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    "markdown": "**This property has now sold**, but it remains a strong example of what’s possible in this market.\n\n---\n\n## **🏡 Massive 7LDK Home in Chiba --** \\\n**Just ¥11M (Yes, Really)**\n\nIt was built in 1976 and has been sitting vacant for a little while. But that’s not unusual for homes of this size and age in rural Chiba. And honestly? The condition is surprisingly solid.\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeg2uxW7OxKFDJBonyRLO2wk0TE6ZtqaUcWIzj)### 🤔 Wait, What’s the Catch?\n\nLet’s walk through it: Downstairs, there’s a spacious Western-style room, a renovated kitchen, a large vanity area, a traditional Japanese bath, and five tatami rooms -- yes, five. The toilet room alone feels like it belongs in a public building, it’s that big.\n\nUpstairs is where it really shines: fully renovated, with a bright bedroom, walk-in closet, small second kitchen, modern unit bath, and another small bedroom. The second floor could almost be its own apartment.\n\nAnd out back? A massive, open backyard waiting for whatever you can dream up.\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe6X8lfSPfALgY5haedFHv7pyZnJjVWTSkqO24)### 📍 Iwasaka, Futtsu City, Chiba Prefecture\n\nJust 90 minutes from central Tokyo. This spacious 7LDK home in Futtsu, Chiba offers a rare mix of livable space, privacy, and potential on a plot so large, you could easily forget you're still in the Tokyo metro area.\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/UVgsUOm7zpHeIeX6AR1K9GadbqoPp7WM4ul2iXeYFy6zAHCc)### ✨ Why It Stands Out\n\n🛏️ **Two Homes in One:** The upstairs is fully renovated with its own kitchen, bathroom, and bedrooms -- ideal for multigenerational living, guests, or even splitting the space into separate units.\n\n🌿 **Massive Backyard:** Over **1,100m² of flat land** gives you room for a vegetable garden, an outdoor deck, a dog run, or future expansions, whatever your vision.\n\n🏗️ **Solid Bones, Real Potential:** Built in 1976, but in remarkably good condition. The layout is functional, the structure feels steady, and the updates upstairs make this far more than a teardown.\n\n🛋️ **Move-In Ready (Upstairs):** Live in comfort on the second floor from day one while planning any gradual upgrades downstairs. The hard part is already done.\n\n🚉 **Commutable Calm:** Located in Futtsu, you’re less than 2 hours from central Tokyo, but worlds away in atmosphere. Peaceful, residential, and ideal for anyone craving a slower pace with city access when needed.\n\n---\n\n## **Property Overview**\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe5tpZBgEYhbPSutBdTRoqpC0KIljyzax9w6sN)\n\n---\n\n## **Property Layout & Photos**\n\n![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe5xmy20gEYhbPSutBdTRoqpC0KIljyzax9w6s)![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeGMAAvTSxkcZBIVfXTosLCKgS871nmebPj6d2)\n\n---\n\n### Would You Live Here or Turn It Into Something More?\n\nWith 7 rooms, two kitchens, and a yard the size of a small park, this home is ideal for multi-generational living, creative renovation, or simply having space to breathe. If you're curious about Japan's more spacious side, and want to own land and a home without breaking the bank -- this is a strong contender.\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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