This detached two-story wooden residential property is located in Katori, Chiba Prefecture, at the address of 5376-9 Okura, Katori, Chiba 287-0013, Japan. Offering a quiet suburban lifestyle coupled with convenient regional access, this property is available at the attractive market price of USD 20,714 (based on 2,900,000 JPY at 1 USD = 140) (Additional notary, processing, documentation, and tax expenses are estimated at approximately USD 10,000). Positioned as a direct-sale property from the owner, the transaction avoids standard real estate agency commission fees, making it an exceptionally cost-effective entry point for both private buyers and international real estate investors looking to establish a footprint in the Japanese housing market.
Connectivity and Key Attractions
The home offers solid transit links and access to several notable regional locations:
Structure and Investment Potential
Built in January 1985, this 3DK home features a 70 m2 (758 ft2) building area on a generous 165 m2 (1780 ft2) land plot. The interior contains traditional Tatami rooms, providing an authentic Japanese aesthetic that appeals to vacation renters. A practical Bathroom Window ensures natural light and ventilation, and the concrete driveway in front serves as a convenient Parking Space. The low acquisition cost offers investors the financial flexibility to renovate and optimize the property for either long-term local leasing or short-term holiday rentals.
Description:
First Floor Layout
The main entrance (Genkan) is located on the northeast side of the ground floor and opens into a central hallway.
Dining & Kitchen Area: Situated on the west side, this functional space measures approximately 11 m2 (118 ft2) and features a kitchen counter, stove space, and a direct service door leading outside.
Room 1 (Japanese-style): Positioned on the east side, this traditional room accommodates approximately 6 tatami mats, which converts to 10 m2 (105 ft2). It includes an adjacent traditional storage closet (Oshiire).
Sanitary Facilities: The northern end of the ground floor groups the utility rooms together for efficiency. This area comprises a separate toilet room, a central washroom and changing area, and an independent bathroom.
Second Floor Layout
The stairs lead up to a central landing on the second floor, which provides access to two bedrooms and multiple storage options.
Room 2: Located on the southeast side, this bedroom measures approximately 6 tatami mats, or 10 m2 (105 ft2), and features a built-in closet.
Room 3: Located on the west side, this spacious master bedroom measures approximately 8 tatami mats, equivalent to 13 m2 (140 ft2).
Storage: The upper level is highly functional, featuring a central walk-in style traditional closet (Oshiire) and two additional smaller storage compartments near the landing.
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