Custom-Designed Single-Story Home in Ushiku, Ibaraki
This property in Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture, offers a unique opportunity to acquire a single-story wooden house that was designed and construction-managed by the owner, who is a licensed architect. The home was built with the latest technology of its time and features thoughtful design elements suited for a particular lifestyle. The layout is not defined by a standard number of bedrooms or a living-dining-kitchen configuration, but rather as a series of connected spaces that can be used flexibly and widely. The flooring combines tatami mats and cork, providing a safe surface for small children to play on while allowing for easy supervision. A skylight in the living room brings in ample natural light, making artificial lighting unnecessary during sunny daytime hours.
The property is being sold as a used house with land in its current condition. The land area is 269 square meters, and the building size is 117 square meters. The property was occupied without issues until 2011, when the owner relocated to a location closer to the station, which is about a 15-minute commute away. The owner continues to maintain the garden regularly. Exterior walls, the roof, and shoji and fusuma sliding doors have been repainted or re-covered gradually. In June 2021, a new water heater was installed. All existing equipment is functional, and the property is ready for immediate occupancy. The property uses propane gas and has a combined septic tank that has been maintained. The site can accommodate two standard-sized cars and one light vehicle. The annual fixed asset tax for fiscal year 2019 is 37,000 yen, and the neighborhood association fee is a few hundred yen per month.
The owner is open to discussing total renovation plans as well as equipment updates. The asking price is 25 million yen, which is set higher than the local market average reflecting the custom design and quality, but is negotiable. The property is located in Kosaka-cho, Ushiku City, Ibaraki Prefecture.
