Spacious Modern Family Home in a Quiet Otaru Neighborhood
This property is a well-maintained, relatively new 5LDK detached house built in September 2016, located in a quiet residential area of Otaru, Hokkaido. The home offers a generous total floor area of 132.48㎡ (approximately 40.07 tsubo) spread over two stories, providing ample space for family living. The land area is a substantial 323.72㎡ (approximately 97.92 tsubo), offering plenty of outdoor space and room for multiple vehicles.
Key features and equipment of the property include electricity, running water, and sewer connections. The house is constructed of wood and includes a garden. Parking is available for three or more cars, and the front road is a public road, ensuring good snow removal conditions in winter. The building has received both confirmation and completion inspections.
Special notes and remarks from the agent provide essential details for prospective buyers. The property is situated in a quiet residential neighborhood. The road frontage details are: a 15.04m frontage onto a 6.36-8.40m wide public road on the southwest side, and a 21.48m frontage onto a 5.00-6.47m wide private road on the southeast side. The fixed asset tax for the 2023 fiscal year is 116,500 yen annually. The sale is subject to a disclaimer of liability for non-conforming contracts. The building, its fixtures, and equipment will be transferred in their current state with no repairs or renovations. The land will also be transferred as-is, with no land leveling, development, or tree felling. The property boundaries are not explicitly marked. There is no snow slide hazard. The current resident's belongings will remain in the property at the time of handover. Prospective buyers are strongly advised to inspect the property in person.
The area of Otaru is famous for its historic canal district, a reminder of its past as a major herring fishing and trading port. The city beautifully blends its Meiji and Taisho-era stone warehouses with modern attractions. A major landmark not far from this residential neighborhood is the iconic Otaru Canal, a picturesque waterway lined with old warehouses that now house restaurants, shops, and museums, creating a romantic and nostalgic atmosphere, especially when illuminated at night.
