Spacious Two-Unit Apartment Building in Kitakyushu
This property is a two-unit apartment building located in the quiet residential area of Shinozaki 3-chome, Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu City. Built in September 1978, this wooden structure offers a total floor area of 129.2 sqm (approx. 39.08 tsubo) across two stories, situated on a land plot of 138 sqm (approx. 41.74 tsubo). The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate handover.
The building features two separate apartments. One unit includes a Western-style room on the first floor that enjoys excellent sunlight and a pleasant south-facing orientation. A brand-new kitchen has already been installed, adding immediate value and convenience. The property's facilities include propane gas, air conditioning, water heating, a separate bath and toilet, a shower, storage space, an indoor washing machine area, and a bicycle parking area. There is also a dedicated parking lot with space for two cars in front of and beside the entrance, which can also be used for parking motorcycles or bicycles.
Critical details from the agent notes include the road access situation. The land fronts two public roads: a 5-meter wide road to the south with a frontage of 11.8 meters (with designated location approval), and a 5.7-meter wide road to the southwest with a frontage of 5.3 meters. The property is located within an Urbanization Area, zoned as Category I Low-Rise Exclusive Residential District, with a building-to-land ratio of 50% and a floor area ratio of 80%.
The area of Kokurakita Ward is a blend of residential calm and urban convenience. An interesting historical fact is that Kitakyushu City was formed in 1963 through the merger of five cities, including Kokura, creating one of Japan's first designated major cities. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Kokura Castle, a beautifully reconstructed castle with a serene Japanese garden, located approximately 3 kilometers from the property and offering a glimpse into the region's samurai past.