Nishikatsura 4K Akiya — ¥4M, Mitsutoge Station, 10 min walk
A 1967-built 4K on 323.9 sqm of land in Nishikatsura, Yamanashi, sold as-is at ¥4M.
This 1967-built 4K detached house is in Nishikatsura, Yamanashi (source listing address: 山梨県南都留郡西桂町). It sits on 323.9 sqm of land with a 93.52 sqm building and is sold as-is. Access, as stated on the source listing: Fujikyuko Line — Mitsutoge Station, 10 min walk (富士急行「三つ峠」歩10分). For short-term-rental context we quote the Fujikawaguchiko area benchmark — 471 tracked listings, $241 average daily rate, 49.8% occupancy, $41,581 average annual revenue (AirROI 2025–2026). This property is in Nishikatsura, roughly 9 km from Fujikawaguchiko, so treat those figures as a regional demand indicator for the surrounding market, not as this home's income.
Minpaku (short-term rental) status not confirmed. Verify with the municipal office and your agent before completing purchase. STR operation may be restricted to 180 days/yr or prohibited.
(conservative–optimistic)
(182 days avg)
(low–high investment)
Built in 1967, the building predates Japan's 1981 seismic code (pre-1981 standard) and carries a condition grade of D. It is sold as-is and needs a full gut renovation, so a structural and seismic assessment should be part of your due diligence.
Renovation estimate: ¥5.0M – ¥15.0M
Source: AirROI 2025–2026 · 471 active listings analysed
⚠ Minpaku Status: Requires Verification
Requires verification before purchase
- Minpaku (STR) permit — Requires pre-purchase verification with municipal office
- Structural inspection — Not yet conducted. Recommend independent inspection (¥50k–¥100k) before purchase.
- Land rights: Confirm ownership vs. leasehold (借地権). Leasehold affects resale value and mortgage eligibility.
- Utilities: Verify water supply (public / well), sewage (公共下水 vs. 浄化槽), gas (city gas / propane — propane is 2–3× higher cost).
- Earthquake resistance: Built 1967 — pre-1981 seismic standard. Structural inspection critical.
- Acquisition costs: Budget +5–8% on top of purchase price (registration, agent fee, tax).