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$68,353

¥10.8M · ¥155,418/m²

Charming 5K House in Umezu, Kyoto

For sale · checked today · listed Apr 27, 2026

  • Ukyo Ward, Kyoto京都府京都市右京区梅津北川町
  • 5K · 69.5 m² (748 sq ft)
  • 64 m² of land (19.3 tsubo)
  • Wood-frame, 2 stories · Built 1986
  • Katabiranotsuji Station: 18 min walk

Ownership check

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  • FreeholdYou would own the land, not lease it.
  • Needs permission to build (宅地造成工事規制区域)Residential land development control zone. Grading and earthworks need a permit.
  • Built 1986, wooden, before the 2000 updateMeets the 1981 code but not the 2000 rules for wooden houses. Ask for an inspection.

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What it costs to buy and keep

On top of the price, once

Agent commissionLegal maximum$2,673¥422,400
Acquisition tax$684 – $2,051¥108,000 – ¥324,000
Registration + scrivener$911 – $2,380¥144,000 – ¥376,000
Total to buy$72,621 – $75,457¥11,474,400 – ¥11,922,400

Every year

Property tax (est.)$287 – $697¥45,360 – ¥110,160
Fire + earthquake insurance (est.)$316 – $949¥50,000 – ¥150,000

Estimates from the asking price. Taxes are set on the assessed value, which is usually lower.

Life around the house

Lawson600 m
Supermarket500 m
Hospital730 m
Arisugawa Station990 m

At this address

  • Earthquake14% chance of strong shaking in 30 years (J-SHIS)
    High
  • VolcanoOntake is 189 km away
    Far
  • TyphoonsModerate for this prefecture
    Moderate
  • SnowLight snowfall in winter
    Light
  • PopulationUkyo Ward: -13% by 2050 (IPSS)
    Declining
  • Airbnb / minpakuNo zoning rule found for this spot.
    Ask the town hall
Flood, landslide and tsunami maps for this spot

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Full listing details

This charming 5K detached house is currently vacant and ready for you to move in. With a building area of 69.49 sqm and a land area of 63.97 sqm, it was built in 1986 and is located just 18 minutes from the station. The property features a south-facing balcony and is situated in a pleasant neighborhood, making it a great option for families.

Two train lines accessibleCity center nearbyGood sunlightFlat walk to the stationWide road (6m or more)Tatami room2 storiesSouth-facing balconyUnder-floor storageWindow in bathroomTV intercomNear urban areaGood ventilationCity gasElementary school within 10 minutesFlat landAttic storageLow traffic area
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