Compact and Convenient Apartment in Mitaka's Quiet Residential Area
This apartment, Heim Shuwa II, offers a compact and functional living space in the desirable city of Mitaka, Tokyo. The unit features a 1K layout with a total floor area of 21.00 sqm, providing a dedicated sleeping area separate from the kitchen and living space. The balcony faces south, ensuring good natural light. The building itself is a two-story wooden structure built in November 1976 and is currently vacant, allowing for immediate occupancy.
The property comes well-equipped with essential facilities for comfortable living. These include city gas, air conditioning, and the capability to install a gas stove. The unit has a bath and toilet in separate rooms, a shower, and a reheating function for the bathwater. Other practical features include a space for a washing machine, CATV and fiber-optic internet readiness, a terrace, storage space, a video monitor intercom, and parking areas for bicycles and motorcycles (outdoor).
A key point to note is the renewal fee structure, as specified in the agent's remarks: the renewal fee is equivalent to one month of the new rent amount. Monthly costs include a rent of 57,000 yen, a management fee of 2,000 yen, and a separate parking fee of 16,000 yen if a nearby parking space is secured. The initial costs consist of a security deposit and key money, each equal to one month's rent. A guarantee company is required, with an initial fee of 40% of the total move-in costs and an annual renewal fee of 10,000 yen.
Located in a quiet residential neighborhood in Kamirenjaku 1-chome, Mitaka, the area provides a peaceful living environment while maintaining excellent accessibility. The apartment is within a short walking distance of key stations: approximately 11 minutes to Musashisakai Station on the JR Chuo Line and the Seibu Tamagawa Line, and about 12 minutes to Mitaka Station on the JR Chuo-Sobu Line. This connectivity makes commuting to central Tokyo straightforward. An interesting local landmark is the Ghibli Museum, a must-visit attraction celebrating the famed animation studio, located in nearby Inokashira Park. The park itself is a major scenic spot, famous for its large pond, cherry blossoms, and zoo.
