoka City, Niigata Prefecture. The property is a 2DK layout with a total floor area of 46.78 square meters (approximately 14.15 tsubo). The layout includes a Japanese-style room of 8 tatami mats and a Western-style room of 7.5 tatami mats, with a separate dining-kitchen area of 6 tatami mats. The building was constructed in September 1994, making it 31 years old.
The agent's notes detail a comprehensive list of equipment and facilities. The apartment is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood and is a corner unit on the top floor. Parking is available for two vehicles, with one parking space provided free of charge, and there is also a bicycle parking area. The unit features a separate bath and toilet, a washlet (bidet) toilet seat, and an independent washbasin area. It is equipped with air conditioning and uses city gas. A distinctive feature is the inclusion of a sunroom. Other amenities include an indoor space for a washing machine, a changing area, entrance storage, a video monitor intercom, lighting in each room, and the capability for internet connection, including fiber optic internet. Installation of a gas cooking stove is possible.
The apartment is available for immediate move-in. The monthly rent is 43,000 yen. Initial costs include a security deposit (敷金) equivalent to two months' rent, a key replacement fee of 19,800 yen, and a fire insurance premium of 18,000 yen for two years. There is no key money (礼金) required. A monthly neighborhood association fee of 550 yen and a parking fee of 3,000 yen (for the second car) apply. A guarantor company is required.
The surrounding area of Nagaoka is rich in history and culture. An interesting fact is that Nagaoka is famous for its spectacular annual fireworks festival, one of Japan's largest and most prestigious, held every August. For a major tourist attraction, residents can easily visit the Nagaoka City Local History Museum to learn about the region's past or take a short trip to the scenic Echigo Hillside Park, known for its vast flower gardens and seasonal events.
