Maison de Aoyama: A Quiet Corner Apartment in Kitakyushu
This rental apartment, Maison de Aoyama, offers a compact and well-equipped living space in a peaceful residential neighborhood of Kitakyushu. The unit is a 1K layout with a total floor area of 16.63 sqm (approximately 5.03 tsubo) and features a south-facing balcony. The building is a 5-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure built in November 1990, and this particular unit is located on the 4th floor.
The property comes with a comprehensive list of facilities and equipment. These include city gas, air conditioning, hot water supply, toilet, shower, CATV, storage space, a refrigerator, an IH cooking heater, a designated space for a washing machine (indoor), lighting fixtures, a dimple key, an auto-lock building entrance, a video monitor intercom, a monitor-equipped auto-lock, and a bicycle parking area. Special notes highlight that the apartment is situated in a quiet residential area, is a corner unit, and is available for consultation regarding elderly residents. A further remark specifies a contract renewal administrative fee of 15,000 yen (excluding tax) every two years.
Financially, the monthly rent is 21,000 yen with a management fee of 3,000 yen. There is no security deposit (敷金), no key money (礼金), and no guarantee deposit (保証金). A rent guarantee company is required, with an initial guarantee fee of 120% of the total rent (minimum 30,000 yen). Other monthly costs include water utility fees of approximately 1,900 yen and a bank transfer fee of 200 yen. The contract term is for two years, and the apartment is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
The area of Yahata Nishi Ward in Kitakyushu is a well-established residential district. An interesting local fact is that Kitakyushu was formed in 1963 through the merger of five cities, including Yahata, making it one of Japan's first designated major cities. For recreation and sightseeing, residents can easily visit the nearby Kawachi Fujien (Kawachi Wisteria Garden), famous for its breathtaking tunnels of wisteria flowers, which is a major seasonal tourist attraction in Fukuoka Prefecture.
