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¥700,000 (~$4,666 USD)

Kashiwagi Town - ¥700,000

柏木町 70万円
Rank: 38 4/10

Photos (3)

Property photo 1 Property photo 2 Property photo 3

Property Details

Location
📍 北海道中川郡本別町柏木町194
Layout
4LDK
Land Area
264.15 m² (2843 sq ft)
Building Area
85.86 m² (924 sq ft)
Year Built
1975 (51 years old)
Nearest Station
-

Ranking Breakdown (Score: 38)

+1: 3 photos — bare minimum
+25: Very cheap: ¥700,000
+5: Good lot size: 264.15m²
+3: Good size: 4LDK
+4: Great value: ¥2,650/m²

LLM Evaluation

Reasoning
While the price is shockingly affordable at ¥700,000 for a 4LDK property with 264 sqm of land in rural Hokkaido, the photos reveal significant structural and maintenance issues that limit social media appeal. The interior photo shows dated finishes and poor lighting, while exterior shots suggest neglect and minimal curb appeal—making this more of a 'fixer-upper' story than an 'Instagram-worthy steal.'
Visual Assessment
The photos are dull and uninspiring: a dated interior with brown wood paneling and worn flooring, an exterior showing a modest 1970s structure with visible weathering, and an overgrown shed/outbuilding. The lighting is poor throughout, and there are no standout architectural or scenic features. The property reads as neglected rather than charming.
Suggested Angle
Deep-discount Hokkaido fixer-upper: ¥700,000 for a 4-bedroom with a quarter-acre of land—serious renovation project for the adventurous buyer.
Red Flags
Significant maintenance neglect visible; poor interior condition with dated finishes; remote location (station unknown); no description provided (suggesting seller may not be actively marketing); overgrown outbuildings; structural cosmetics likely require substantial investment; photo quality and framing suggest listing may be from uninterested seller or agent.
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