Placer Takahara 202: A Newly Built Pet-Friendly Apartment in Okinawa City
Placer Takahara 202 is a newly constructed, reinforced concrete apartment unit located in the Takahara 6-chome area of Okinawa City, Okinawa Prefecture. This modern 2LDK unit offers a total floor area of 60 square meters (approximately 18 tsubo) and is situated on the second floor of a four-story building. The layout features a Western-style living-dining-kitchen area measuring 15.2 square meters, along with two separate Western-style rooms of 7.1 and 4.6 square meters. The property includes a face-to-face kitchen system.
The apartment is equipped with numerous modern amenities. Facilities include an indoor washing machine space, all Western-style rooms, and barrier-free design features. The building is equipped with an elevator, a parcel delivery box, an auto-lock security system with surveillance cameras, and a bicycle parking area. The unit comes with two air conditioners, lighting fixtures, and a gas clothes dryer. Internet service is provided free of charge.
A key feature of this property is its pet-friendly policy. Pets are allowed, specifically up to two dogs or cats, with certain conditions: each pet requires an additional pet security deposit equal to one month's rent, and there are weight and size restrictions (10kg weight, 40cm height, 60cm length). The unit also boasts an artificial grass garden and a foot-washing area.
Each unit in the building is allocated two dedicated parking spaces, available for a combined monthly fee of 7,000 yen. The location is noted for being in a quiet area and offers convenient access to daily necessities, with supermarkets, convenience stores, and pharmacies nearby. Schools are also within close proximity. Public transportation is accessible via the "Awase 3-ku Iriguchi" bus stop, approximately a 6-minute walk away.
The rental terms are detailed and comprehensive. The monthly rent is 94,000 yen, with a 5,000 yen common area maintenance fee. A security deposit of 188,000 yen (equivalent to two months' rent) is required, but there is no key money (reikin). The contract is a fixed-term lease (定期借家契約) for three years. A guarantee company (全保連株式会社) is mandatory for all tenants, with an initial guarantee commission fee of 53,000 yen and an annual renewal fee of 10,000 yen. Agency fees are 103,400 yen. Other potential costs include a fire insurance premium of approximately 16,000 yen every two years, a contract renewal administrative fee of 27,500 yen, and fees for issuing a vehicle storage certificate. The total estimated initial moving-in cost, excluding the pet deposit, is 466,400 yen. A promotional campaign offers half a month's rent free and a 20% discount on agency fees for contracts signed before the end of April.
