Renovated Riverside Apartment in Katsushika, Tokyo
This property is a renovated 2LDK apartment located on the 5th floor of a 6-story reinforced concrete building in Minami-Mizumoto, Katsushika Ward, Tokyo. The apartment features a total floor area of 57.6 sqm (approximately 17.42 tsubo) and includes a 9.2 sqm balcony. The building was originally constructed in August 1980 and underwent a comprehensive renovation in March 2020. This renovation included a full kitchen replacement, a new unit bath, a new washbasin, replacement of laundry pans and faucets, and complete replacement of flooring, walls, and ceilings throughout the unit.
According to the agent's notes, the property is equipped with a separate bath and toilet, a shower, a washstand, a shower-equipped vanity, a system kitchen with a counter (which can be removed), a three-burner stove, a grill, a water purifier, ample storage space, and a designated indoor area for a washing machine. The flooring is hardwood throughout all rooms. The building offers an elevator, a paid bicycle parking area (600 yen annually), and a paid motorcycle parking area (4,800 yen annually). The property uses propane gas.
The special features highlighted by the agent note that the apartment is near a river, offering a riverside (リバーサイド) atmosphere within a quiet residential neighborhood. It also benefits from two-sided natural light (2面採光), enhancing the brightness and ventilation of the living space. The raised section (小上がり) in the living room and the kitchen counter board are noted as removable, allowing for layout customization.
The apartment is situated in a peaceful part of Katsushika Ward. The area is known for its green spaces and waterways, including the nearby Edo River. A notable local landmark is the Shibamata Taishakuten Temple, a historic and beautifully decorated temple famous for its detailed wood carvings and as a setting for the classic Japanese film series "Otoko wa Tsurai yo" (It's Tough Being a Man). The closest major station is JR Kanamachi Station, approximately a 19-minute walk away.
