A 9-minute walk from Mejiro Station on the JR Yamanote Line. This is one of the five newly built terrace houses designed by KINO architects in a quiet residential area. Only one house will be vacant and is available for lease.
■Rent:¥350,000-
■Common Service Fee:Free
The property was awarded the Good Design Award 2023. On the first floor is an open living/dining room with a ceiling height of 2.9 meters. Beyond the full-height windows on the south side of the ceiling, there is a garden, providing excellent ventilation and sunlight. On the second floor, there are three private rooms and a washroom. On the second floor, there are three private rooms and a washroom/bathroom, and each room has a loft, so there’s no need to worry about storage space.
The name of the building, “Casa Verde,” means “green house” in Portuguese. As the name suggests, red pine trees, magnolias, cherry blossoms, and autumn leaves grow in the garden, giving the house a seasonal appearance. There are also rare tree species such as the lusterleaf holly and loquat, which are rare in the city. The neighborhood is within walking distance of Otomoyama Park, Elementary School, Junior High School, and nursery, making it a very comfortable place to live.
In addition to Mejiro Station on the Yamanote Line, Takadanobaba Station and Shimo-Ochiai Station are also within walking distance. It is an attractive area with good access to Shinjuku and Ikebukuro, while being away from the hustle and bustle of the city.
The building is designed by KINO architects, an architectural design firm that has won numerous awards in Japan and abroad. This is one of our top picks for those who were not satisfied with other properties.