What's a shared house?
What is a shared house like?
In recent years, "shared houses" have been attracting attention as a new form of housing.
As shared houses gain more attention, the number of users of shared houses is also increasing. However, there is still much that is not well known, isn't there? On this page, we would like to explain in depth specifically about shared houses.
What's a shared house?
A shared house is a rental property where several people share a single dwelling.
The definition of "shared house" is not strictly defined by law, but according to the definition used in an official document issued by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, a shared house is "a rental property in which residents live together with others in a private space, but share a toilet, shower room, etc., and each resident contracts with the operator for a private room or bed unit."
Generally speaking, a shared house is a rental property where the living room, kitchen, toilet, bathroom, etc. are shared with other tenants, and apart from these, there is a private space for each tenant.
Private spaces vary from one room shared by several people to one private room for each person.
Types of Shared Houses
There are various types of shared houses.
Depending on the type of building, they are classified into
- Detached house type
- Condominium type
- Apartment type
etc.
The number of tenants and shared facilities vary depending on the type of buildings.
There are also shared houses that bring together residents with similar interests, occupations, and attributes.
Events are held to deepen exchanges between tenants, and club-like activities are held, making it possible for them to experience a different kind of life than living alone.
About Private Spaces
There are three main types of rooms in shared houses.
- A private room for one person
- One room which is used by several people (room sharing)
- One room with multiple bunk beds that can be used by multiple people (dormitory)
Characteristics of Shared Houses
Shared houses have a variety of characteristics, and the atmosphere inside the house and the facilities available vary from property to property.
The major difference from a regular rental property may be that, as mentioned above, you share the living room, kitchen, toilet, bathroom, etc. with other tenants.
Another appeal of shared houses is that the shared spaces allow for natural interaction with other tenants!
Characteristic 1 Initial and monthly costs of moving into a shared house
Shared houses require a little initial cost when moving in.
Although it varies from property to property, shared houses often do not require a security deposit, key money, or broker's fee, but instead require a guarantee deposit called a deposit to be paid to the manager/operator.
The amount of the deposit varies from property to property, but it is often about one month's rent. So, the advantage of shared houses is that you can move in with a little initial cost.
The cost paid in addition to the monthly rent (common service fee) varies depending on the property. Common service fee includes the following.
- utility costs
- communication costs
- regular cleaning fee for common are
etc.
Depending on the property, the monthly amount may be fixed or actual.
Characteristic 2 Types of contracts and length at move-in
As shared houses are also rental properties, a lease agreement must be signed between the operator and the tenant when moving in, as is the case with ordinary rental properties.
The length of the lease contract varies depending on the property.
In many cases, notice to vacate must be given at least one month in advance, or the deposit may not be refunded.
Characteristic 3 Excellent shared facilities
Recently, the number of shared houses has been increasing, including large properties with a full range of shared facilities.
An increasing number of shared houses are equipped with kitchens that are of a much higher grade than those in ordinary condominiums.
Living and dining rooms in shared houses are often spacious, providing a comfortable space for tenants to interact with each other and to chill out.
In addition, some properties are equipped with a theater room with a large screen and a soundproof room for full-scale musical performances.
Characteristic 4 Reasonably-priced designer properties
Some of the shared houses are designer properties where you can live inexpensively.
While rents for regular designer condominiums are often high, shared houses have a wide variety of fashionable and reasonably-priced designer properties.
Shared houses have a café-like lounge and an open terrace to make your daily life comfortable and enjoyable.
Characteristic 5 Shared houses with high quality private spaces
Some shared houses are equipped with furniture and appliances not only in the common areas but also in the private spaces (private rooms).
Generally, moving tends to be a large undertaking, but shared houses with private rooms equipped with facilities are attractive because there is little to prepare and it is easy to move in.
Another advantage is that reduces the cost of moving.
Ideal lifestyle in a shared house!
We have introduced many things about shared houses.
The main attraction of shared houses is that they offer a lifestyle different from that of ordinary rental properties!
Living with people of different genders, ages, occupations, lifestyles, and sometimes cultures is a valuable experience that cannot be gained elsewhere.
It can be said that the lifestyle of shared houses is not only economical, but also adds an extra value to living alone.