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2023.10.05

What is a share house? We'll explain, along with 12 recommended share houses in Miyagi Prefecture!


In recent years, lifestyles have diversified, and the number of people living in shared housing has increased.

Share house living offers various advantages and attractions, such as the ability to share furniture and appliances, and the opportunity to interact with other residents.

So, this time, we've compiled a list of share houses in Miyagi Prefecture, where Roopt also operates.

Each share house truly has its own unique characteristics and personality, so I hope you'll find a share house that interests you after reading this article.

For your first experience in a shared house, try Roopt!

A share house refers to a type of housing where multiple residents share the same dwelling.

You will share bedrooms and common areas, and you will share the rent and living expenses.

Bedrooms also vary from one shared house to another, with options including private rooms and dormitory-style rooms.

Because living spaces are shared, it's positioned not just as a residence, but as a community where people enjoy communal living.

The appeal and benefits of living in a shared house

Such shared housing offers the following attractions and benefits:

① Economic advantages

One of the advantages of living in a shared house is that it can reduce housing costs.

By sharing common expenses such as utilities and consumables among residents, the burden on individual residents is reduced.

Generally, shared houses have fixed utility costs, which is a nice little bonus as it makes it easier to estimate monthly living expenses.

Given the recent surge in electricity prices, having fixed and shared utility costs is well-suited to the current social climate.

② Interaction with the community

Share houses also serve as a place for interaction with residents from different backgrounds and cultures.

Another characteristic is the abundance of opportunities to make new friends and share different perspectives and experiences.

Additionally, some share houses also function as guesthouses or cafes, and host events that local residents can participate in, providing opportunities to interact with people outside the share house.

For those who have just arrived in this city and don't know anyone, I recommend starting by moving into a shared house to build relationships.

③ Comfortable living environment

Share houses have shared spaces and facilities, saving you the trouble of furnishing them with furniture and appliances from scratch.

Living in a shared apartment offers several advantages, such as being able to easily acquire unique furniture and accessories that you might hesitate to buy if you live alone.

These days, more and more people don't own televisions, but one of the joys of living in a shared house is being able to gather around a large TV and chat at your leisure.

12 Recommended Share Houses in Miyagi Prefecture

Now, let's introduce 12 recommended share houses in Miyagi Prefecture.

If you're interested in starting a shared house lifestyle in Miyagi Prefecture, please use this as a reference.

[Sendai City] Community Share House Liberty I

"Community Share House Liberty I" is the first share house operated by "Community Share House Liberty," which runs share houses in Sendai City.

The Liberty series is the first custom-built share house in Miyagi Prefecture, and its distinguishing feature is that "it is not a renovation of an existing building, but is designed and constructed specifically as a share house."

This share house features a chic design based on black and red, while also offering a spacious and open atmosphere.

A short walk away is a large park called "Daihara Forest Park," so it's nice to have a place nearby where you can refresh yourself from work and daily life.

Address: 3-8-32 Daihara, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 981-0911 Parking: Available (paid) Access: 6-minute walk from Daihara Station on the Sendai City Subway Namboku Line Rent: From 42,000 yen/month Official Website:https://sharehouse-liberty.jp/liberty1/

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[Sendai City] Casa Foresta Nord

From the "Casa Foresta" series, which operates three share houses in Sendai City (as of September 2023), we will introduce "Casa Foresta Nord" this time.

Casa Foresta's appeal lies in its "high cost performance," with all properties meeting earthquake resistance standards, using IC card keys, and maintaining indoor temperatures above 20°C even in the middle of winter, allowing for a quality of life far beyond what you'd expect from the rent.

Casa Foresta Nord features a white-based, gentle interior and is surrounded by wood, creating a calm and peaceful living environment.

Both private rooms and dormitory-style accommodations are available, allowing you to choose a room that suits your budget.

Address: 28-10 Yamate-cho, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 981-0967 Parking: Available (paid) Access: 3-minute walk from Kitayama Station on the JR Senzan Line Rent: From 39,000 yen/month Official Website:https://casaforesta.net/sharehouse/nord

[Sendai City] TOMIRIE HOUSE (Women Only)

Many share houses are exclusively for women, and 'TOMIRIE HOUSE' is also for women only, so women can live in a shared house with peace of mind.

The living room has a large table, designed for casual conversations and deeper discussions while eating meals.

Furthermore, the interior design of each room was created by university students in Sendai City with a "treehouse" theme, resulting in a playful and exciting space.

This share house is conveniently located near a subway station, making it ideal for daily life.

Address: 2-5-22 Kimachi-dori, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 980-0801 Parking: None Access: 6-minute walk from Kita-Yonbancho Station on the Sendai City Subway Namboku Line Rent: From 50,000 yen/month Website:https://tohoku.hituji.jp/comret/info/miyagi/sendai/tomirie-house

[Sendai City] Miharashi no Oka Mirai House (Male Only)

In stark contrast, this "Observation Hill Future House" is for men only.

This is a shared house located near a university, run with the motto, "Let's forge a path to the future!"

Since there's a wooden deck in the garden, you can relax or have a fun chat while having a BBQ.

This is recommended for those who want to find friends with whom they can discuss their future while enjoying a panoramic view of Sendai City from the top of a hill.

Address: 3-chome, Kitayama, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 981-0931 Parking: Available (Paid) Access: 7-minute walk from Kitayama Station on the JR Senzan Line Rent: From 26,000 yen/month Website:https://tohoku.hituji.jp/comret/info/miyagi/sendai/miharashi-no-oka-mirai-house

[Sendai City] Ciel House Nagamachi 1-chome

"Ciel House Nagamachi 1-chome" is a relatively new share house that opened in November 2019.

