Spacious Four-Unit Apartment Building in Wakamatsu, Kitakyushu
This listing presents a well-established apartment building for sale in the Wakamatsu ward of Kitakyushu City, Fukuoka Prefecture. Constructed in March 1997, this 28-year-old steel-framed building spans two stories and contains a total of four residential units. The property sits on a generous land plot of 322.37 square meters (approximately 97.51 tsubo), with a total building floor area of 256.92 square meters (approx. 77.71 tsubo). The building is currently fully tenanted, providing immediate rental income for the new owner.
Critical property details from the agent notes include the road access situation. The special notes specify: "Road Access Details: [Breakdown] ● East side: Width 6.5m, public road." This confirms excellent frontage and access from a public roadway on the eastern boundary of the property.
The property is situated within a City Planning Area designated as an Urbanization Promotion Area. The land use zoning is Category I Exclusive Low-Rise Residential Zone, indicating a quiet residential neighborhood. The building-to-land ratio is 50% with a floor area ratio of 80%. The land is registered as residential land (宅地) and is situated on high ground. The site includes a parking area for residents.
The surrounding Wakamatsu area is a historic part of Kitakyushu, known for its industrial heritage and proximity to the sea. An interesting local fact is that Wakamatsu was once a major coal shipping port, playing a pivotal role in Japan's Meiji-era industrialization. The area offers a blend of residential calm and local amenities. For a major tourist attraction, residents and visitors can easily access the iconic Kawachi Fujien (Kawachi Wisteria Garden) in nearby Yahata, famous for its breathtaking, tunnel-like displays of wisteria flowers in spring, though it is approximately a 30-minute drive away.
