Chiba is a good place to find a cheaper place to rent instead of living in central Tokyo. A lot of foreigners search for apartments near Funabashi Station, Maihama Station, Tsudanuma Station, and Chiba Station. But not a lot know about the hidden gem to find a place to live. I’ll tell you all about it in the following paragraphs
First, let’s talk about what you need to look out for in Apartments. Depending on the number of your dependents. you may have a different need. but let’s say you’re alone. Here are four tips you need to consider. Number four will shock you.
#1 Electricity breaker amperage of the apartment
You should consider renting an apartment with the lowest possible breaker amperage. A 10A would cost you only 280 JPY, while a 40A would cost you an additional 1123 JPY on top of your electricity costs.
#2 Do you have a car?
A lot of spaces offer included parking. you can find a cheap apartment but when you ask them if you can use the empty lot in front to park your car they’ll ask you for high prices.
#3 Within walking distance of hospitals and supermarkets.
Living within walking distance of amenities makes life less stressful. You might find a good house, but if it’s far from a hospital, emergencies can become daunting. Imagine dragging yourself to the hospital when you have the flu and your life is at stake.
#4 Check the soundproofing of the apartment
Japanese walls tend to be thin, which means you may often hear your neighbors’ quarrels as well as their moments of affection. Given that work life in Japan can be quite demanding, it’s important to get adequate sleep. If possible, try to schedule your property visits for after working hours to check out the room you’re considering.
Lastly, the hidden gem I was talking about is the Makuharihongo area. They have almost everything but aren’t too crowded. One stop is Tsudanuma Station, where you can access four train lines.
