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Weekly Featured Property: Seaside Space in Southern Chiba

Minamibōsō: Spacious 6DK by the Beach

Big, bright home in a laid-back coastal town

Just a 13-min walk to Wadaura Beach on Chiba’s southern coast

2-story wooden house with 6 rooms, 2 baths, and a sunroom

Priced at ¥8.5M or ~$57,700 USD as of August 2025

📈 Price Note: Necessary renovations (described below) move the price from ¥8.5M (~$57,700 USD) to ¥12M (~$81,000 USD).

Looking for that rare combo of size, location, and affordability in a seaside town? This 6DK in the Wadaura district of Minamibōsō, Chiba, might just be your match. With over 170 square meters of interior space, six rooms plus dining and sunroom, and a location within walking distance of the Pacific Ocean, this is a blank canvas with serious potential.

It’s the kind of find that lets you live large by the sea without breaking the bank.

✨ What Makes This One So Special?

• 🏡 Big Layout, Bigger Potential

  Built in 1986 and still structurally solid, this 2-story wooden home offers 4 traditional tatami rooms and 2 western-style rooms, a dining room/kitchen, a sunroom with mini-kitchen, and plentiful wet areas. All this on a 156 sqm lot with 172 sqm of living space.

  There’s space to spread out, work remotely, host guests, or convert into a retreat or vacation rental, within sight of the waves.

• 🛠️ Renovation-Ready, Without the Guesswork

  Unlike many fixer-uppers, this one comes with a full renovation quote in hand. While comprehensive upgrades are estimated at ¥10M, core fixes and move-in-readiness are estimated around just ¥3.5M, including termite prevention (with a 5-year warranty), necessary electrical work, floor reinforcement and replacement, air conditioners for three rooms, a new water heater, window sash work, and full cleaning.

  This adds up to a move-in-ready property priced at ¥12M (~$81,000 USD) before taxes and fees. Even including all the renovations, it's a rare deal for a seaside 6DK.

  📌 Please note: The renovation specialist can also provide an additional ~¥4M package of quality-of-life upgrades, including fresh wallpaper, updated tatami and sliding doors, modernized kitchen and bathroom units, new toilets, and related plumbing, carpentry, and disposal work. These are cosmetic improvements rather than essential repairs. Buyers can choose to include them, customize them, or shop around for alternatives.

• ☀️ Light, Air, and Room to Grow

  A bright, south-facing aspect and wide, open layout make this house feel even larger. And with generous window coverage, you'll catch the sea breeze even on still days. Whether you’re turning it into your creative hub, a hybrid home/business, or a summer getaway, the possibilities are wide open.

📍 Seaside Living with Everyday Access

Located just 1 km from Wadaura Station on the JR Uchibō Line, this home gives you local charm and long-haul reach. It’s a world away from city noise, but still accessible to Narita and Haneda airports, making it a smart pick for part-time or international living. You're a 15 minute walk to Wadaura Station, two hours by car to Narita Airport and an hour and a half to Haneda, and three hours by train to Central Tokyo.

And let's not miss the most important commute of all: it's a 13 minute walk or 4 minute bike ride from sunny Wadaura Beach.

🌸 Welcome to Minamibōsō

Located at the southern tip of the Bōsō Peninsula, Minamibōsō is famous for its flower fields, fishing villages, and scenic Pacific coastline. The climate is warm and oceanic, with mild winters and cool summers. It’s perfect for year-round living or weekend escapes.

What makes this region shine:

• 🐚 Wadaura Beach: Calm, family-friendly swimming and coastal strolls

• 🎏 Seasonal Festivals: Fireworks, flower-picking, and coastal traditions

• 🌺 Flower Power: Fields of marigolds, nanohana, and cosmos in bloom

• 🧘‍♀️ Peace and Quiet: Ideal for solo retreats, telework, or creative escapes

• 🍱 Local Flavor: Famous for "namero" (minced fish with miso), fresh seafood, and produce

• 🏞️ Adventure Nearby: Hiking, biking, and coastal drives within reach

🗺️ Quick Property Snapshot

• 🏠 2-story 6DK w/ tatami + western rooms & sunroom

• 📐 172 sqm (1,853 sqft) home on 156 sqm (1667 sqft) of land

• 🛠️ Built in 1986, renovation quote available

• 🛁 2 bathrooms, new air conditioners included in reno quote

• 🚘 Parking space close to home

• 🚉 15-min walk to Wadaura Station (JR Uchibō Line)

• ✈️ 2 hours or less from both Narita and Haneda airports

• 💴 ¥8,500,000 / ~$57,600 price as of August 2025

• 📌 ¥12,000,000 / ~$81,000 after necessary renovations

🔍 Why This One’s Worth a Closer Look

If you’ve been watching Japan’s coastal listings, you know how rare this kind of property is: a spacious seaside home under $100K USD all-in, with renovation plans already scoped and priced. Whether you want to slow down, invest wisely, or build something beautiful by the sea, this is a flexible, forward-thinking buy with a clear path to move-in readiness.

This Weekly Featured Property is just one example of the kinds of promising homes available when you look beyond the usual hotspots. As we continue highlighting overlooked areas like Minamibōsō, expect to see more listings like this: character-rich, renovation-ready, and full of potential.

🌿 Make Minamibōsō Your Escape

Warm air, flower fields, and a laid-back pace of life, all within reach of the Tokyo metropolis. This is the kind of home that invites creativity, calm, and community.

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