Compact and Convenient Apartment in Hirakata, Osaka
This affordable apartment offers a compact living solution in the residential area of Hirakata, Osaka. The property is a one-room unit with a total interior floor area of 19.03 sqm (approximately 5.75 tsubo), located on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in July 1986. The unit includes a 4.00 sqm balcony facing north for natural light.
Key features and equipment translated from the agent notes include: Bath and toilet are in the same room, city gas, running water, and sewer system. Special conditions for tenancy are clearly outlined: pets are not allowed, musical instruments are not permitted, smoking is prohibited, a guarantor is required, the unit can be used as an office, and it is available for corporate housing. The property is managed by Shibata Housing Co., Ltd., with a manager on a patrol duty system. A building condition inspection is available upon request.
The monthly cost is structured with a rent of 25,000 yen and a common area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. The initial move-in costs include a key money (reikin) equivalent to one month's rent (25,000 yen) and no security deposit (shikikin). There is no renewal fee for the standard two-year lease term. However, tenants are required to join a rental guarantee program and purchase a two-year insurance plan for 16,500 yen (content may vary).
The location is highly convenient, situated within a 9-minute walk from Hirakata-Koen Station on the Keihan Electric Railway Keihan Line. The area around Hirakata is known for its blend of urban accessibility and green spaces. An interesting local fact is that the city is home to Hirakata Park, one of Japan's oldest amusement parks, which opened in 1910. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Hikone Castle, a designated National Treasure in Shiga Prefecture, easily accessible for a day trip and offering a glimpse into Japan's feudal history.
