Minamiashigara Garden 5DK Retreat (Sold)

This property has now sold, but it remains a strong example of what’s possible in this market.

Minamiashigara Garden 5DK Retreat

A Classic Two-Story Home Ready for Renovation in Kanagawa

Quiet neighborhood with river views and greenery

Large 384 sqm lot with expansive garden space

¥12.8M / ~$87,000 USD as of August 2025

Nestled in the peaceful residential area of Tsukahara in Minami-Ashigara City, this traditional 5DK home offers ample space and excellent renovation potential for those dreaming of a countryside retreat within easy reach of Tokyo.

Built in 1971, this two-story concrete structure is a fixer-upper in need of a full renovation, but it’s a big place with a large garden and parking space in an absolutely fantastic location. with a spacious garden and parking space for your convenience.

🛠️ Renovation Project with Great Potential

While the house needs work (full renovation estimated at ¥10–15M), the solid foundation and absence of water damage make this a promising project. With 116 sqm (~1,248 sqft) of living space on a generous 384 sqm (~4,133 sqft) lot, you’ll have a lot to work with:

• 🏡 5DK layout: 1 Japanese-style room + 4 Western-style rooms

• 🌿 Spacious garden with stone paths (currently overgrown)

• 🪟 Bright living room with large windows overlooking the garden

• 🚽 Two toilets (including one with urinal)

• 🛁 Vanity and bathroom adjacent to kitchen and living areas

• 🚗 Parking space included

• 🛠️ Flooring and ceilings show some wear, but ready for your updates

🚉 Location Perks: Convenience & Nature

This home is just a 10-minute walk from Tsukahara Station on the Izu-Hakone Railway, providing easy access to Odawara, Hakone, and Tokyo. Tsukahara is quiet riverside neighborhood with supermarkets, schools and a post office nearby, as well as public transit connections and quick access to highways for car travel.

🌄 Why Minamiashigara?

Located in western Kanagawa prefecture, Minamiashigara blends serene nature with convenience. With roughly 70% forest cover, the area offers hiking, camping, and stunning views of nearby mountains and rivers.

Families will appreciate the strong community feel and excellent childcare support programs, including medical subsidies and dedicated child-friendly facilities.

Popular campgrounds and onsens add lifestyle perks just minutes away. The recent opening of the Hakone Kintaro Line driving route enhances accessibility. And speaking of Hakone, the popular spa town and national park is just up the road, offering a luxurious soak and an unbeatable view.

📈 Quick Property Snapshot

• 🏠 5DK concrete home, 2 floors

• 📅 Built in 1971, full renovation needed

• 📐 116.78 sqm (~1,248 sqft) building / 384.68 sqm (~4,133 sqft) land

• 🚗 Parking space included

• 💰 ¥12.8M / ~$87,000 USD as of August 2025

• 🛠️ Estimated renovation cost: ¥10–15M

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