Spacious Detached House in Shinomiya, Fukuoka
This well-maintained detached house is located in a quiet residential area of Shinomiya Town, Kasuya District, Fukuoka Prefecture. Built in October 1991 by Sekisui House, the property features a lightweight steel frame construction and has undergone significant renovations, including complete exterior wall painting and roof re-sheeting in October 2022. The hot water heater was also replaced in July 2022.
The property offers a comfortable 4LDK layout with a total floor area of 120.45 sqm (approximately 36.43 tsubo). The living, dining, and kitchen area is a spacious 19.6 tatami mats in size. The kitchen includes built-in cupboards and is equipped with a dishwasher/dryer. The Japanese-style room is a formal 6-tatami mat space. The bathroom is fitted with a ventilation, drying, and heating system, as well as a reheating function for the bathwater. All sliding sashes feature double-glazed windows for improved insulation. Additional equipment includes an attic storage space and a bathroom dryer.
Special features of the property include a meter module system and parking for two vehicles (standard and kei cars). The land area is a generous 205.1 sqm (approx. 62.04 tsubo). According to agent remarks, the property is subject to several legal restrictions: It is located in a Building Standards Act Article 22 area, within the Shinomiya Minatosaka Housing Development and Greening Agreement zone. There is a height restriction of 10 meters, an exterior wall setback requirement of 1.5 meters, and a minimum land area requirement of 200 square meters. The land use district is Category I Low-Rise Exclusive Residential, with a building-to-land ratio of 40% and a floor area ratio of 60%. The property is in an urbanization promotion area.
The location is convenient, within a 13-minute walk from Nishitetsu Shingū Station on the Nishitetsu Kaizuka Line, providing access to central Fukuoka. The area is known for its peaceful, family-friendly environment. An interesting local fact is that Shinomiya Town is situated on the Genkai Sea coast, offering beautiful sunset views over the water. The closest major landmark is the scenic Shikanoshima Island, a short drive away, which is famous for its historical connection to the Gold Seal of the King of Na, a National Treasure of Japan, and its tranquil beaches.
