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Weekly Featured Property: Central Kyoto Charm at a Smart Price

Renovated 3DK Townhouse in the heart of Nakagyō Ward

Affordable entry point in Kyoto’s cultural and business core

Walkable to train stations and central attractions

Key upgrades complete: Move-In Ready

Priced at ¥13.5M / ~$91,500 USD as of August 2025

🏯 Looking for a Foothold in Kyoto?

This compact 3DK townhouse in Nakagyō Ward's Mibu Shimomizo-chō neighborhood puts you right in the center of Kyoto life: three train lines within walking distance, shops and conveniences just around the corner, and centuries of culture just outside your door.

Unlike many akiya listings, this one has already been refreshed: kitchen and water heater (2020), toilet (2021), plus updated flooring, sink, and tatami mats (2023). It’s tidy, livable, and ready to go from day one, whether you keep it as a personal base in Kyoto or place it on the long-term rental market.

✨ What Makes This One Special?

• 🏡 Practical, Easy Living

  This two-story wooden house, built in 1983, offers a comfortable 3DK layout across 41.98 sqm interior space, on a compact 35.9 sqm lot. Inside, you’ll find a mix of tatami and western-style rooms, giving you both traditional charm and modern convenience. Its smaller scale makes upkeep easier and helps keep ongoing costs lower.

• 🛠️ Renovated Where It Counts

  The house has been updated thoughtfully over the years, focusing on the areas that matter most. In 2020, the kitchen and water heater were replaced and the tatami refreshed. A new toilet followed in 2021, and in 2023 the bathroom sink and flooring were upgraded. The interiors have been well maintained by the prior owners, so it’s ready to enjoy right away.

• 📍 Everyday Access + Cultural Kyoto

  You’ll have excellent transport connections: it’s just a 10-minute walk to Saiin Station on the Hankyu Kyoto and Keifuku Arashiyama Lines, and a 13-minute walk to either Tambaguchi Station on the JR Sagano Line or Nishioji Oike Station on the Tozai Subway Line.

  Daily convenience is equally close at hand, with Life Supermarket Mibu only 4 minutes away, a major drugstore within 10 minutes, and Kyoto City Hospital just 4 minutes on foot. Schools, shops, and everyday essentials are all within easy walking distance.

🌿 In the Heart of Nakagyō Ward

Nakagyō is Kyoto’s central hub, blending history with everyday city life. From this townhouse, you’ll have:

• 🏯 Nijō Castle and its famed gardens nearby

• 🥢 Nishiki Market, Kyoto’s “kitchen,” for endless food exploration

• 🪷 Mibudera Temple, tied to Shinsengumi history, just a short walk away

• 🎉 Local events like the month-long Gion Matsuri in summer

• 🏮 Cultural gems like the Kyoto International Manga Museum and Kyoto Culture Museum close at hand

This is more than just a place to live. It’s your entry into the timeless flow of Kyoto life.

📊 Income & Growth Outlook

Small, well-located homes like this are in steady demand with local renters. With professional property management, a buyer could expect consistent interest from Japanese tenants looking for central-city access. At the same time, buyers who want a vacation base will find few opportunities more central, affordable, and move-in ready in Kyoto’s cultural and business districts.

🗺️ Quick Property Snapshot

• 🏠 2-story 3DK townhouse

• 📐 41.98 sqm home on 35.9 sqm lot

• 🛠️ Built 1983, renovations in 2020–2023

• 📦 Large storage space in attic

• 🚉 4 train lines within 10–13 min walk

• 🛒 Shops, schools, and hospital nearby

• 💴 ¥13,500,000 / ~$91,500 (as of Aug 2025)

🔍 Why This One’s Worth a Closer Look

Kyoto homes under ¥15M are increasingly rare, especially in Nakagyō Ward. This tidy, compact townhouse balances cultural immersion, rental viability, and personal enjoyment. Whether you’re a buyer seeking a central base, a low-maintenance rental property, or both, this home is a strategic way to claim your place in Kyoto.

This Weekly Featured Property is just one example of the kinds of smart, well-located homes you can find in central Kyoto. As we continue showcasing hidden gems in neighborhoods like Nakagyō Ward, expect to see more listings like this: move-in ready, culturally connected, and full of lifestyle potential.

🌸 Step Into Kyoto Living

From festival streets and bustling markets to quiet temples and neighborhood shops, this home puts you in the middle of it all. Transform Kyoto from a destination to a way of life.

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