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## Ichihara 5DK: More for Less, $54K!

## A Surprisingly Spacious 2-Story Home in Coastal Chiba

### 5-room layout, fully refreshed in 2024

### 16 min walk to Anegasaki Station, 2-car parking

### Flat, quiet neighborhood with nearby river and sea

### ¥8M / \~$54,000 USD as of July 2025

![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeutPH3Vz5mjzpTrcM2XHoJW7FwgG10DivBbZh)Tucked into a calm, residential pocket of Ichihara’s Shiizu neighborhood, this generously sized **5DK home** is a rare combo of value and versatility. With **fresh renovations** completed in March 2024, it’s bright, clean, and surprisingly turnkey. Whether you're seeking **space for a family**, **multi-generational living**, or a weekend **countryside escape** near the sea, this house checks a lot of boxes without breaking the bank.

![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe8Chz7Ae7buUsV9aLTIMnoqpGQvwHD34EmeBh)### 🏠 A Light-Filled Layout with Classic Appeal

Built in 1980 and lovingly refreshed in 2024, this 2-story wooden home now offers both functionality and a breezy, modern aesthetic. Here’s what makes it stand out:

- ✨ **Fully renovated wet area**: Includes a clean, windowed bath, updated toilet, vanity, and modern laundry setup
- 🍳 **Spacious kitchen**: A 3-burner system kitchen with a separate outdoor access, great for daily flow or gardening
- 🛋️ **Flexible room layout**: 5 rooms (3 Western-style, 2 tatami) offer options for work-from-home, guests, or hobbies
- 🛏️ **Connected tatami rooms**: Traditional charm, ideal for relaxation or adaptable shared space
- 🌅 **Balcony access**: Both upstairs bedrooms open onto a sunny south-facing balcony
- 🚗 **Free parking for 2**: Drive up, park, and settle in with ease
- 🧺 **Plenty of storage**: Underfloor and wall storage throughout, plus a shoe closet at the entry

![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeq10xxdnVrO2qRFfnWQPNmkgpI0i81utxe365)### 🚉 Everyday Access + Weekend Retreat Potential

You’re just a **16-minute walk from Anegasaki Station** on the JR Uchibo Line, or a quick 5-minute bus ride to Anegasaki Naka-dori stop. The street approach is flat, safe, and walkable, and there’s **parking for 2 cars**. From the station, you can get to Chiba City or Tokyo with ease, while local essentials (schools, clinics, supermarkets, parks) are within a 10-minute walk.

![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe7Vk5qjQFdvPgxwtRBjp52qEoilAIyZDhYXrO)### 🌊 Why Ichihara? A City of Contrast and Charm

**Ichihara** balances tradition, industry, and nature like few other places in Japan. On one hand, it’s home to some of Japan’s major industrial centers. On the other? Riverside tranquility, flower fields, and scenic escapes like **Yoro Valley** and the nostalgic **Kominato Railway**.

Here in **Shiizu**, you’re a short stroll from a small river teeming with fish, and even the sea is within walking distance. **Local parks**, weekend **fishing spots**, and warm **community vibes** make this a great place for slow, grounded living without feeling remote.

![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHe3mhOOAf4XQnteUspIM5rvbmji0f8RyFJN9CG)### 📈 Quick Property Snapshot

- 🏡 **5DK layout**, 2-story wooden home
- 🛠️ Renovated in **March 2024** and ready to move in
- 📐 **93.57 sqm** building / **158 sqm** land
- 🚌 5 min to bus / 🚉 16 min walk to **Anegasaki Station**
- 🚗 **Parking for 2 cars**
- 💰 **¥8M / \~$54,000 USD** as of July 2025

![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeO39J55iSZEis1AJtmW5z0keYd6oqjORvGp2B)### 🎥 Check It Out!

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### 🧭 Your Next Step

Buying in Japan doesn’t have to be a solo journey. The best way forward is to **connect with others who are already doing it**.

**Join the AkiyaHub community** to:

- Learn from real **buyers and renovators**
- Share your own **ideas and experiences**

![](https://utfs.io/f/UVgsUOm7zpHeOQh4olSiSZEis1AJtmW5z0keYd6oqjORvGp2)🔑 **Would you turn this into a basecamp, a family nest, or your own seaside project?**

Whether you’re planning your escape, hunting for investment potential, or dreaming of weekends near the sea, this Ichihara home is a versatile and affordable option with room to grow.

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