Leopalace Zen: A Modern 1K Apartment in Okinawa City
This Leopalace Zen apartment in Okinawa City's Matsumoto district offers a compact and well-equipped living space, ideal for singles or couples. The unit features a 1K layout with approximately 23.5 square meters of private area, built in 2011 within a three-story reinforced concrete building. The monthly rent is 55,000 JPY with an additional 6,500 JPY common service fee. A key advantage is the absence of a security deposit and agency fees, though a one-month gift money (reikin) is required. The apartment comes fully furnished with appliances, and one parking space is available for 5,500 JPY per month.
The property is comprehensively equipped for modern convenience. Facilities include an IH cooktop with two or more burners, a system kitchen, propane gas, a separate bath and toilet, a unit bath with a bath dryer, a heated toilet seat with bidet function, a bathtub, air conditioning, a closet, a shoe cupboard, internet readiness, a monitor-equipped intercom, and an indoor space for a washing machine.
Critical agent notes provide essential details on additional costs and conditions. A campaign for this property may end without notice. Other fees include a monthly environmental maintenance fee of 550 JPY, an initial guarantee commission of 100-120% of the total rent (with a 10,000 JPY annual renewal fee), a bi-annual fire insurance premium of 19,890 JPY, a one-time key replacement fee of 16,500 JPY, a move-out cleaning fee paid upon move-in of 41,800 JPY, a one-time antibacterial treatment fee of 18,040 JPY, a bi-annual resident support system plus fee of 18,975 JPY, and an optional internet usage fee starting from 2,640 JPY. An application form is required for tenancy. While a joint guarantor is not needed, an emergency contact from a family member is mandatory. The renewal administrative fee is 15,000 JPY plus tax every two years. A joint guarantor is required for minors or unemployed applicants. Corporate contracts are possible, and mail-in contracts are available for those living outside the prefecture or on remote islands. Required documents for application include identification (driver's license or health insurance card), with additional documents potentially requested based on screening. Please note that property photos are for illustrative purposes, and the actual condition takes precedence. Due to COVID-19 measures, viewings are conducted as "meet on-site, disperse on-site," and store visits require prior appointment. Pets are regrettably not allowed.
The Matsumoto area in Okinawa City is a residential neighborhood with convenient local amenities. An interesting historical fact about Okinawa City is that it was formed in 1974 through the merger of two towns, Koza and Misato, with Koza having a deep-rooted connection to U.S. military bases and a vibrant culture that blends American and Okinawan influences. The closest major tourist attraction is the Okinawa Zoo & Museum (Okinawa Kodomo no Kuni), a popular family destination featuring a zoo, botanical garden, and natural history museum, located just a few kilometers away.
