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¥1,980,000 (~$13,200 USD)

Tezuka - ¥1,980,000

手塚 198万円
Rank: 54 6/10

Photos (21)

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Property Details

Location
📍 長野県上田市手塚
Layout
6DK
Land Area
188.37 m² (2028 sq ft)
Building Area
134.47 m² (1447 sq ft)
Year Built
1979 (47 years old)
Nearest Station
樋ノ口(長野県) (3 min)

Ranking Breakdown (Score: 54)

+20: 21 photos — excellent coverage
+20: Cheap: ¥1,980,000
+7: Very spacious: 6DK
+7: Very close to station: 3 min

LLM Evaluation

Reasoning
Strong price point (~$13,200) and genuine rural charm with large land, but interior photos reveal significant grime, water stains, and general neglect that limits Instagram appeal. The property needs serious cleaning and renovation—not the 'charmingly rustic' aesthetic that drives engagement, but rather 'fixer-upper chore.' Exterior shots are pleasant enough to hint at potential, but the condition shots are uninspiring.
Visual Assessment
Exterior photos show a modest 1979 two-story house in a peaceful rural setting with open frontage—visually pleasant and well-lit. Interior photos reveal dingy, stained flooring (notably in the bathroom), dark rooms, aged wooden elements, and general disrepair. The toilet photo and bedroom shots show heavy wear and lack of cleanliness. No standout architectural features or charming details are visible; this reads as 'neglected' rather than 'authentic old Japan.'
Suggested Angle
Sub-$14K countryside farmhouse 3 minutes from the station—a blank canvas for the committed rural dreamer willing to roll up their sleeves.
Red Flags
Unregistered building(s) present; property exceeds legal building coverage ratio (potential zoning/legal complications). Interior condition is visibly poor with staining and grime. Requires significant renovation investment beyond purchase price. As-is sale with uncleared fixtures may complicate ownership and cleanup.
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