Overview of Mezon・do・shatoran (メゾン・ド・シャトラン)
Mezon・do・shatoran (メゾン・ド・シャトラン) is a 38-year-old condominium located at Fukuokashi Minamiku Mukaino 1 Choume 12-10 (福岡市南区向野1丁目12-10), Fukuoka, Japan. Built in 1988, it comprises 134 units in a Reinforced Concrete (RC) structure. It was constructed by Arai Kumi (新井組).
Pricing & Floor Plans
Based on 82 past listings, prices have ranged from 100〜620万円 (approx. $6,667–$41,333 USD at ¥150/$).
Unit sizes range from 16.0–20.5 sqm (172–221 sqft). Note: Japanese measurements refer to exclusive-use area (interior only, no common areas).
Available layouts: 1K (1-bedroom w/ kitchen), 1R (Studio).
Estimated price per sqm: ¥15.0万/sqm (approx. $999/sqm or $93/sqft).
Location & Neighborhood
The property is located at Fukuokashi Minamiku Mukaino 1 Choume 12-10 (福岡市南区向野1丁目12-10), Fukuoka, Japan. It is a 7-minute walk to the nearest station. This is considered good station access by Japanese standards.
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 38 years old, much of the building's value has already depreciated — the price largely reflects land value and location premium.
Scale advantage: With 134 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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