Compact and Convenient 1DK Apartment in Osaka's Suminoe Ward
This rental apartment, located in the Wisteria Konohama building in Suminoe Ward, Osaka City, offers a compact and functional living space ideal for a single occupant. The unit is a 1DK layout with a 6-tatami mat Japanese-style room and a 4.5-tatami mat dining-kitchen area, totaling a private area of 21 sqm. It is situated on the 4th floor of a 5-story steel-framed building constructed in September 1989.
Key financial details include a monthly rent of 35,000 yen plus a monthly common area fee of 5,000 yen. The initial costs consist of a key money (reikin) of 100,000 yen, with no security deposit (shikikin) required. The contract period is 2 years with no renewal fee. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
According to the agent's notes, the apartment features separate bath and toilet, a shower, space for a gas cooker, storage space, air conditioning, a laundry machine placement area, a corner room location, and hot water supply. The property is noted for having good sunlight. A special remark highlights that it is conveniently located right by a shopping street. Important conditions include: no pets allowed, limited to single occupants only, musical instruments are not permitted, two-person occupancy is not allowed, a guarantor is required, corporate contracts are not accepted, and the unit cannot be used as an office. Parking for cars and motorcycles is not available. The tenant is required to join a rental guarantee program (K-net) and purchase a small-amount short-term insurance policy (e.g., Japan Small Amount Short-Term Insurance) for approximately 15,000 yen for 2 years.
The area of Suminoe Ward is a diverse part of Osaka, known for its mix of residential neighborhoods and coastal industrial zones. An interesting fact is that Suminoe Ward is home to the Osaka Municipal Tram, one of the last two tram lines still operating in Osaka, offering a nostalgic mode of transport. The closest major landmark is the historic Sumiyoshi Taisha (Sumiyoshi Grand Shrine), one of Japan's oldest Shinto shrines, famous for its unique architectural style and beautiful arched bridge.
