Akaiwa 2 - ¥1.5 Million

Exceptional value at ¥1.5M for a recently renovated 4LDK with solid land area in an accessible Hokkaido location near Otaru. The exterior photos are bright, well-composed, and show a charming two-tone house in good condition. Interior bathrooms and toilet are clean and modern. However, the cluttered interior room photo and modest building size (38 sqm) relative to the large land (199 sqm) slightly temper the appeal—this is a small house on big land, not a sprawling home.

Exterior photos are excellent: bright blue sky, well-maintained house with dual-tone beige/cream and dark roof, black car in driveway, lush green surroundings. Bathroom and toilet are clean, modern, and spotless with natural light. One interior room photo shows clutter and storage, which is less Instagram-friendly but realistic. Overall condition is clearly well-maintained post-2015; no visible mold, water damage, or decay. The property is photogenic and livable-looking.

¥1.5M gets you a renovated Hokkaido home, 200+ sqm of land, AND walking distance to Otaru—this is why savvy expats are buying in rural Japan.

Building footprint is only 38 sqm for 4LDK layout—rooms will be compact. 1958 original construction means potential future renovation costs despite 2015 updates. Otaru winters are harsh (heavy snow); heating costs should be considered. Limited English real estate support in this area may complicate purchase process for foreigners.