Convenient and Affordable Apartment Near Kyushu Institute of Technology
This rental apartment, Maison Sawami, offers a practical and well-located living solution in Kitakyushu's Tobata Ward. The property is a 3rd-floor unit in a 3-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in March 1985. It features a compact and efficient studio layout with a dedicated floor area of 15.3 sqm (approximately 4.62 tsubo), which includes a 5-tatami mat Western-style room.
The apartment comes equipped with essential amenities for comfortable daily living. Facilities include city gas, air conditioning, hot water supply, a toilet, a unit bath with combined bath and toilet, a shower, space for installing a gas stove, a washing machine area, a bicycle parking area, and unlimited internet usage. It is a corner room, which often allows for better light and ventilation.
A key highlight is its exceptional proximity to education and transport. The property is just a 2-minute walk (160 meters) from the West Gate of the Kyushu Institute of Technology, making it an ideal choice for students or staff. It is also a 2-minute walk from the Koda-mae bus stop, providing convenient local transit options.
The financial terms are straightforward and tenant-friendly. The monthly rent is 20,000 yen. There is no security deposit (敷金), no key money (礼金), no monthly maintenance or common service fees, and no renewal fees. A guarantee company is required, with an annual continuation fee of 13,000 yen. Other initial costs include a key exchange fee of 16,500 yen.
The surrounding Tobata area is a historic part of Kitakyushu, known for its role in Japan's industrial development. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Space World theme park, which operated from 1990 to 2017, once featured a roller coaster that passed through a real-life retired rocket booster. For recreation and sightseeing, residents can easily visit the iconic Kawachi Fujien (Kawachi Wisteria Garden) in nearby Yahata, famous for its breathtaking, tunnel-like displays of wisteria flowers in spring.
