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$69,014

¥11M · ¥56,889/m²

Spacious Traditional House on Elevated Lot in Niigata

For sale · checked today · price cut ¥500,000 on Aug 11, 2026

  • Akiha Ward, Niigata新潟県新潟市秋葉区中村
  • 7DK · 193.4 m² (2,081 sq ft)
  • 686.8 m² of land (207.7 tsubo)
  • Wood-frame, 2 stories · Built 1982
  • JR Furutsu Station: 1.3 km by car

Ownership check

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  • FreeholdYou would own the land, not lease it.
  • Likely rebuildableNo restriction recorded. Worth confirming the road frontage.
  • Built 1982, 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$2,692¥429,000
Acquisition tax$690 – $2,070¥110,000 – ¥330,000
Registration + scrivener$910 – $2,384¥145,000 – ¥380,000
Total to buy$73,305 – $76,160¥11,684,000 – ¥12,139,000

Every year

Property tax (est.)$290 – $704¥46,200 – ¥112,200
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

FamilyMart1.3 km
Supermarket570 m
Hospital330 m
Furutsu Station1.2 km

At this address

  • Earthquake13% chance of strong shaking in 30 years (J-SHIS)
    High
  • VolcanoBandai is 86 km away
    Far
  • TyphoonsLow for this prefecture
    Low
  • SnowHeavy snowfall in winter
    Heavy
  • PopulationAkiha Ward: -44% by 2050 (IPSS)
    Steep decline
  • 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 traditional-style house, built in 1982, is situated on an elevated lot of approximately 207 tsubo, providing a spacious and open atmosphere. The property features a generous building area of 193.36 sqm and is perfect for those seeking tranquility and scenic views.

Parking for two carsImmediate delivery availableLand over 100 tsuboInterior renovationsSystem kitchenGood sunlightRoad width over 6mJapanese-style roomGardenShower-equipped washbasinTwo toiletsTwo-storyUnderfloor storageWindow in bathroomGood ventilationCity gasElevated locationTraditional house style
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