Harumachi Apartment 202: A Compact and Affordable Rental in Fukuoka's Hakata Ward
Available for rent in Fukuoka's Hakata Ward, Harumachi Apartment 202 offers a compact and economical living solution. This 1K layout apartment provides a total private floor area of 19 sqm (approximately 5.74 tsubo), featuring a separate kitchen space. The property is situated on the second floor of a two-storey wooden building constructed in August 1988, making it 37 years and 7 months old. The current status is vacant, and the move-in date is negotiable.
The apartment comes equipped with several essential facilities. These include city gas, a toilet, a combined bath and toilet unit, a shower, storage space, a loft, and flooring throughout. A key requirement for tenancy is a joint guarantor, which is mandatory if contracting through the listed agency.
Prospective tenants should carefully review the detailed initial and ongoing costs. The monthly rent is 20,000 yen, with a common service fee of 2,000 yen. A security deposit (shikikin) is not required, but a key money (reikin) equivalent to one month's rent is applicable. The initial move-in costs are substantial and include: key exchange fee (16,500 yen, tax included), move-in disinfection fee (11,000 yen, tax included), first-time guarantee fee (20,000 yen with annual renewal fee of 13,000 yen, or 40,000 yen as a one-time payment), SEED24 fee (16,500 yen for two years, mandatory initially), fire insurance premium (20,000 yen for two years), agency commission (5,500 yen, tax included), and a bicycle sticker fee (550 yen, tax included). Please note that motorcycles, including motorized bicycles, are not permitted, and the apartment is for single occupancy only (two-person occupancy is not allowed). The agency notes that if the floor plan, photographs, or listed facilities differ from the actual condition, the actual condition takes precedence.
The lease agreement is for a standard two-year term. Important clauses include a short-term cancellation penalty: if the contract is terminated within two years of the start date, a penalty equivalent to two months' rent is charged. Notice to vacate must be given two months in advance, calculated on a 15-day basis. Upon moving out, a room cleaning fee of 35,000 yen is payable. The required documents for application include: 1) the guarantee company's application form, 2) an application form with the joint guarantor's information, 3) identification (such as a driver's license or My Number Card), 4) a certified copy of the commercial register (for corporate contracts only), and 5) a copy of the vehicle inspection certificate if applying for parking. The agency emphasizes that keys cannot be handed over if documents are incomplete at the time of settlement.
The location in Hakata Ward offers convenient access to multiple train lines. It is an 11-minute walk to Zasshonokuma Station on the Nishitetsu Tenjin Omuta Line, a 4-minute walk to Sakuranamiki Station on the same line, and a 15-minute walk to Minami-Fukuoka Station on the Kagoshima Main Line. The area is a vibrant part of Fukuoka, known for its mix of residential calm and urban convenience. An interesting local fact is that Hakata Ward is the birthplace of Hakata dolls, a traditional clay craft famous for their delicate features and beautiful kimono, with a history dating back to the early 17th century. The closest major landmark is the iconic Fukuoka Tower, a 234-meter tall seaside tower offering panoramic views of Hakata Bay and the city, located just a few kilometers away.
