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¥4,980,000 (~$33,200 USD)

◆3-Car Parking◆Entrance Hall◆2-Way Balcony◆Southeast Facing◆Motorcycle Parking

◆駐車3台可◆玄関ホール◆2WAYバルコニー◆東南向き◆バイク置場
Rank: 42 5/10

Photos (16)

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Property Details

Location
📍 千葉県茂原市下永吉
Layout
6DK
Land Area
247.93 m² (2669 sq ft)
Building Area
127.54 m² (1373 sq ft)
Year Built
1977 (49 years old)
Nearest Station
茂原 (16 min)

Ranking Breakdown (Score: 42)

+20: 16 photos — excellent coverage
+8: Moderate price: ¥4,980,000
+5: Good lot size: 247.93m²
+7: Very spacious: 6DK
+2: South-facing

LLM Evaluation

Reasoning
The price point (¥4.98M / ~$33k USD) is reasonable rather than shocking, and the property is clearly livable with functional interiors—not an akiya. However, the dated 1977 construction, dull yellowish walls, aging kitchen fixtures, and overgrown yard reduce visual appeal. The photos are adequate but uninspiring, lacking the charm or 'wow factor' needed for strong social media traction.
Visual Assessment
The property shows typical 1970s Japanese residential construction in fair condition. Interiors feature worn yellowish walls, basic white cabinetry, and tatami rooms with natural light. The exterior reveals an overgrown yard, aging siding, and metal carport structures. Photo quality is clear but utilitarian—no standout architectural or aesthetic elements. The property reads as 'needs updating' rather than charming or dramatically derelict.
Suggested Angle
¥4.98M for a 6-room family home near Tokyo—affordable Japanese suburban living with renovation potential and room for three cars.
Red Flags
Property is 47 years old with visible cosmetic aging (yellowed walls, dated fixtures). Overgrown grounds suggest maintenance neglect. Limited unique charm or architectural interest compared to traditional houses. Price suggests it is not a steal but market-rate for the area and condition. Location in Mobara is suburban but not particularly scenic or tourist-appealing.
affordable family-home 6-room suburban-chiba parking 1970s-build renovation-needed livable japanese-residential