Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Shijonawate, Osaka
This well-maintained 1K apartment offers a comfortable and convenient living space in Shijonawate City, Osaka Prefecture. The unit is located on the 2nd floor of a 3-story steel-framed building constructed in July 1997, with a private south-facing balcony. The total floor area is 23.18 sqm (approximately 7.01 tsubo). The monthly rent is 32,000 yen, with a monthly common area fee of 3,000 yen. Key money is set at 50,000 yen, while the security deposit is 0 yen. A parking space is available for an additional 8,000 yen per month.
The apartment comes equipped with essential amenities for modern living. The kitchen features an IH cooking heater, and the property is pre-wired with a high-speed, stable optical fiber line, ensuring smooth connectivity for online meetings and daily use. Other equipment includes separate bath and toilet, shower, storage space, closet, air conditioning, CATV, indoor washing machine space, water heater, and a free bicycle parking area. The property is currently occupied, and the move-in date is negotiable. The standard lease term is 2 years, with a renewal fee applicable. Tenant insurance is required (approximately 15,000 yen for 2 years), and a rental guarantee service is mandatory (initial fee 50% with a minimum of 20,000 yen, and 10,000 yen annually upon renewal). Credit card payment is accepted for initial costs.
The location provides excellent daily convenience. Within a short walk, you'll find Family Mart convenience stores (290m and 466m away), Lucky and Sandy supermarkets near Shinogao Station (575m and 648m), and restaurants like Washoku Sato and Matsunoya (577m and 498m). The area is well-connected, with Shinogao Station (Katamachi Line) an 8-minute walk away and Shijonawate Station a 22-minute walk. An interesting local fact is that Shijonawate City is named after the ancient Shijo-nawate battlefield, a significant site from the 14th-century Nanboku-cho period. For a major tourist attraction, the iconic Osaka Castle, a historic landmark and museum, is approximately a 40-minute train ride away, offering a deep dive into Japan's samurai history.
