Spacious Maisonette Apartment with Panoramic Views in Sakai, Osaka
This unique property is a spacious 2LDK maisonette apartment located on the 9th and 10th floors of an 11-story building in Sakai, Osaka. With a generous wall-core exclusive area of 98.81 sqm, the layout includes a large 11.5-tatami Western-style room and a 5.5-tatami Western-style room. The apartment features a dual-aspect balcony totaling 23.35 sqm, including a roof balcony, ensuring excellent sunlight and panoramic views from its elevated position. The building is a robust SRC (Steel Reinforced Concrete) structure with some RC (Reinforced Concrete) sections, built in March 1992.
Translated agent notes provide essential details. The equipment includes two toilets, a separate bath and toilet, a washbasin, an island kitchen, storage in all rooms, CATV internet, flooring, an auto-lock security system, city gas, water supply, sewage, hot water supply, a bicycle parking area (annual fee 1,000 yen), and a motorcycle parking area (annual fee 12,000 yen). Special notes highlight that the property is suitable for viewing fireworks displays, benefits from two-sided natural light, has excellent sunlight, and offers fine views. Remarks clarify that the transaction type is an exclusive dedicated agency.
Additional monthly costs include a management fee of 11,400 yen and a repair reserve fund of 18,950 yen. Parking is available nearby at 8,500 yen per month, though spaces within the condominium are currently unavailable, with a waiting list for spots costing 7,000 to 12,000 yen. A nearby parking lot approximately 25 meters from the building may be transferable from all owners. Other running costs consist of a neighborhood association fee of 300 yen per month, a cable TV fee of 616 yen per month, and an 800 yen monthly fee for the use of the roof balcony. There are no key money or deposit requirements. The property is pet-friendly, allowing small dogs, cats, and other pets, though it cannot be used as an office.
The area of Sakai is rich in history, famously known for its ancient burial mounds (kofun), including the massive Daisenryo Kofun, which is a UNESCO World Heritage site. For daily life, the property is within walking distance of supermarkets, convenience stores, and other amenities. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Osaka Castle, a historic landmark located approximately 20 kilometers north, easily accessible via train and a must-visit for its museum and surrounding park.
