Hello everyone!
Just as the title suggests, I'm thinking of moving into my very own apartment and VillageHouse popped out from the options. It's 20 mins or so driving to my schools and a bit closer to the city but still being in the countryside compared to my current housing situation. My question is, I inquired about the initial fees moving in, they replied (via email) the fees expected of me and when I added it up, they just needed the 1st month's prorated rent, full 2nd month's rent, 2 months worth of car rent and 2 year fire insurance. They also had the option of renting a parking space and putting an additional fee for them to provide a gas stove, aircon, or fridge if I so request. The apartment is in Hyogo Prefecture and is a 2K floorplan.
This would put the fees to be around 70,000 yen. Apparently, they don't charge for key money, deposit, guarantor or brokerage fees.
I want to know, is this fee the bulk of what I have to prepare or should I expect hidden charges along the way in order to move into a VillageHouse?
This is my first time ever looking for an apartment, let alone looking for an apartment within Japan. Please give me guidance.
by No_Plastic_3228