Traditional-Style Large Vacant House in the Shitoda Area of Sanjo City
This property is a spacious, traditional-style vacant house located in the Shitoda area of Sanjo City, Niigata Prefecture. The building offers a generous floor area of approximately 210.59 square meters and sits on a 200-square-meter plot of land. The layout is a substantial 10DK, featuring ten Japanese-style rooms, making it an ideal candidate for a large family, a creative workspace, or a community project. While some repairs will be necessary at the occupant's expense, the property has been regularly maintained. Furniture and belongings remain on-site, but their condition is reported to be not bad.
According to the agent's notes, the property's equipment includes electricity and a septic tank (汲取). Special remarks indicate that there was a renovation performed approximately 20 years ago. Currently, the water and gas utilities have been shut off. The price is listed at 1,000,000 yen or below.
The house is a two-story wooden structure with parking space for two or more vehicles. It is situated on a corner lot in a quiet, south-facing residential neighborhood. Other features include city gas, a system kitchen, two toilets, a bath with re-heating function, a monitor-equipped intercom, and suitability for multi-generational living. The year of construction is unknown, and the property is being sold as-is, vacant.
The Shitoda area offers a peaceful lifestyle within Sanjo City, known for its metalworking and cutlery heritage. An interesting local fact is that Sanjo City is famed for its traditional blacksmithing, producing high-quality Japanese kitchen knives and tools sought after by chefs worldwide. The region is also close to natural attractions, with the scenic Echigo Mountains providing a beautiful backdrop for hiking and outdoor activities throughout the year.