Spacious 1LDK Apartment in Vibrant Ikebukuro with Investment Potential
This well-maintained apartment, located on the 8th floor of an 11-story building constructed in February 1982, offers a comfortable living space in the heart of Tokyo's bustling Ikebukuro district. The property features a 1LDK layout with a wall-core exclusive area of 54.96 sqm (approximately 16.62 tsubo), providing ample room. The building is of sturdy SRC (steel-framed reinforced concrete) construction and is managed by Japan Housing Corporation with full outsourcing and daytime management staff.
Key equipment and features include a bicycle parking area (monthly fee of 500 yen) and a motorcycle parking space (monthly fee of 1,000 yen). The property is currently tenanted, presenting an immediate investment opportunity with an estimated annual rental income of 2,904,000 yen and a projected yield of 3.82%. Monthly fees include a management fee of 18,100 yen and a repair reserve fund of 9,800 yen. The transaction is handled as a general intermediary, and the property comes with defect insurance and a performance evaluation.
The area of Higashi-Ikebukuro is a major commercial and entertainment hub, known for its massive Sunshine City complex, which houses an aquarium, planetarium, and observation deck. An interesting fact is that Sunshine City was built on the former site of the Sugamo Prison. The closest major landmark is the historic Ikebukuro Station, one of Tokyo's busiest railway hubs, providing excellent access to multiple train lines including the Tobu Tojo Line, Tokyo Metro Marunouchi Line, and Tokyo Metro Fukutoshin Line, all within a short walk.