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¥4,980,000 (~$33,200 USD)

◆Storage Shed◆Kitchen Window◆Partial Flooring◆Closet◆Separate Bath & Toilet

◆物置◆キッチンに窓◆一部フローリング◆押入◆バス・トイレ別
Rank: 45 4/10

Photos (20)

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Property Details

Location
📍 群馬県渋川市祖母島
Layout
4DK
Land Area
1282.46 m² (13804 sq ft)
Building Area
147.91 m² (1592 sq ft)
Year Built
1990 (36 years old)
Nearest Station
祖母島 (21 min)

Ranking Breakdown (Score: 45)

+20: 20 photos — excellent coverage
+8: Moderate price: ¥4,980,000
+10: Large lot: 1282.46m²
+3: Good size: 4DK
+4: Great value: ¥3,883/m²

LLM Evaluation

Reasoning
While the price (¥4,980,000 / ~$33,200) is surprisingly high for what appears to be a modest rural property, the property itself lacks the visual charm or compelling restoration narrative needed for social media virality. The photos show a dated, somewhat neglected house with institutional/beige interiors and a severely overgrown exterior that reads as abandonment rather than rustic charm. The modest 147.91 sqm building on 1282 sqm of land has potential, but the presentation doesn't make a compelling case.
Visual Assessment
Photos reveal a dated 1990s house with beige/tan walls, sparse mid-century furnishings, a cramped wood-paneled bathroom, and a kitchen with basic appliances. The exterior shows dry, overgrown grass and weathered siding suggesting years of minimal maintenance. While photos are well-lit and clear, they document decline rather than character—no traditional architectural details, no dramatic potential, no striking views. The property looks tired rather than charming.
Suggested Angle
"This ¥4.98M Gunma fixer-upper sits on 1,282 sqm of raw land—perfect for developers or ambitious renovators ready to transform rural potential into something extraordinary."
Red Flags
Price feels misaligned with condition and property size—typical akiya in similar condition sell for ¥1-3M. Property shows clear signs of long-term neglect (overgrown yard, dated fixtures, institutional feel). Limited transit access (21 min walk to nearest station). No obvious unique features to justify premium pricing. Building condition appears average-to-poor despite recent photos. May face difficulty attracting foreign buyers at this price point without clearer renovation vision.
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