Charming Wooden Rental House in Tachikawa, Tokyo
This property is a single-story wooden rental house built in December 1978, located in the Akebonocho 1-chome area of Tachikawa City, Tokyo. It offers a compact yet functional 2K layout with a total private floor area of 35.00 square meters (approximately 10.58 tsubo). The residence is conveniently situated within a 5-minute walk from both the JR Chuo Main Line's "Tachikawa" Station and the Tama Monorail's "Tachikawakita" Station, providing excellent access to central Tokyo and the surrounding Tama area.
Key facilities and equipment include propane gas, air conditioning, space for installing a gas stove, a separate bath and toilet, a bath reheating function, and storage space. A special note regarding fees is that a renewal fee equivalent to one month of the new rent is applicable upon contract renewal. The initial deposit is one month's rent, with no key money required. There is a monthly miscellaneous fee of 250 yen. A rent guarantee company is mandatory, with the initial guarantee commission fee being 50% of the monthly rent, followed by an annual fee of 13,000 yen thereafter. Insurance is also obligatory, with an approximate cost of 20,000 yen for a two-year period. The property is currently vacant and ready for immediate occupancy.
The area of Tachikawa is a major commercial and cultural hub in western Tokyo, known for its large shopping complexes like Granduo Tachikawa and the green expanse of Showa Kinen Park. An interesting fact is that Showa Kinen Park was created on the former site of a United States Air Force base to commemorate the 50th anniversary of Emperor Showa's reign. The park is a major local landmark and a vast recreational space featuring gardens, forests, and water features, offering a peaceful escape from the urban environment.