Overview of Raionzumanshon Yakuin Chuuou (ライオンズマンション薬院中央)
Raionzumanshon Yakuin Chuuou (ライオンズマンション薬院中央) is a 41-year-old condominium located at Fukuokashi Chuuouku Yakuin 2 Choume 5-2 (福岡市中央区薬院2丁目5-2), Fukuoka, Japan. Built in 1985, it comprises 75 units in a Steel Reinforced Concrete (SRC) structure. It was constructed by Dainichi Sei Kensetsu (大日成建設).
Pricing & Floor Plans
Based on 44 past listings, prices have ranged from 550〜5,198万円 (approx. $36,667–$346,533 USD at ¥150/$).
Unit sizes range from 28.2–95.0 sqm (304–1023 sqft). Note: Japanese measurements refer to exclusive-use area (interior only, no common areas).
Available layouts: 1SLDK (1-bedroom w/ living-dining-kitchen + service room), 1LDK (1-bedroom w/ living-dining-kitchen), 1K (1-bedroom w/ kitchen), 1R (Studio), 1DK (1-bedroom w/ dining-kitchen).
Estimated price per sqm: ¥54.0万/sqm (approx. $3,599/sqm or $334/sqft).
Location & Neighborhood
The property is located at Fukuokashi Chuuouku Yakuin 2 Choume 5-2 (福岡市中央区薬院2丁目5-2), Fukuoka, Japan. It is a 3-minute walk to the nearest station. This is considered excellent station access in Japan, where most daily errands are done on foot or by train.
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 41 years old, much of the building's value has already depreciated — the price largely reflects land value and location premium.
Scale advantage: With 75 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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