Chateau Nakama: A Spacious 2LDK Apartment in Uruma City, Okinawa
This rental apartment, located in Uruma City's Midoricho 1-chome, offers a comfortable and practical living space. The property features a 2LDK layout with approximately 49.58 square meters of floor area, providing a separate living-dining-kitchen area, two bedrooms (one Japanese-style, one Western-style), and distinct bathroom and toilet facilities. The apartment is situated on the 3rd floor of a 3-storey reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in 1998.
The property is equipped with propane gas, separate bath and toilet, and an indoor space for a washing machine. A significant advantage is the inclusion of two free parking spaces. The location is highly convenient, within a 2-minute walk to Tengan Elementary School and close to supermarkets and other amenities for daily life. Uruma City Hall Mae bus stop is approximately a 4-minute walk away.
Critical agent notes regarding the application process and fees must be noted. Applications are not accepted via email or LINE; in principle, reception is by telephone only at 098-974-3500 (Chubu Kosan Co., Ltd. Gushikawa Branch), with hours from Monday to Saturday, 9:00 to 17:30. If another applicant applies first, they will be given priority. Additional monthly fees include an environmental maintenance fee of 2,200 yen and a water purifier lease fee of 1,540 yen. A guarantee company (Orico Forent Insure Inc.) is required, with an initial fee of 50% of the monthly rent and a continuing annual commission of 20% of the monthly rent.
The initial costs are detailed: a security deposit of 106,000 yen, key money of 53,000 yen, a monthly common area fee of 2,000 yen, and a guarantee deposit of 0 yen. Other one-time fees include a rent guarantee fee of 29,370 yen, key exchange fee of 6,600 yen, deodorization fee of 14,300 yen, and SAT119 fee of 12,760 yen. The renewal fee is 11,000 yen and the agency commission is 58,300 yen. The contract term is 2 years with renewal, and a guarantor is not required.
The area of Uruma City, formed from the merger of several towns, is known for its beautiful coastline and bridges connecting the islands of the Mid-Sea Road. An interesting local fact is that the city is home to the Katsuren Peninsula, which features the historic ruins of Katsuren Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site as part of the Gusuku Sites and Related Properties of the Kingdom of Ryukyu. The closest major tourist attraction is the serene Ikei Island, accessible via the Ikei Bridge, known for its picturesque beaches and relaxed atmosphere perfect for a day trip.