It's incredibly convenient, located just a one-minute walk from Nagamachi-Itchome subway station, and with cafes and restaurants on the first floor!

Each room is spacious, ranging from 6 to 10 tatami mats in size, allowing you to relax and enjoy your days even in a shared house.

This share house is highly recommended for those who frequently visit the area around Sendai Station.

Address: 2F/3F Sakuma Building, 1-6-8 Nagamachi, Taihaku-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 982-0011 Parking: None Access: 1-minute walk from Nagamachi-itchome Station on the Sendai City Subway Namboku Line Rent: From 39,000 yen/month Website:https://tohoku.hituji.jp/comret/info/miyagi/sendai/ciel-house-nagamachi-itchome

[Sendai City] Share house with vegetable garden, Nagamachi Minami (female only)

This women-only share house even comes with a vegetable garden, allowing you to enjoy gardening while living in the house.

We've renovated a vacant house with a garden and are using it as a shared house. Residents can grow their own vegetables and even enjoy eating them at BBQs to socialize.

It's rare to find an environment in the heart of Sendai where you can grow your own vegetables while living there, and it's precisely because it's a shared house that we can all work together to cultivate them.

Because there are many opportunities to interact with local residents, this share house is perfect for women visiting Sendai for the first time.

Address: 3-34-5 Nagamachi-Minami, Taihaku-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 982-0012 Parking: None Access: 7-minute walk from Nagamachi-Minami Station on the Sendai City Subway Namboku Line Rent: From 28,000 yen/month Official Website:https://www.konno-net.co.jp/nagamachi-minami/

[Sendai City] Sendai Roman

As the name "Sendai Roman" suggests, this is a unique share house overflowing with romance.

The stained glass used in the transom window in the living room is beautiful, making you feel like you've traveled back in time.

This share house exudes a sense of refinement and is recommended for those who want to live each day thoughtfully.

The owner posts articles on note every day, and their engaging writing is also noteworthy.

Address: 3-5 Yagiyama Yayoi-cho, Taihaku-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 982-0833 Parking: None Access: 15 minutes by bus from Yagiyama Zoo Station on the Sendai City Subway Tozai Line Rent: From 38,000 yen/month Official Website:https://sendai-roman.weebly.com/

[Sendai City] Co-Liiving GATE Sendai Kawauchi

This facility is expanding nationwide with the concept of being "a community-based co-living facility exclusively for people in their 20s and 30s, specializing in 'experiences' and 'networking' that can only be gained here, with an application process for admission." 'Co-Liiving GATE Sendai Kawauchi' is the first location in the Tohoku region.

This shared house was planned by alumni of the "Tobitate! Study Abroad JAPAN" program, and brings together members with diverse values.

Since it's limited to people in their 20s and 30s, you can meet peers with similar values and spend your days striving to improve together.

Another great feature is that tenants can use "Tage-Community," a co-working space located in the heart of Sendai, for free.

Address: 49-178 Kawauchi Sanjuninmachi, Aoba-ku, Sendai City, Miyagi Prefecture 980-0866 Parking: None Access: 8-minute walk from Kawauchi Station on the Sendai City Subway Tozai Line Rent: From 22,000 yen/month Official Website:https://coliving-gate.jp/

[Shichigahama Town] Community Share House Liberty Shichigahama

The first community share house I introduced is "Community Share House Liberty Shichigahama," located in Shichigahama Town.

This share house is great because it's close to the sea, so you can easily go for a walk or a run and refresh yourself.

Although it was renovated and opened in 2020, this share house has a nostalgic feel to it, with features like tatami mat flooring in the bedrooms.

Although it's a little far from the station, there are convenience stores and banks nearby, so daily life shouldn't be inconvenient.

Address: 2-11-20-2F, Sakaeyama, Shichigahama-cho, Miyagi-gun, Miyagi Prefecture 985-0824 Parking: Available (Paid) Access: 10 minutes by car from JR Shimouma Station Rent: From 35,000 yen/month Official Website:https://sharehouse-liberty.jp/liberty4/

[Minamisanriku Town] Hanamiyama House

Hanamiyama House, a share house located in Minamisanriku Town, is a share house where residents can interact not only with each other but also with local community members.

We also host events and workshops, making it a place where local residents can easily come, and a place where people from other towns can feel at ease.

Hanamiyama House accepts residents for as short as two weeks, allowing you to try living there "temporarily" as a trial relocation.

There are many things about a region that you can only understand by actually living there, so it's reassuring to know that there are places like this where you can move in flexibly.

Address: 187-3 Iriya Nakamachi, Minamisanriku-cho, Motoyoshi-gun, Miyagi Prefecture 986-0782 Parking: Available Access: 5 minutes by car from Shizugawa IC on the Sanriku Expressway Rent: From 30,000 yen/month Official Website:https://hanamiyama-house.com/

[Kesennuma City] Childcare Share Space Omusubi (Women Only)

Kesennuma City's "Omusubi Childcare Share Space" has three functions: a temporary childcare center, a relaxation room (a co-working space with childcare facilities), and a women-only share house function.

No security deposit or key money required, Wi-Fi available, and what's more, all-you-can-eat rice!

This is a place and community that supports women of all ages, including young women who have moved to Kesennuma.

It offers easy access to downtown Kesennuma, making it a safe and comfortable place to start living in Kesennuma for the first time.

Address: 1-2-5 Mikka-machi, Kesennuma City, Miyagi Prefecture 988-0085 Parking: Available Access: 10 minutes by car from Kesennuma Port IC on the Sanriku Expressway Rent: From 35,000 yen/month Official Website:https://www.xn--t8j4a0e4b.com/

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