Compact and Affordable Apartment in Tosu, Saga Prefecture
This rental apartment, located in Tosu City, Saga Prefecture, offers a compact and budget-friendly living solution. The property is a 1K layout with a private area of 19.5 sqm (approximately 5.89 tsubo), situated on the first floor of a two-story building. The monthly rent is a very accessible 22,000 yen, with a common-area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金) required, making the initial moving costs significantly lower.
According to the agent's notes, the apartment is equipped with a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, air conditioning, a washing machine space (both a general and indoor space), lighting fixtures, and uses propane gas for hot water supply. The unit is a corner room. Special notes indicate the property is geared towards elderly residents (高齢者向け). A remark highlights the attractive rent and mentions that parking spaces are available. The building is a steel-framed structure built in November 1985. Parking is available for an additional 3,300 yen per month. Other move-in costs include a key replacement fee of 19,800 yen. The rental contract is for a standard 2-year period with a renewal fee, and tenant insurance is required (approximately 1,000 yen per month for a specified small-amount short-term insurance). A rental guarantee company membership is also mandatory.
The apartment is located in the Muratacho area of Tosu City. Tosu is a key transportation hub in northern Kyushu, known for the large Tosu Premium Outlets, a major shopping destination drawing visitors from across the region. The closest major landmark is the historic Yoshinogari Historical Park, an extensive archaeological site featuring reconstructed Yayoi-period pit dwellings and watchtowers, offering a fascinating glimpse into ancient Japanese history. The nearest station is Hizen-Fumoto Station on the Nagasaki Main Line, approximately a 17-minute walk away.
