MBC show to feature rare single-building apartment in Hapjeong-dong

On October 22, MBC's 'Where Is My Home' will showcase a rare single-building apartment in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu, which offers 1.15 parking spaces per household and views of subways, water buses, and airplanes. The episode features cast members Jang Dong-min, Ko Young Bae, and Kim Hee-jae inspecting the property, which was chosen by a newlywed couple over a wedding and honeymoon.

MBC's 'Where Is My Home' is searching for "smart single-building apartments" in downtown Seoul that offer reasonable purchase prices compared to surrounding market rates and excellent living infrastructure. In the broadcast airing this coming 22nd, Jang Dong-min, a father of two, Ko Young Bae, also a father of two, and single man Kim Hee-jae will conduct a field inspection of so-called "solo apartments" consisting of only one or two buildings. The first home to be introduced is located in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul. Situated right next to the YG Entertainment headquarters and in front of Mangwon Hangang Park, this single-building apartment provides 1.15 parking spaces per household. Before touring the home, the cast will discuss their experiences performing on festival stages and how they captivate audiences.

Three cast members share festival stage experiences

According to MBC, this episode will feature stories from the cast members who have performed on festival stages, timed for the festival season of October. Ko Young Bae, referred to as the "Festival Emperor," and Kim Hee-jae, the "Trot Prince" who visits festivals across the country, will introduce their experiences gained at festival sites. Based on their numerous festival performances, the two are expected to reveal winning know-how and unique anecdotes for capturing the hearts of crowds.

Jang Dong-min will also share anecdotes from his past work as a festival emcee. According to the broadcast preview, he will add laughter to the studio by sharing his bittersweet experiences from that time. Ko Young Bae and Kim Hee-jae will tell stories of their stage performances based on their festival appearances, while Jang Dong-min will add his experiences from visiting festival sites as an emcee.

The three will conduct the field inspection together. Jang Dong-min is introduced as a father of two, while Kim Hee-jae appears as a single man. He and Ko Young Bae will examine the charms of the single-building apartment from different perspectives. The broadcast will proceed by first presenting the festival-related talk before visiting the house in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu. In this episode, 'Where Is My Home' will introduce the apartment's location, parking space, the view from the house, and the interior design.

Visiting the apartment next to the YG Entertainment headquarters in Hapjeong-dong

The first house the cast visits is a single-building apartment in Hapjeong-dong, Mapo-gu, Seoul. The program introduces it as a highly desirable apartment that rarely comes on the market, a location known to Mapo-gu resident Yang Se-hyung. It is also mentioned that comedian Kang Jae-jun once wanted to live there. During this inspection, the team will examine the apartment's location, the surrounding environment, and the conditions provided by the single-building residential space.

The apartment is located right next to the YG Entertainment headquarters and is noted for its excellent accessibility to Gangbyeonbuk-ro. Although the complex consists of only one building, it offers 1.15 parking spaces per household. The broadcast will highlight the location and parking conditions as key features of this home. The program explains that while single-building apartments are small in scale, they are an option that can reduce the burden of housing prices and increase satisfaction in homeownership due to their location and practicality.

The theme of this inspection is "smart single buildings" rather than large apartment complexes. MBC stated that they are searching for homes that allow residents to enjoy living infrastructure comparable to large complexes but at reasonable purchase prices compared to the surrounding market. The Hapjeong-dong apartment will sequentially be introduced for its rarity on the market, its location next to the YG Entertainment headquarters, its accessibility to Gangbyeonbuk-ro, and its 1.15 parking spaces per household. The cast will inspect both the interior and exterior of the house to verify the conditions of the single-building apartment.

'Land, Sea, and Air View' from in front of Mangwon Hangang Park

The Hapjeong-dong apartment is located directly in front of Mangwon Hangang Park. MBC reported that the house offers a view where green trees and the Han River harmonize. Outside the window, a so-called "land, sea, and air view" unfolds, where subways, water buses, and airplanes can all be seen at a glance. The broadcast will introduce the view of the Han River and surrounding scenery, as well as the sight of subways, water buses, and airplanes.

The fact that Mangwon Hangang Park is in front of the house and that land, water, and air transportation can be seen from the window is presented as a feature of this property. It is explained that from its location facing Mangwon Hangang Park, green trees and the Han River are visible together, while subways, water buses, and airplanes can be viewed from inside the house. MBC described this scenery as a "land, sea, and air view." The cast will explore the interior of the house and the view outside the window that overlooks the Han River.

According to the broadcast introduction, this house is also a home for a newlywed couple. Instead of a wedding, a car, or a honeymoon, the couple chose to focus on securing a home. The story of how they obtained a home with a Han River view through that choice will be revealed on the program. The couple's decision to choose a house over a wedding, honeymoon, and a car, along with the residential space overlooking the Han River, will be introduced. The house chosen by the couple is reported to be in front of Mangwon Hangang Park, with a view from the window that includes everything from subways to water buses and airplanes.

Choosing homeownership over a wedding and honeymoon

The newlywed couple chose homeownership instead of a wedding and honeymoon, and they opted for a home with a Han River view without even purchasing a car. MBC announced that it will reveal the couple's choice and the story of how they secured the home on the broadcast. The location and view of the Hapjeong-dong apartment are introduced as features of the couple's home. Facing Mangwon Hangang Park, the house allows one to see the Han River and trees, while subways, water buses, and airplanes are visible through the window.

The interior of the house has undergone a full remodel. It is described as having stylish interior accent points added throughout the home. The broadcast will examine the remodeled interior along with the view overlooking the Han River. The inspection will include not only the location, parking conditions, and view of the apartment but also how the interior space has been decorated. MBC stated that interior points have been added throughout the fully remodeled house.

This episode focuses on one single-building apartment in Hapjeong-dong, introducing its rare market availability, parking space, the view in front of the Han River Park, and the residential choice of a newlywed couple. The stories of Ko Young Bae and Kim Hee-jae sharing their festival stage experiences, and Jang Dong-min sharing his experience as a festival emcee, will also be aired. MBC's 'Where Is My Home' "Smart Single-Building Apartment" episode airs this Thursday, the 22nd, at 10 PM.

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