Top 10 "Frequently Asked Questions" and Answers During Share House Viewings [As Told by Roopt Staff]

[FAQ] Top 10 Questions Asked During Share House Viewings and Their Answers | As Told by Roopt Staff

At Roopt, which operates share houses primarily in Miyagi Prefecture, many different people come to view our share houses every day.

Their motivations vary, from "I'm considering moving in, so I'd like to see it once" to "I just want to take a look," and we accept viewings on weekdays and holidays alike.

Having guided many people so far, it's interesting to note that "the points of concern are common."

They ask various things during viewings, but the content is quite similar.

So, this time, I'd like to introduce the Top 10 "Frequently Asked Questions" during share house viewings and their answers all at once.

If you're interested in viewing a share house or are curious about them, please use this as a reference.

There's a lot you don't know about share houses, but that's what makes them fun.

This time, to clarify the criteria for answers, we are assuming Roopt share houses in Miyagi Prefecture.

As of July 2024, we are recruiting residents for share houses at the following properties in Miyagi Prefecture.

Roopt Ishinomaki Chuo-COMICHI-

Roopt Ishinomaki Hiyorigaoka

Roopt Ishinomaki Sengokucho-Eiser-

Roopt Okumatsushima

Roopt Shiogama Kaigandori

No. 10: Are there supermarkets or convenience stores nearby?

When living somewhere, you're naturally concerned about whether there's a supermarket or convenience store nearby.

The answer is "yes (but the distance varies by property)."

Surprisingly, most properties have them within walking distance, and especially Roopt Shiogama Kaigandori and Roopt Ishinomaki Sengokucho-Eiser- are just a 1-minute walk to a convenience store.

On the other hand, Roopt Ishinomaki Hiyorigaoka and Roopt Okumatsushima take about 15 minutes on foot, so it's easier for car owners to go shopping by car.

(A 15-minute walk is also good exercise, so shopping on foot is also recommended.)

There are several articles about the surrounding area of our share houses, so please refer to them as well.

10 Recommended Shopping Spots & Stylish Cafes in Shiogama

7 Shopping Spots in Higashimatsushima to Enrich Your Daily Life and Hobbies

9 Shopping Spots in Ishinomaki – From Kitchen Staples to Sweets

No. 9: Can I use Wi-Fi in my room?

Now that remote work is commonplace, more residents are working in their rooms.

The answer is "yes," and free Wi-Fi is available at all properties.

For example, at Roopt Ishinomaki Chuo-COMICHI-, it's also possible to connect a wired connection or a Wi-Fi router in your room and use that network, so if the free Wi-Fi connection is weak, you can take such measures.

By the way, there are also Wi-Fi-enabled cafes suitable for remote work near our share houses, so please refer to them as well.

8 Stylish Cafes and Local Restaurants in Higashimatsushima

Recommended for Work and Breaks! 8 Cafes and Coffee Shops in Ishinomaki [Part 1]

Recommended for Work and Breaks! 8 Cafes and Coffee Shops in Ishinomaki [Part 2]

No. 8: Is it okay to be away for several days?

This question is surprisingly often asked, perhaps anticipating business trips.

The conclusion is "yes, it's okay."

Similar to a rental apartment, as long as you have a contract, it's up to the contractor whether they stay or are away.

However, if there's too much silence, we get worried, so the contract condition is that "you must contact Roopt management if you will be away for more than one month."

As long as you contact us, it's fine to be away for more than a month, and in fact, there are foreign residents who repeatedly stay for several months due to visa reasons, then are away for a month, then stay for several months again.

No. 7: Can I use the parking lot?

This is a question typical of rural areas, where cars are essential.

This varies by property, so I've summarized it below.

Roopt Ishinomaki Chuo-COMICHI- → Monthly parking lot managed by our company next to the share house is available (5,000 yen/month)

Roopt Ishinomaki Hiyorigaoka → Parking available on the share house premises (6,000 yen/month)

Roopt Ishinomaki Sengokucho-Eiser- → No dedicated parking, so you need to find and contract a monthly parking lot yourself

Roopt Okumatsushima → Parking available on the share house premises (up to 1 car per person, free)

Roopt Shiogama Kaigandori → No dedicated parking, so you need to find and contract a monthly parking lot yourself

By the way, we have created articles summarizing coin parking in central Ishinomaki and Shiogama, so please take a look if you like.

This article was written by the author after recovering from COVID-19 home isolation, when they wanted to take a walk and visually checked all the parking lots.

[Parking] Summary of Coin Parking from Ishinomaki Station Area to Central Ishinomaki City

[Parking] Summary of Coin Parking from Shiogama Station to Hon-Shiogama Station Area

No. 6: I want to do XX, which share house do you recommend?

Roopt operates multiple share houses, and the atmosphere varies quite a bit depending on the property and region.

Therefore, we sometimes get asked by people considering a property, "I want to do XX, which share house do you recommend?" So, based on my subjective opinion, I'd like to write about who each property is recommended for.

Roopt Ishinomaki Chuo-COMICHI- → Recommended for those new to share houses, those who want to interact with various people in the city or within the share house, and those who enjoy alcohol (as it's close to the bar district)

Roopt Ishinomaki Hiyorigaoka → Recommended for those who want to live in a quiet environment, those who need a large space, and those who enjoy alcohol (as it's close to the bar district)

Roopt Ishinomaki Sengokucho-Eiser- → Recommended for those who want a convenient life, those who commute from Ishinomaki Station, and those who enjoy alcohol (as it's close to the bar district)

Roopt Okumatsushima → A share house recommended for those who want to live in a quiet environment and those who need a large space.