Espoir Hikarigaoka I: A Spacious 2DK Apartment in Yamato, Kanagawa
This apartment, located in the Espoir Hikarigaoka I building in Yamato City, Kanagawa Prefecture, offers a comfortable living space of 45.10 sqm (approximately 13.64 tsubo) with a practical 2DK layout. Built in March 1993, the property is a three-story steel-framed building with a total of 12 units, and this particular unit is situated on the first floor. The current resident is scheduled to move out, making it available for occupancy from mid-April 2026.
The property comes equipped with a comprehensive set of facilities. These include propane gas, air conditioning, hot water supply, a dedicated toilet, a separate bath and toilet, a shower, an independent washroom, a washbasin, an indoor space for a washing machine, CATV, a balcony, storage space, and a fire alarm. A key feature is that pets are negotiable (ペット相談), offering flexibility for animal lovers.
Important financial details are clearly outlined. The monthly rent is 70,000 yen. A security deposit (敷金) of one month's rent and a key money (礼金) of one month's rent are required. The monthly management fee (共益費) is 5,000 yen. A notable condition is the renewal fee (更新料), which is equivalent to one month of the new rent at the time of lease renewal. The property is under a two-year contract term and requires the use of a rent guarantee company, Japan Safety Corporation, with an initial guarantee fee of 50% of the total rent and a 10,000 yen renewal fee every year. Additionally, Japanese mutual aid insurance (日本共済) of 20,000 yen every two years is mandatory. One parking space is available for an extra 7,000 yen per month.
The location is highly convenient, situated within a 15-minute walk from both the Odakyu Enoshima Line and the Sagami Railway Main Line's "Yamato" Station, providing excellent access to the Greater Tokyo rail network. The area of Yamato is a pleasant suburban city in Kanagawa, known for its balance of residential comfort and urban amenities. An interesting local landmark is the Tanzawa-Oyama Quasi-National Park, a vast mountainous area to the west offering hiking, nature trails, and stunning seasonal scenery, perfect for weekend getaways.
