Compact and Convenient Apartment in Kokubunji, Tokyo
This well-maintained apartment in Kokubunji City, Tokyo, offers a comfortable and practical living space with a total floor area of 24.83 square meters. Built in May 1992, this one-room unit is situated on the 2nd floor of a 3-story reinforced concrete (RC) building containing 12 residences. The property is conveniently located just an 8-minute walk from the Seibu Railway Kokubunji Line's Koigakubo Station, providing excellent access to central Tokyo.
The apartment comes equipped with essential facilities, including propane gas, air conditioning, a separate bath and toilet, a washbasin area, a system kitchen, a balcony, and storage space. Special notes from the agent indicate that pets are negotiable ("ペット相談") and that a building manager makes regular patrols ("管理人巡回").
Important remarks detail additional costs and contract terms. Adding one more resident will increase the water bill by 2,000 yen (tax excluded). Cancellation penalties are specified: within the first year, the fee is two months' rent; within the second year, it is one month's rent plus the fire insurance and emergency service fees until the next renewal date. The renewal fee is equivalent to one month of the new rent. Other initial costs include an indoor disinfection fee of 20,000 yen, a key replacement fee of 30,000 yen, and an advance interior cleaning fee of 45,000 yen (all tax excluded). Monthly fees consist of a 3,000 yen water charge (for one person, tax excluded) and 2,650 yen for fire insurance and emergency services.
The Kokubunji area is a pleasant residential suburb known for its green spaces and historical connections. An interesting local fact is that the city's name, meaning "national temple," originates from the ancient Kokubun-ji temples established across Japan by Emperor Shōmu in the 8th century. The closest major landmark is the historic Kokubun-ji Temple site, a short distance from the bustling station area, offering a peaceful glimpse into Japan's rich past.
