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$564,660

¥90M · ¥418,080/m²

Charming 8DK House with Garden in Katsura, Kyoto

For sale · checked today · listed Feb 19, 2026

  • Nishikyo Ward, Kyoto京都府京都市西京区桂乾町
  • 8DK+2S · 215.3 m² (2,317 sq ft)
  • 309.8 m² of land (93.7 tsubo)
  • Wood-frame, 2 stories · Built 1989
  • Katsura Station: 11 min walk

Ownership check

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  • FreeholdYou would own the land, not lease it.
  • Rebuild rules not statedAsk whether the plot has the road frontage to rebuild.
  • Low-rise Residential zoneInside the town plan.
  • Built 1989, 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$19,048¥3,036,000
Acquisition tax$5,647 – $16,940¥900,000 – ¥2,700,000
Registration + scrivener$3,513 – $12,423¥560,000 – ¥1,980,000
Total to buy$592,868 – $613,070¥94,496,000 – ¥97,716,000

Every year

Property tax (est.)$2,372 – $5,760¥378,000 – ¥918,000
Fire + earthquake insurance (est.)$314 – $941¥50,000 – ¥150,000

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

Life around the house

7-Eleven410 m
Supermarket230 m
Hospital530 m
Kamikatsura Station660 m

At this address

  • Earthquake15% chance of strong shaking in 30 years (J-SHIS)
    High
  • VolcanoOntake is 191 km away
    Far
  • TyphoonsModerate for this prefecture
    Moderate
  • SnowLight snowfall in winter
    Light
  • PopulationNishikyo Ward: -13% by 2050 (IPSS)
    Declining
  • Airbnb / minpakuAllowed with a local limit on nights or seasons. Confirm with the town hall.
    Up to 60 nights
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Full listing details

This charming 8DK+2S home is situated just 11 minutes from Katsura Station and features a generous garden. With traditional Japanese elements and modern conveniences, it is perfect for families looking for space and comfort.

ParkingGardenTraditional Japanese roomQuiet neighborhood
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