Overview of Kosumo Sode Ke Ura (コスモ袖ケ浦)
Kosumo Sode Ke Ura (コスモ袖ケ浦) is a 34-year-old condominium located at Sode Ke Ura Shi Fukuou Dai 4 Choume 38-2 (袖ケ浦市福王台4丁目38-2), Chiba, Japan. Built in 1992, it comprises 67 units in a Reinforced Concrete (RC) structure. It was constructed by Mitsuikensetsu (三井建設).
Pricing & Floor Plans
Based on 64 past listings, prices have ranged from 498〜1,230万円 (approx. $33,200–$82,000 USD at ¥150/$).
Unit sizes range from 48.1–57.4 sqm (518–618 sqft). Note: Japanese measurements refer to exclusive-use area (interior only, no common areas).
Available layouts: 1LDK (1-bedroom w/ living-dining-kitchen), 3DK (3-bedroom w/ dining-kitchen), 2LDK (2-bedroom w/ living-dining-kitchen), 3LDK (3-bedroom w/ living-dining-kitchen).
Location & Neighborhood
The property is located at Sode Ke Ura Shi Fukuou Dai 4 Choume 38-2 (袖ケ浦市福王台4丁目38-2), Chiba, Japan. It is a 13-minute walk to the nearest station. In Japan, station proximity significantly affects property values and daily convenience.
Investment Perspective
Building depreciation: In Japan, buildings depreciate significantly over time. Wood-frame houses depreciate to near-zero value at around 22 years, while RC structures depreciate more slowly but still lose value. At 34 years old, much of the building's value has already depreciated — the price largely reflects land value and location premium.
Scale advantage: With 67 units, this is a relatively large condominium. Larger buildings typically benefit from lower per-unit maintenance and repair reserve costs.
Key cultural note: Unlike the US where properties typically appreciate over time, Japanese buildings depreciate while the underlying land tends to hold or gain value. This means buyers should evaluate the land-to-building value ratio carefully.
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