Modern 1K Apartment in Kobe's Hyogo Ward
This fourth-floor rental apartment, part of the Espure Kobe West Gate building, is situated in the Ekimae-dori area of Hyogo Ward, Kobe City, Hyogo Prefecture. The property offers a living space of 24.36 square meters and was constructed in April 2017, making it approximately 10 years old. The building itself is an eight-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure, and this unit is located on the fourth floor.
The apartment features a 1K layout, which includes a single western-style room of approximately 7.7 tatami mats. The kitchen is equipped with a two-burner gas stove and a system kitchen. The unit is fitted with a separate bathroom and toilet, an air conditioner, and a washbasin with a heated toilet seat. Flooring is provided throughout the main living area. A balcony is also included. For security, the building has an auto-lock system at the entrance, security cameras, and a TV intercom. A delivery box is available for receiving packages when residents are not home. There is a shoe closet at the entrance. The building is equipped with an elevator. The main source of natural light is from the northeast.
The property is served by city gas. A washing machine can be placed indoors. The monthly rent is 60,000 yen, with a management fee of 10,000 yen. A pet may be considered upon consultation, with additional conditions including an extra month's deposit and a monthly pet fee. A fixed repair fee of 55,000 yen is required upon moving out. A 24-hour support service costs 1,100 yen per month, and a bank transfer fee is 440 yen per month. A short-term cancellation penalty of one month's rent applies if the lease ends within the first year.
Located in Hyogo Ward, the area blends an urban atmosphere with a retro, downtown feel, featuring new facilities. It is close to Kobe Seafood Market, known as "Kobe's Kitchen," and various shopping streets. The nearest station, JR Hyogo Station on the Sanyo Main Line, is an 8-minute walk away. Kobe's city center is easily accessible.
