Eskaia Ikebukuro: A Bright and Convenient Investment Condominium

This property is a 1K condominium unit for sale in the Eskaia Ikebukuro building, located in Ikebukuro Honcho, Toshima Ward, Tokyo. The unit is on the 4th floor of a 5-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in May 1984. With a private wall-core area of 20.08 sqm (approximately 6.07 tsubo) and a 1.85 sqm balcony, the apartment offers efficient living space. A key feature highlighted in the agent's notes is the two-sided lighting, allowing residents to enjoy the changing sunlight from multiple directions. The unit is also pre-wired for cable television (CATV).

The building is well-equipped for modern living, featuring air conditioning, internet connectivity, an indoor space for a washing machine, city gas, hot water supply, an elevator, and a free bicycle parking area. The presence of secure bicycle storage makes this property an excellent fit for a cycling lifestyle. The building is managed by Leoben Community Co., Ltd. under a fully outsourced, patrol-based management system. The current status is tenanted, with an estimated annual rental income of 660,000 Yen and a projected yield of 6.1%. An owner change is planned for the year.

The location offers superb access, with Kitai-Ikebukuro Station on the Tobu Tojo Line just a 6-minute walk away. Ikebukuro Station, a major hub on the JR Yamanote Line, is within a 13-minute walk, providing direct access to Shinjuku, Shibuya, and Tokyo Station. The area around Ikebukuro is a vibrant commercial and entertainment district, home to major department stores, Sunshine City—a massive complex featuring an aquarium, planetarium, and observation deck—and the peaceful Rikugien Garden, a classic Japanese landscape garden dating back to the 18th century, offering a serene escape from the urban energy.