Maison Mew 2D Apartment in Joetsu City
This apartment, located at 11-8 Kaga-cho, Joetsu City, Niigata Prefecture, offers a comfortable and convenient living space. The property is a 2DK layout with a Japanese-style room of 6 tatami mats and a Western-style room of 8 tatami mats, providing a total floor area of 47.92 sqm (14.49 tsubo). Situated on the second floor of a two-story wooden apartment building constructed in April 1998, the unit faces east.
The agent's notes detail the comprehensive facilities and conditions: Two free parking spaces, separate bath and toilet, air conditioning, city gas, a balcony, CATV, lighting in each room, immediate occupancy available, no brokerage fee required, no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金) required, and a guarantee company membership is necessary. The monthly rent is 49,000 yen with no monthly management fee. Additional costs include a 25,000 yen (excluding tax) renewal fee, a 13,000 yen fire insurance premium every two years, an 800 yen neighborhood association fee, and a 3,300 yen initial administrative fee.
The location is highly practical, being close to National Route 8 and the Sanroku Line, making it convenient for commuting by car. Daily necessities are easily accessible with a supermarket, convenience store, and a large bookstore nearby. The property is within walking distance of bus stops and is approximately a 24-minute walk from Kasugayama Station on the Myoko Haneuma Line.
Joetsu City is a vibrant coastal city in Niigata known for its rich history, sake production, and access to both the sea and mountains. An interesting local fact is that the city is the birthplace of the renowned samurai Uesugi Kenshin. For visitors and residents alike, a major nearby tourist attraction is the historic Kasugayama Castle Ruins, a National Historic Site that was once the formidable mountain castle of the Uesugi clan, offering panoramic views and a deep dive into Japan's feudal past.