Affordable Apartment in Kitakyushu with All-Electric Amenities
This apartment, located in the Ohatake 1-chome area of Kokurakita Ward, Kitakyushu City, offers a compact and efficient living space. The unit is a 23 m² (approximately 6.95 tsubo) one-room layout with a Western-style room and a balcony. The building, Ohatake AI Building, is a 4-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure built in July 1989, and the apartment is situated on the 1st floor. It is currently vacant and available for immediate occupancy.
The property comes with a comprehensive set of facilities and equipment: air conditioning, toilet, combined bath and toilet, shower, storage space, electric stove, balcony, bicycle parking area, all-electric power system, shoe box, and an on-site garbage disposal area. A key feature is the all-electric setup, which can contribute to a modern and potentially efficient utility management.
Critical agent notes have been translated. Special notes indicate that pets are not allowed and a guarantor is not required. Important remarks detail the application process and financial conditions: viewing reservations and applications must be made via ITANDI BB. There are early termination penalties: if terminated within less than one year, the penalty is two months' total rent; if within less than two years, it is one month's total rent. A one-month notice is required for termination. The contract renewal administrative fee is 22,000 yen every two years. Furthermore, there are specific guarantee company changes for certain applicants: For foreign nationals and elderly customers, the initial guarantee fee is 100% (minimum 50,000 yen), with a monthly fee of 1,500 yen and an annual fee of 18,000 yen/year. For others, depending on screening results, the initial guarantee fee is 100% (minimum 50,000 yen) with an annual fee of 18,000 yen/year. Separate contracts with Legal Smooth Co., Ltd. and written agreements with "Rakumori" or "Bridge Life" are required in addition to the guarantee entrustment contract. Note that depending on screening results, a different guarantee company may be used.
The monthly rent is a very affordable 17,000 yen, with an additional common service fee (管理費) of 8,000 yen. There is no security deposit (敷金), key money (礼金), or guarantee deposit (保証金). A rent guarantee company is required, with Land Insure Inc. listed (renewal fee 15,000 yen every year). Other move-out costs include a cleaning fee of 30,800 yen, key replacement at 22,000 yen, and air conditioner cleaning at 13,200 yen (or 26,400 yen for units with self-cleaning function).
The area of Kokurakita Ward is a central part of Kitakyushu, a city known for its history and modern developments. An interesting fact is that Kitakyushu was formed in 1963 through the merger of five cities, including Kokura, and is now a major hub for robotics and environmental technology. The closest major landmark is Kokura Castle, a historically reconstructed castle with beautiful gardens, located approximately 3 kilometers from the property, offering a glimpse into the region's samurai past.
