Buy 1R/1K Apartment in Yokohama・Kawasaki

1R/1K studio apartments can range from as little as 12 m² of space (often with a loft) to as much as 30 or 40 m² of space on the more expensive end. On average, a 1R unit in Tokyo and Yokohama is about 16 m² to 22 m², has a 3-piece unit bath, and may have a separate cooking space. 

A typical tenant is a student or young professional who has just graduated from school and wants to minimize housing costs to focus on other priorities whether that be a new car, saving for a new home upon marriage, etc.

Buyers of this type of property may be a parent looking to provide housing for an adult child going to school are just starting out in a new career. After the child has moved out, the owner will either become a landlord and rent the property out for generating passive income or sell the property outright. 

Buying a condo is super easy for non-resident foreigners with cash and even easier if you have residency. This condo is a bit expensive, but relatively new and close to Kawasaki Station allowing you easy access to both central Tokyo and Yokohama. This unit would be a good purchase if you are a single professional looking for a low-cost alternative to paying rent. When you are ready to upgrade, you can either sell the property or switch to an investment approach and rent the unit out to new tenants.

1R Studio Apartment in Kawasaki @ ¥33,000,000


CAM fee: ¥10,400

Reserve fund for long-term repair plan: ¥7,000

Total Monthly Running Costs: ¥17,400


Listed price: ¥33,000,000

Brokerage fee: ¥1,050,000

Brokerage fee tax: ¥105,000

Brokerage fee total: ¥1,155,000

Stamp tax: ¥10,000

Real estate registration tax (approximate): 2% of asset value*

Fixed asset tax: 1.4% of total asset value:*

City planning tax: 0.3% of total asset value*

Total of fixed asset tax + city planning tax (approx.):¥229,867

Approximate Total Cost: ¥34,980,000¥35,310,000


* Total cost of ancillary taxes and fees will be between 6% and 7% of the listed price. Asset Value is substantially lower than the listed Market Value. Actual tax is calculated annually by local legal affairs bureau once a year.

Inquire HERE using this contact form or call 045-663-2208 | 080-9511-7860

You can also email directly at robert@basyamichijisyo.com

(Hours 10:00 to 19:00 | Closed Tuesday and Wednesdays)

Buying a condo is a simple straightforward process if you work in Japan or have permanent residency. As long as you have access to funds, there are no restrictions applicable to foreign buyers. If you are a permanent resident of Japan with good standing at your bank, we can also assist you with filling out your loan application or help you find alternative financing.This condo is reasonably priced based on the amount of space, positioned on a higher floor, fantastic sun exposure with no buildings blocking out the sunlight, nice view at night, and offers easy access to central Yokohama, Kawasaki and TokyoThis would be a good purchase if you are a single professional looking for a low-cost alternative to paying rent. When you are ready to upgrade, or have to move back to your home country, you can either sell the property or switch to an investment approach and rent the unit out to new tenants.

1K Studio Apartment in Yokohama @ ¥23,000,000


CAM fee: ¥9,800

Long-term repair reserve fund: ¥1,960

Total Monthly Running Cost: ¥11,760


Listed price: ¥23,000,000

Brokerage fee (tax included): ¥825,000

Stamp tax: ¥10,000

Real estate registration tax (approximate): 2% of asset value*

Fixed asset tax: 1.4% of total asset value:*

City planning tax: 0.3% of total asset value*

Approximate Total Cost: ¥24,380,000〜¥24,610,000


Potential rental income if purchased for investment:

¥97,000/month | ¥1,164,000/year


* Total cost of ancillary taxes and fees will be between 6% and 7% of the listed price. Asset Value is substantially lower than the listed Market Value. Actual tax is calculated annually by local legal affairs bureau once a year.

Inquire HERE using this contact form or call 045-663-2208 | 080-9511-7860

You can also email directly at robert@basyamichijisyo.com

(Hours 10:00 to 19:00 | Closed Tuesday and Wednesdays)

Buying a condo is a simple straightforward process if you work in Japan or have permanent residency. As long as you have access to funds, there are no restrictions applicable to foreign buyers. If you are a permanent resident of Japan with good standing at your bank, we can also assist you with filling out your loan application or help you find alternative financing.This condo is reasonably priced based on the amount of space, and close proximity to a train station, which offers easy access to central Yokohama, Kawasaki, and Tokyo. This would be a good purchase if you are a single professional looking for a low-cost alternative to paying rent. When you are ready to upgrade, or have to move back to your home country, you can either sell the property or switch to an investment approach and rent the unit out to new tenants.

Sold 1K Studio Apartment in Yokohama @ ¥10,800,000


CAM fee: ¥6,680

Long-term repair reserve fund: ¥6,680

Total Monthly Running Cost: ¥13,360


Listed price: ¥10,800,000

Brokerage fee (tax included): approx. ¥422,400

Stamp tax: ¥10,000

Real estate registration tax (approximate): 2% of asset value*

Fixed asset tax: 1.4% of total asset value:*

City planning tax: 0.3% of total asset value*

Approximate Total Cost: ¥11,448,000 ¥11,556,000 *


* Total cost of ancillary taxes and fees will be between 6% and 7% of the listed price. Asset Value is substantially lower than the listed Market Value. Actual tax is calculated annually by local legal affairs bureau once a year.

Inquire HERE using this contact form or call 045-663-2208 | 080-9511-7860

You can also email directly at robert@basyamichijisyo.com

(Hours 10:00 to 22:00 | Closed Tuesday and Wednesdays)