Modern Two-Story Home with Earthquake-Resistant Design in Chigasaki
This recently built two-story house, completed in January 2024, offers a modern and comfortable living space in the desirable city of Chigasaki, Kanagawa Prefecture. The property features a 3SLDK layout, providing three bedrooms, a living, dining, and kitchen area, along with a service room. The home is constructed by Misawa Home and includes a seismic damping (制振) structure for enhanced safety and peace of mind.
The interior is designed with a focus on spaciousness. The living area boasts a high 2.9-meter ceiling, creating an open and airy atmosphere. The open-plan kitchen continues this theme with a 3.1-meter ceiling and is equipped with an IH cooking heater, a system kitchen, and a dishwasher. The home is all-electric (オール電化) and includes a solar power generation system and EV charging equipment. Additional notable features include two toilets (one with a tankless system and warm-water bidet), a bathroom with a drying function, heating, a window, and a size of one 'tsubo' or larger, underfloor heating, a monitor intercom, a double-lock door, an electric shutter, and a fire alarm. The living room opens onto a wooden deck, extending the living space outdoors. Parking is available for two vehicles.
The property is situated on a corner lot with road frontage to the east (16m public road) and south (5.9m public road). The land is zoned for Quasi-Industrial use within an Urbanization Promotion Area. The building has a floor area ratio of 200% and a site coverage of 60%. It holds certifications as a Long-Term Excellent Housing property and meets BELS/energy-saving standards. An inspection was conducted on August 10, 2023.
The area of Chigasaki is renowned for its long, sandy beaches and is a popular destination for surfing and sunbathing. It offers a relaxed, coastal lifestyle while maintaining excellent access to Tokyo via the JR Tokaido Line. A major landmark nearby is the iconic Enoshima Island, a small offshore island connected to the mainland by a bridge, famous for its shrine, sea caves, and panoramic views of Mount Fuji.
