Spacious 2LDK Apartment in Obihiro, Hokkaido
This well-maintained apartment offers comfortable living in a quiet residential neighborhood of Obihiro, Hokkaido. The property features a 2LDK layout with a total floor area of 51 sqm (approximately 15.42 tsubo). The living-dining-kitchen (LDK) area is a generous 11.7 tatami mats, complemented by two separate Western-style rooms of 6 mats and 4.5 mats. A key feature is the south-facing balcony measuring 4.86 sqm, providing excellent natural light to the main living spaces.
Essential equipment includes a separate bath and toilet, a system kitchen with a 2-burner stove, a washbasin in an independent washroom with a window, and ample storage with closets and built-in cupboards. The apartment is equipped with kerosene heating and features cushion flooring throughout. Other notable features are a monitor intercom, lighting fixtures in all rooms, and an indoor space for a washing machine. The building is a 4-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure, and this unit is located on the top (4th) floor, ensuring no overhead noise. Utilities include propane gas for cooking and hot water, public water supply, and sewerage.
Special notes and remarks highlight that this is a "residential support property." Applicants aged 65 or older are required to join a monthly monitoring service (Hokuden) for 1,100 yen (tax included). The property is also suitable for elderly consultation. It is located in a quiet residential area on flat land with two-sided lighting. Pets and musical instruments are not permitted. Student occupants are open for discussion, single occupants are acceptable, two-person occupancy is possible, and room-sharing is open for consultation. The property is IT-ready for important explanations.
The financial terms are straightforward with a monthly rent of 48,000 yen. There is no key money (reikin) and no security deposit (shikikin). A one-month gift (reikin) is required. Parking is available for one car free of charge, with a second space available for 2,200 yen per month (tax included). Other running costs include a 24-hour management fee of 1,100 yen per month. A lease guarantee is required through Epocard Co., Ltd., involving an initial fee of 24,550 yen and a monthly premium of 730 yen. A non-life insurance policy of approximately 20,000 yen for two years is also mandatory.
Obihiro is the central city of the Tokachi region in Hokkaido, renowned for its vast agricultural plains and high-quality dairy products. An interesting fact is that the city is the birthplace of the famous "Obihiro Butadon" (pork bowl), a local specialty where tender slices of grilled pork are served over rice. The area offers a blend of urban convenience and access to nature. The closest major landmark is the expansive Tokachi Millennium Forest, a vast ecological garden and forest park designed to showcase the region's natural beauty across a thousand-year vision.
