SAKASUMU · SAKAI, OSAKA
Find your home
in Sakai, Osaka.
Explore rental apartments and houses, understand the costs, and ask about the requirements for your move.
SAKASUMU is a local housing and living guide focused on Sakai City, Osaka Prefecture, Japan. This English section helps international residents and people planning a move to Sakai start their housing search.
EXPLORE YOUR OPTIONS
Rental properties in Sakai
Start with the location, monthly rent, layout and floor area. If a property interests you, send us its link so we can check availability and application requirements.
Looking for a rental in Sakai?
Tell us your budget, preferred area and move-in date. We can check properties that may fit your plans.
A listing does not guarantee that a property is still available. Acceptance of international applicants depends on the property, management company and guarantor company.
LOCAL HOUSING SUPPORT
What we can help you check
A home that fits your plans
Share your budget, preferred layout and location. Tell us about pets, parking or other requirements at the start.
Availability and requirements
We can check the current availability of a property and the application and guarantor company requirements.
Rent and move-in costs
We can help you understand the quoted rent, management fee and initial costs before you decide how to proceed.
Our focus is Sakai City. If you are considering a nearby area, include it in your enquiry so we can confirm whether we can help.
FROM YOUR FIRST QUESTION TO MOVING IN
How to start your rental search
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Tell us about your move
Send your budget, preferred area, move-in date and household size.
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Check the property and costs
Confirm availability, application requirements and the estimated amount needed before moving in.
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Arrange a viewing
Discuss viewing arrangements and check the room, building and surrounding area.
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Apply, complete screening and sign
Required documents and screening vary by property. If approved, confirm the contract, payments and key handover arrangements.
BEFORE YOU CHOOSE
Understand the listing, then compare homes
Monthly rent is one part of the budget
Check whether the management or common service fee is separate. Ask about parking, utilities, internet and any other recurring charges.
For move-in costs, request an itemised estimate. Depending on the property, it may include a deposit, key money, agency fee, guarantor fee, insurance and advance rent.
Japanese layout labels
- 1R
- One room with the kitchen in the same space.
- 1K
- One room with a separate kitchen area.
- 1DK
- One room plus a dining/kitchen area.
- 1LDK
- One room plus a living/dining/kitchen area.
Check the floor plan and floor area as well as the label. The layout alone does not tell you whether furniture is included.
Choose an area around your everyday journey
Tell us where you need to travel for work or school, and your preferred walking time to a station. This gives us a more useful starting point than a ward name alone.
QUESTIONS BEFORE YOU MOVE
Renting in Sakai: common questions
Can international residents enquire about a rental?
Yes. International applicants are welcome to enquire. Approval is not guaranteed; requirements depend on the property, management company and guarantor company.
Can I contact you before arriving in Japan?
Yes. Tell us your expected arrival and move-in dates. Whether an application can proceed while you are overseas needs to be checked for the individual property.
What documents will I need?
The required documents vary. Tell us your circumstances first, and we can check the requirements for the property you are considering.
Are the homes furnished or pet-friendly?
These conditions vary by property. Mention furniture and pets in your first message. For pets, include the type, number and size so the conditions can be checked.
Can I read property details in English?
Detailed listing pages are currently in Japanese. Send us a property link and your questions if you need help understanding the details.
How much will I need before moving in?
The amount depends on the property’s fees and contract terms. Ask for an itemised estimate for the particular home rather than calculating your budget from the advertised rent alone.
LET’S TALK ABOUT YOUR MOVE
What are you looking for?
Send a message in English with the details below. Leave anything you have not decided yet blank.
Preferred area or workplace/school:
Monthly housing budget:
Preferred move-in date:
Number of occupants:
Layout, pets or other requirements:
Property link, if you have one:
Monthly housing budget:
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Property link, if you have one:
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About SAKASUMU
SAKASUMU is a local housing and living information website focused on Sakai City, Osaka. It introduces properties and helps readers identify the details to check before choosing a home.
Real estate brokerage services are provided by 株式会社MEEM (MEEM). Licence: Minister of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism (1) No. 10916.