Bright and Modern 1LDK Apartment in Takikawa, Hokkaido
This well-presented apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living space in Takikawa, Hokkaido. The unit is a 1LDK layout with a total private floor area of 35.48 sqm (approximately 10.73 tsubo). The interior has been renovated and features stylish finishes. Key equipment includes air conditioning, a kerosene stove for heating, a gas cooktop, a separate bath and toilet, a shower-equipped vanity, a washing machine space, and a shoe box at the entrance. The unit is a corner room on the second floor, benefiting from two-sided natural light, making the rooms bright and airy. Additional storage is provided with convenient shelving under the window in the Western-style room.
Special notes for this property highlight the two-sided lighting. Important remarks include: the property is within the districts for Higashi Elementary School and Meien Junior High School; a joint guarantor is not required, but enrollment with the guarantee company Nippon Safety is required; parking is available for two cars (one free, the second at 3,000 yen per month); a bicycle parking area is available; snow removal is provided; and a 6-piece furniture and appliance lease set is available for 4,400 yen per month (including a 32-inch TV, TV counter, microwave, IH cooking hob, fully automatic washing machine, and refrigerator/freezer). A 10,000 yen non-refundable deposit is required for the appliance lease upon move-in.
The apartment building, named "Bell Ts 201," is a two-story wooden structure built in December 1992. It contains 14 units total. The rental terms are favorable, including one month of free rent, no security deposit, no key money, and no agent commission. A two-year lease includes a renewal fee. Required costs include insurance (approximately 27,000 yen for two years) and an initial guarantee fee for Nippon Safety (20,000 yen, with a student discount of 10,000 yen).
Located in Takikawa City, Hokkaido, the area is known for its rich agricultural heritage and scenic landscapes along the Sorachi River. An interesting local fact is that Takikawa is home to the "Takikawa Phoenix," a large, phoenix-shaped kite flown annually during a summer festival, symbolizing the town's revival. The closest major landmark is the historic Takikawa City Museum, which offers insights into the region's coal mining history and indigenous Ainu culture.
