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