Compact and Convenient 1K Apartment in Kagoshima's Murasaki-hara
This affordable 1K apartment offers a comfortable and convenient base for single living in Kagoshima City. Located on the second floor of an 8-unit wooden apartment building constructed in August 1990, the unit features a total private area of 20 sqm (approximately 6.05 tsubo). The layout includes a 6-tatami mat Japanese-style room and a 4-tatami mat kitchen area, providing a cozy space to relax.
Key equipment and features include a separate bath and toilet, a shower, a washlet toilet seat, and windows in both the bathroom and kitchen for good ventilation. The unit is equipped with air conditioning for year-round comfort and offers ample storage with built-in closets (oshiire) and overhead storage compartments (tenbukuro). The kitchen comes with hanging cupboards for additional storage. The property is situated in a quiet residential area on high ground, benefiting from two-sided natural light. A special note is that the first floor is raised, and there are stairs from the road level to access the building.
The apartment is available for immediate occupancy. The monthly rent is a very reasonable 22,000 yen with no monthly management or common area fees. The initial costs include a security deposit (shikikin) of two months' rent (44,000 yen) and no key money (reikin). A parking space is available for an additional 6,000 yen per month. The contract period is for two years with no renewal fee. Tenant insurance is required, and a guarantee company must be used. Pets, DIY modifications, and customizations are not permitted.
The Murasaki-hara area of Kagoshima is a well-established residential neighborhood. An interesting local fact is that Kagoshima is the birthplace of Saigo Takamori, one of the most influential samurai in Japanese history. The closest major landmark is the iconic active volcano, Sakurajima, which dominates the view across Kagoshima Bay and is a short ferry ride away, offering spectacular scenery and hiking opportunities.
