Compact and Convenient Apartment in Otaru's Historic District
This apartment offers a practical and affordable entry point for first-time independent living in the charming port city of Otaru, Hokkaido. The unit is a 1DK layout with a total private floor area of 23.1 square meters (approximately 6.98 tsubo), located on the first floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in January 1996. The monthly rent is 35,000 yen, with no additional management or common service fees, making the running costs very clear. The move-in conditions are favorable, with no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金), requiring only one month's rent as a gratuity. The contract period is two years with no renewal fee.
Translated agent notes on equipment and features detail the apartment's amenities. The unit has a separate bath and toilet, heating provided by kerosene and FF (fan-forced) heaters, a designated indoor space for a washing machine, and uses propane gas for cooking and hot water supply. Special notes clarify that insurance is required, estimated at 15,000 yen for two years, though terms may change depending on the occupant and conditions. The listing is a general intermediary transaction. It is also noted that the floor plan should be considered secondary to the actual current condition of the property.
