Forest Hill Unit 307: A Spacious 2DK Apartment in a Convenient Urasoe Neighborhood
This rental apartment, located on the 3rd floor of a 6-story building in Urasoe City's serene Serikaku district, offers a comfortable and practical living space. The unit features a 2DK layout, blending Japanese and Western styles with a 6-tatami Japanese room, a 6-mat Western-style room, and a 9.3-mat dining kitchen (DK). The total private floor area is approximately 42 square meters (about 12.7 tsubo). The building, constructed in 2000, is a reinforced concrete (RC) structure and includes an elevator for easy access.
The property is well-equipped for modern living. Key facilities include a system kitchen, propane gas, a separate bath and toilet, a getabako (shoe cupboard), and internet connectivity. The apartment is available for move-in from late February, following the current tenant's departure at the end of January. The monthly rent is 55,000 yen, with a monthly common area maintenance fee of 4,000 yen. Initial costs include a security deposit (shikikin) equivalent to one month's rent and a key money (reikin) equivalent to one month's rent. Additional move-in costs include a guarantee fee (50% of one month's rent), fire insurance (15,000 yen), an antibacterial deodorization fee (15,600 yen), and a key replacement fee (13,200 yen). Monthly fees also include a peace-of-mind support service (1,100 yen) and a bank transfer fee (220 yen). A parking space is available for 3,300 yen per month. The agent's special notes clarify that the property is offered as-is, and for corporate contracts, the security deposit and key money will each be two months' rent. The agent also requests that inquiries include contact details for a smoother process.
The location is highly convenient, situated in a quiet residential area. A supermarket and convenience store are within a 3-minute walk, and the Kamimori Elementary School bus stop is just a 2-minute walk away. The area is part of Okinawa's main island, offering a blend of suburban calm and accessibility. An interesting local fact is that Urasoe City was once the seat of the Ryukyu Kingdom's government before it moved to Shuri. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum and Park in nearby Itoman City, a profound site dedicated to the history of the Battle of Okinawa and the promotion of peace.
