Description
Great Value: Large House & Land in Quiet Maizuru
Unlock an exceptional opportunity in Maizuru, Kyoto Prefecture — a spacious and affordable 5DK home perfect for investors and those seeking a serene Japanese countryside lifestyle
Offered at an attractive price of just USD 34,286 (based on 4,800,000 JPY at 1 USD = 140 JPY; purchase costs not included), this single-story wooden house built in 1974 features a generous 133 m² (1,434 ft²) building area on a substantial 663 m² (7,134 ft²) plot.
The 5DK layout provides ample space for families, guests, or hobby rooms, embodying a traditional Japanese living experience. With a south-facing orientation, free parking, and a quiet residential setting, it offers ideal conditions for peaceful living.
Though over 50 years old, the property includes essential utilities such as municipal water and a septic tank. Interior highlights include two toilets, a monitor intercom system for security, a bathroom with ventilation window, multiple storage spaces, charming bay windows, and existing lighting fixtures. The expansive land invites possibilities for gardening, outdoor living areas, or enjoying privacy with generous distance from neighbors.
Located in Maizuru City, the home balances natural beauty, history, and accessibility. While commuting to Kyoto or Osaka requires over an hour by car, local attractions are within a convenient 15 to 45-minute drive. Nearby highlights include Amanohashidate (one of Japan’s top three scenic views, approx. 30–40 minutes away), Maizuru Red Brick Park (20–30 minutes), Maizuru Port TOTO Ichiba for fresh seafood (25–35 minutes), and hiking at Mt. Oe (approx. 40 minutes). Daily essentials such as supermarkets and hospitals are reachable within 15–20 minutes by car, and Shinonome Station is just a 6-minute drive away.
For investors, this low entry price combined with the property’s size and proximity to tourist destinations offers strong vacation rental potential. For residents, it presents a unique chance to embrace spacious, nature-surrounded living with room for a large family or hobbies like gardening and DIY.
This 5DK home in Maizuru perfectly blends affordability, space, and location — whether as a family residence, renovation project, or rental opportunity, it offers significant potential ready to be unlocked.
Details
AJ250042
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1
133 m²
663 m²
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1974
Floor Plans
Residential Floor Layout
Description:
This is a single-story 5SDK home. The floor plan includes an entrance foyer, a Dining Kitchen (DK) of approx. 10.5 tatami mats (~17 m² / 183 ft²), a bathroom, two toilets, and a service entrance. There are five Japanese-style rooms (Washitsu): one approx. 7 tatami mats (~11 m² / 122 ft²) and four rooms each approx. 8 tatami mats (~13 m² / 140 ft² each). The house features traditional elements like extensive closet storage (Oshiire), an alcove (Tokonoma), and underfloor storage.
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Features
Additional details
- Layout: 5 rooms + Dining & Kitchen
- Structure: Wooden, 1-story
- Building Area: 82 m² (882 ft²)
- Land Area: 726 m² (7,814 ft²)
- Nearest Station: 6-minute drive from Shinonome station
- Parking: Space for 2 or more cars
- Features & Equipment:
- Utilities: Municipal Water, Septic Tank
- Orientation: South-facing with excellent sunlight
- Tags / Highlights: Quiet Residential Area, South-facing, Two+ Parking Spaces (Desired Feature), Spacious House, Ideal for Country Living/DIY
Address
- Address 129-4 Maruda, Maizuru, Kyoto
- City Maizuru City
- State/county Kyoto
- Zip/Postal Code 624-0955
- Area Maruda
- Country Japan
