Compact Investment Apartment in Prime Shimbashi, Tokyo
This well-maintained 1K apartment is located on the 6th floor of a 7-story reinforced concrete building constructed in September 2002. The property offers a functional layout with a 7-tatami mat Western-style room and a 2.8-tatami mat kitchen area, providing a total private wall-core area of 24.15 sqm (approximately 7.3 tsubo). A significant feature is the inclusion of a roof balcony, adding valuable outdoor space, along with a walk-in closet, creating a sense of spaciousness within a compact footprint.
The apartment is fully equipped for modern living. Key features include a system kitchen with a 2-burner stove, a bathroom with a warm-water washing toilet seat and bath heater, air conditioning, ample storage space, and in-unit laundry space. The building is secured with an auto-lock system with monitor and security cameras. Additional amenities include an elevator, parcel delivery box, and available paid bicycle (¥1,000/month) and motorcycle (¥2,000/month) parking. The building exterior features tile siding. A notable running cost is a monthly roof balcony usage fee of ¥200. The property is currently tenanted, generating an estimated annual rental income of ¥1.35 million, with a projected annual yield of 3.08%.
The location in Shimbashi 6-chome, Minato Ward, is exceptionally convenient for commuters and urban explorers. It is within a 3-minute walk from the Toei Mita Line's Onarimon Station, and approximately 9 minutes from both JR Yamanote Line's Shimbashi Station and Toei Asakusa Line's Daimon Station, enabling multi-line access. The area is a vibrant business and entertainment hub. An interesting historical fact is that the nearby Shimbashi Station was the terminus of Japan's first railway, opened in 1872, connecting Tokyo to Yokohama. The closest major landmark is the iconic Tokyo Tower, a short distance away in the neighboring Shiba Park area, offering panoramic city views.
