Compact and Modern Studio Apartment in Toyonaka, Osaka
This rental apartment is a well-maintained studio unit located in a quiet residential area of Toyonaka City, Osaka Prefecture. The property is situated within an 8-minute walk from Hattori Tenjin Station on the Hankyu Takarazuka Line, offering convenient access to central Osaka and beyond. The building itself is an 18-unit reinforced concrete (RC) structure built in April 1991, with this particular unit located on the 3rd floor.
The apartment features a compact yet efficient layout with a total private floor area of 20 sqm (approximately 6.05 tsubo). The main living space is a 6.6-tatami mat Western-style room. A 2.4 sqm south-facing balcony provides outdoor space and natural light. The unit underwent a full interior renovation in November 2021, which included re-wallpapering throughout. Key equipment includes a combined bath and toilet unit, an IH cooking heater, storage space, a shoe box, and an air conditioner. Internet usage is free of charge, and a coin-operated laundry facility is available on-site. A special note for prospective tenants: the rent will be adjusted to 36,000 yen for contracts signed by the end of October 2024.
The financial terms are clearly outlined. The monthly rent is 36,000 yen with no additional monthly management or common area fees. The initial costs include a security deposit (敷金) of 40,000 yen and key money (礼金) of 50,000 yen. There is a one-time deodorization fee of 11,000 yen. The lease contract is for a 2-year term with no renewal fee. Tenant insurance is required, costing approximately 19,000 yen for two years, and a rental guarantee equivalent to one month's rent is also mandatory.
The surrounding area of Toyonaka offers a blend of residential calm and urban convenience. An interesting local fact is that Toyonaka is home to Osaka International Airport (Itami Airport), a major domestic hub, blending the quiet of suburban life with the constant buzz of air travel. For recreation and culture, residents can easily visit the iconic Expo '70 Commemorative Park, a vast public park built for the 1970 World Exposition, featuring beautiful gardens, museums, and the famous Tower of the Sun sculpture.
