What is a fully furnished apartment?
Furnished apartments come equipped with furniture and appliances.
This property is very attractive to vocational school students, and I will explain why.
Basic features of fully furnished apartments
Furnished apartments come equipped with the following furniture and appliances:
- bed
- table
- Chair
- tv set
- refrigerator
- washing machine
- Air conditioning
- range
The amenities provided vary depending on the property, so be sure to check what is available before moving in.
Benefits for vocational students
There are three benefits for vocational school students to living in an apartment with furniture and appliances.
- No hassle before moving in
- Initial costs are low
- No disposal fee for furniture and appliances when moving out
Some people decide on a vocational school in March and have a tight schedule for enrolling in April.
In such cases, it can be a hassle to search for and purchase furniture and appliances from scratch, but an apartment that is already furnished can save you the time and hassle of searching and purchasing.
Also, if you have only a few belongings, you may be able to move them yourself and not need to hire a moving company.
It will also be beneficial for parents to be able to reduce initial costs such as the purchase of furniture and appliances at a time when the new semester brings with it all the costs of admission fees, tuition fees, and textbooks.
And when you finish your student days and move out, all you have to do is return the furniture and appliances.
No disposal costs or hassle.
Important points for vocational school students when choosing an apartment with furniture and appliances
Here are some points that vocational school students consider when choosing an apartment with furniture and appliances.
Find rental prices that fit your budget
The monthly rent is an important consideration.
If the monthly rent is far beyond your budget, it can put a strain on your life.
According to the "Summary Report of the 59th Student Life Survey" by the National Federation of University Co-operative Associations, the average monthly living expenses for a student living alone is 127,500 yen.
Monthly living expenses for students living alone
- Food expenses: 25,880 yen
- Housing cost: 54,130 yen
- Transportation fee: 4,330 yen
- Education and entertainment expenses: 12,840 yen
- Books: 1,500 yen
- Tuition: 1,260 yen
- Daily expenses: 7,330 yen
- Telephone communication fee: 3,190 yen
- Other 2,290 yen
- Savings/Carryover 14,740 yen
- Total expenditure: 127,500 yen
Even if you don't include savings in your living expenses, it still costs about 110,000 to 120,000 yen per month.
Consider the amount of money you can earn from your parents' allowance or part-time work and look for a property with rent you can afford.
Please note that in fully furnished apartments, Wi-Fi and utility fees may be included in the rent, so it is necessary to check.
Apartment location (access to school)
Vocational school students will attend vocational school almost every weekday except for long holidays.
No matter how much you like an apartment, it can be stressful if it's a hassle to commute to school every day, so be sure to take location into consideration.
Can you walk or cycle to school, or is there good public transport access?
If the station is far away or there are many transfers, you should consider this as just commuting to school can be tiring.
Check the equipment and quality of furniture and appliances
You also need to check whether the furniture and appliances you need are available.
Most of the furniture and appliances provided are compact and designed for single people, so be sure to check whether the desk, chair, and lighting are suitable for studying.
How to choose a furnished apartment and what to look out for
We will tell you the points to consider and things to be careful of when choosing an apartment with furniture and appliances.
Confirmation of contract period and renewal fee
There are two types of contracts: "ordinary lease contract" and "fixed-term lease contract".
A standard lease agreement has a contract period of one year or more, and can generally be renewed if the tenant wishes.
The renewal fee is usually one month's rent for a two-year renewal, but there are also cases where there is no renewal fee.
On the other hand, monthly apartments that come with furniture and appliances are often leased on a fixed term basis, with short-term contracts of less than a year available.
When the contract period expires, it will automatically terminate, and you will have to re-sign if you wish to continue living in the property.
Be sure to check the contract type, contract period, and renewal fees carefully.
Rules for using furniture and appliances
The furnished furniture and appliances cannot be changed or removed.
Therefore, be sure to choose a property with furniture and appliances that you are satisfied with.
Also, pay attention to whether the provided furniture and appliances are described as "equipment," "loaned," or "not equipment" in the contract.
If it is "equipment," the landlord will handle repairs if it breaks, but if it is "loaned" or "non-equipment," the tenant will be responsible for repairs.
How to use the shared spaces and etiquette
Common spaces are areas such as hallways and stairs that are shared with other residents.
Therefore, if you use it in a selfish way, it may lead to problems.
If you throw out your trash on days other than the designated days or leave personal belongings in the hallway, you will often receive complaints from your neighbors.
By following the rules and manners, you can live a safe and secure life.
Enjoy a comfortable life as a vocational student in an apartment with furniture and appliances
For vocational school students, where room size and tenancy period are limited, a little ingenuity can make life more comfortable.
Here we'll show you some little tricks to help you.
Room design tips and interior ideas
In apartments that come with furniture, the furniture is fixed and you often cannot rearrange the room.
To avoid being disappointed that the room is not what you imagined, we recommend that you see it in advance.
Also, to make a small room look larger, it is important to use contrasting colors in the room.
Adding accents with curtains, cushions, blankets and accessories will give the room a three-dimensional look and change the impression.
How to use home appliances efficiently
Depending on how you use home appliances, you can save on utility bills.
For example, when using an air conditioner, which consumes a lot of electricity, you can use a circulator to ensure that hot and cold air is distributed throughout the room, and you can avoid overstocking the refrigerator.
With just a few simple steps you can reduce power consumption, so please try it out.
summary
Apartments with furniture and appliances are a great option for vocational school students as they eliminate the hassle of moving in and out and have low initial costs.However, when choosing, be sure to check things like the rent, location, and what furniture and appliances are provided.
Even though it's only for a few years, it will be your daily base.
Use this article as a reference to find a comfortable place to live.
