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$168,143

¥26.8M · ¥235,005/m²

Quiet 4LDK House with Ample Storage in Kusatsu

For sale · checked today · listed Feb 20, 2026

  • Kusatsu, Shiga滋賀県草津市笠山3
  • 4LDK · 114 m² (1,228 sq ft)
  • 150.1 m² of land (45.4 tsubo)
  • Wood-frame, 2 stories · Built 1994
  • JR Seta Station: 35 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.
  • Built 1994, 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$5,963¥950,400
Acquisition tax$1,681 – $5,044¥268,000 – ¥804,000
Registration + scrivener$1,405 – $4,367¥224,000 – ¥696,000
Total to buy$177,193 – $183,517¥28,242,400 – ¥29,250,400

Every year

Property tax (est.)$706 – $1,715¥112,560 – ¥273,360
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

Other320 m
Supermarket570 m
Hospital1.2 km
Seta Station1.9 km

At this address

  • Earthquake18% chance of strong shaking in 30 years (J-SHIS)
    High
  • VolcanoOntake is 172 km away
    Far
  • TyphoonsModerate for this prefecture
    Moderate
  • SnowModerate snowfall in winter
    Moderate
  • PopulationKusatsu: +0% by 2050 (IPSS)
    Growing
  • 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 tranquil 4LDK house, built in 1994, is situated in a peaceful residential area. With good sunlight and ventilation, it offers a comfortable living environment. The property features multiple storage spaces and is conveniently located near local amenities.

Parking for 3+ carsClose to city centerSystem kitchenBathroom with dryerGood sunlightStorage in all roomsFlat access to stationQuiet residential areaLiving room over 15 tatamiFlat road over 6mJapanese-style roomOpen kitchen2 bathrooms2 stories2+ balconiesAuto bathWashlet toiletWindow in bathroomTV monitor intercomGood ventilationCity gasFlat landLow traffic area
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