Compact and Convenient 2K Apartment in Sakai's Quiet Residential Area
This rental apartment offers a comfortable living space in a peaceful residential neighborhood of Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture. The property is a 29㎡ (approximately 8.77 tsubo) 2K layout unit located on the 2nd floor of a 3-story steel-framed building constructed in March 1979. The monthly rent is 42,000 yen with an additional 3,000 yen monthly common area fee. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金). The apartment features separate bath and toilet facilities, a shower, space for a gas stove, storage space, city gas, and hot water supply.
According to the agent's notes, the property is situated in a quiet residential area (閑静な住宅街). Pet ownership is negotiable (ペット相談), with small dogs and cats permitted. The unit is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy. The rental contract is for a standard 2-year period with a renewal fee. A rental guarantee is required, with an initial guarantee fee of 33,000 yen and an annual renewal fee of 12,000 yen. A credit card payment option is available. The property also requires tenants to purchase fire insurance, estimated at 15,200 yen for two years, though terms may vary.
The location is highly convenient, with the Ayanomachi Station on the Hankai Tram Line just a 2-minute walk away, providing easy access to central Osaka. The area is well-serviced by shopping facilities, including a Super Tamade supermarket 533 meters away and an AEON Mall within approximately 1 km. An interesting fact about Sakai City is its historical significance as one of Japan's most important ancient port cities and a major center for the production of high-quality Japanese knives for centuries. The closest major landmark is the iconic Osaka Castle, a magnificent historical fortress easily accessible via train from the nearby stations, offering beautiful park grounds and a museum detailing the region's samurai history.
