How Expensive is Renting an APARTMENT in TOKYO, JAPAN? 🇯🇵 💰

Sharmeleon

Sharmeleon

23 min, 30 sec

Sharla and Alex tour two unique properties in Tokyo, discussing their features, potential for renovation, and pricing.

Summary

  • The first property toured is a unique, multi-story apartment with a range of unusual features like a sauna, fireplace, deep fryer, and a layout that seems designed for entertaining.
  • Sharla and Alex discuss the property's location in Nerima, a quieter part of Tokyo, and its potential for renovation; the apartment is on the market for around 390,000 yen.
  • The second property is a more conventional apartment located three minutes from a station in Shinagawa. It boasts ample natural light, a large balcony, and a spacious kitchen, among other features.
  • Sharla and Alex note that the second property's location adds a lot to its value, and it's listed for around 52 million yen.

Chapter 1

Introduction and First Property Overview

0:00 - 12 min, 30 sec

Sharla and Alex introduce the episode and start touring the first property, a unique, multi-story apartment in Nerima.

Sharla and Alex introduce the episode and start touring the first property, a unique, multi-story apartment in Nerima.

  • Sharla and Alex struggle to unlock the apartment at first, piquing their curiosity about what's inside.
  • The apartment surprises them with features like a fireplace, deep fryer, and sauna.
  • They explore different rooms and comment on the eclectic, retro design, and the possibility of renovation.
  • Sharla mentions that the property's location in Nerima, a quieter part of Tokyo, could be both an advantage and disadvantage.

Chapter 2

First Property Evaluation and Price Discussion

12:30 - 1 min, 45 sec

Sharla and Alex continue exploring the first property and discuss its price and location.

Sharla and Alex continue exploring the first property and discuss its price and location.

  • They evaluate different features of the property, including the bathroom, balcony, and the unique elements like the fireplace and deep fryer.
  • Alex reveals the property's price: it's on the market for around 390,000 yen.
  • Sharla and Alex discuss the property's location, noting that it's in a quieter part of Tokyo but is relatively accessible.

Chapter 3

Second Property Overview

14:15 - 5 min, 8 sec

Sharla and Alex explore the second property, a more conventional apartment located three minutes from a station in Shinagawa.

Sharla and Alex explore the second property, a more conventional apartment located three minutes from a station in Shinagawa.

  • They tour the different rooms in the apartment, commenting on the ample natural light, large balcony, and spacious kitchen.
  • Sharla notes that the property's location close to a station in Shinagawa adds a lot to its value.
  • They discuss some potential renovations Sharla might consider if she were to purchase the property.

Chapter 4

Second Property Evaluation and Price Discussion

19:23 - 2 min, 56 sec

Sharla and Alex continue exploring the second property and discuss its price.

Sharla and Alex continue exploring the second property and discuss its price.

  • They take a closer look at the property's features and discuss its potential for renovation.
  • Alex reveals the property's price: it's listed for around 52 million yen, reflecting its desirable location and features.
  • Sharla reflects on the property's appeal and thinks about her next steps in the house hunting process.

Chapter 5

Conclusion

22:19 - 1 min, 2 sec

Sharla and Alex wrap up the episode, reflecting on the properties they toured and what's next in their house hunting journey.

Sharla and Alex wrap up the episode, reflecting on the properties they toured and what's next in their house hunting journey.

  • They reflect on the unique features of both properties and discuss which one they preferred.
  • Sharla mentions that she'll keep looking at other properties before making a final decision.
  • They tease the possibility of a new house tour when they move to Tokyo, signalling more episodes to come in their house hunting series.