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Weekly Featured Property: Compact Charm in Central Kashiwara

Cozy 5DK with Turnkey Appeal, Steps from the Station

Recently renovated 2-story wooden home with bright interiors

Walkable access to two stations and local shops

Ideal for investment, vacation rental, or personal use

South-facing for excellent sunlight

Immediate move-in ready

¥4.7M / ~$32,000 USD as of Oct 2025

Nestled in Kokubuhonmachi, Kashiwara City, this 1978-built wooden home offers a compact yet versatile 70.52 sqm layout across two floors. Recently renovated, the interiors are clean, bright, and move-in ready, with leftover items removed and functional spaces optimized. The home’s 5DK layout is flexible for small families, remote work, or short-term rental setups. Its location, just 5 minutes on foot from Kawachi-Kokubu Station and 10 minutes from Takayasu Station, makes it highly appealing for investors seeking rental demand or vacationers looking for a central Osaka base.

✨ What Makes This One So Special?

• 🚉 Incredible Walkability & Transit Access

  Just 5 minutes from Kawachi-Kokubu Station (Kintetsu Osaka Line) and 10 minutes from Takayasu Station (JR Kansai Main Line), this home is ideal for tenants or owners who value convenient commuting. Osaka city center, Namba, and Tennoji are all within easy reach by train, giving this property strong rental potential.

• 🏠 Turnkey Living, Investment Ready

  The 2023 interior and waterway renovations mean this property is ready for occupancy or immediate rental. With 5 rooms + dining/kitchen, toilet with washlet, bathtub, floor storage, and indoor space for laundry, it has everything modern tenants or guests look for. Expected rental income is around ¥55,000/month, offering an excellent yield for the Osaka area.

• 🌞 Compact but Bright & Functional

  South-facing rooms provide plenty of sunlight, and thoughtful storage maximizes usable space. The flat, accessible lot ensures easy maintenance and straightforward management.

📍 Living in Kashiwara

Despite its green, low-rise charm, Kashiwara is exceptionally well connected. Using Kintetsu or JR lines, you can reach central Osaka in 15–35 minutes, while the local free Kirameki bus makes daily errands simple. Locally, you’ll find supermarkets, shopping centers, and clinics all within a few minutes’ walk, and grocery stores like Life Kokubu, 7-Eleven, and Joyful Kokubu Shopping Center are all nearby.

👋 Welcome to Kashiwara

Kashiwara City is a peaceful, family-friendly area that blends natural beauty, history, and modern convenience. The city is home to the Yamato River, ancient tombs like Matsugakuyama Kofun, historic temple ruins, and scenic hiking spots, perfect for weekend excursions or simply enjoying nature.

Local life is equally appealing, with vineyards, fresh produce, and local wine adding charm to daily living, while convenience stores, supermarkets, and shopping centers make everyday errands easy. Whether you’re considering vacation stays or long-term tenants, Kashiwara offers a balanced lifestyle of calm surroundings and city accessibility, making it an attractive option for both investors and homeowners.

🗺️ Quick Property Snapshot

• 🏠 2-story wooden home, 5DK layout

• 📐 70.52 sqm (758 sqft) building / 58.87 sqm (634 sqft) land

• 📅 Built Dec 1978 (46 years old)

• 🛠️ Renovated 2023 (kitchen, bath, tatami replacement)

• 🚉 5-min walk to Kawachi-Kokubu Station, 10-min to Takayasu Station

• 💡 South-facing, bright interiors

• 🛁 Toilet with washlet, indoor laundry space, bath

• 🌿 Flat lot, functional storage

• 🏪 Nearby supermarkets, convenience stores, parks

• 💴 ¥4.7M / ~$32,000 USD

• 💸 Expected rent: ¥55,000/month

🔍 Why This One’s Worth a Look

For just ¥4.7M, this move-in-ready home provides turnkey living and excellent investment or vacation potential. Its compact size, walkable location, and recent renovations make it perfect for anyone seeking low-maintenance city living, rental income, or a Osaka-area getaway home.

🌸 Make Kashiwara Your Investment or Vacation Base

Whether you’re aiming for steady rental income or a quick weekend escape, this Kokubuhonmachi home offers immediate usability, central convenience, and a bright, welcoming interior. Step inside and see why central Kashiwara is increasingly popular with savvy investors and vacationers.

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