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    "title": "🏠 Garage Included!? Under $85K!? (Sold)",
    "description": "This property has now sold , but it remains a strong example of what’s possible in this market. --- 🚃 Just $82K for a Renovated Tokyo-Area Home! Looking for a clean, move-in ready house near Tokyo… with parking, a garden, and a garage—all ",
    "markdown": "**This property has now sold**, but it remains a strong example of what’s possible in this market.\n\n---\n\n## **🚃 Just $82K for a Renovated Tokyo-Area Home!** \n\nLooking for a clean, move-in ready house near Tokyo… with parking, a garden, and a garage—all for less than $85K USD?\n\nThis might be the one.\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe3mwoEWG4XQnteUspIM5rvbmji0f8RyFJN9CG)Tucked in Kisarazu City, Chiba Prefecture, this two-story wooden home was built in 1981 but has seen some modern updates. Located just a 6-minute walk from Kazusa-Kiyokawa Station (JR Kururi Line), it offers an easy commute to Tokyo while delivering a quiet, livable residential vibe.\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeQhJxAAWPXaLToRJjHi2N5US8CBOncVMuml9b)\n\n---\n\n### **💰 Full Cost Breakdown: What You’ll Actually Spend**\n\nBuying a property in Japan involves more than just the listing price. This snapshot from our calculator gives you a clearer picture of the total estimated budget, including taxes, fees, and other recurring costs so you can plan with confidence. \n\n***(Prices as of June 2025)***\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeUwuWKbm7zpHeW0PT56oV8w2alJr9yGxuXSnD)### ✨ Why It Stands Out\n\nThis isn’t your average akiya.\\\nStep inside and you’ll find a modernized wet area: vanity, laundry, and bath -- all in great shape. The entrance is tiled, giving a solid first impression. A fresh tatami room connects to an engawa-style hallway that opens up to the backyard. It’s the kind of layout that gives you a real sense of calm.\n\nThe kitchen, dining, and living area in the rear of the house offer a functional flow, perfect for both small families or future tenants. Upstairs? A second toilet, another tatami room with balcony access, and a Western-style bedroom overlooking the neighborhood.\n\nWhether you're seeking a weekend retreat, primary residence, or a Tokyo-adjacent rental with income potential, this property has versatility baked in.\n\n### 📈 Investment Potential\n\nKisarazu has been one of the more quietly competitive areas in greater Chiba over the last few years. Land values here have been climbing year-over-year, fueled by easy access to Tokyo Bay Aqua-Line and inbound investment. The ¥11.8M price tag is remarkably close to the land value alone, which means you're getting the house almost for free.\n\n### 🌊 Area Vibe\n\nKisarazu’s Kiyokawa 1-chome blends suburban calm with Tokyo access. You’re close to shops, local eats, and just a short ride from the waterfront. Unlike many rural properties, this one strikes a balance between space and connectivity, ideal for either long-term living or rental appeal.\n\n### **🤯 Total Dream Home:** **Less than $100K USD!!** **🤯**\n\n---\n\n### 🚃 Would You Live Here or Rent It Out?\n\nA garage. Tatami rooms. A walkable station. And all for around $82K USD?\\\nThis property hits a sweet spot rarely found in the Tokyo sphere.\n\n---\n\n### If this is the kind of home you’re looking for, here’s where to start.\n\n- 👉[ How to Find Your Dream Property in Japan](https://akiyahub.com/articles/how-to-find-your-dream-property-in-japan): Learn how to explore regions, compare value, and confidently discover standout homes using AkiyaHub’s most powerful search approach.\n\n- 👉[ Join the AkiyaHub community](https://akiyahub.com/jointhecommunity): Learn from real buyers, ask questions freely, and move forward with confidence as you explore owning a home in Japan.",
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