Modern Living in Naha: A Newly Built Apartment in Livs Matsuyama III
This newly constructed apartment, located in the Livs Matsuyama III building in Naha City, Okinawa, offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle. The property is a 1R layout with approximately 25.2 square meters of private space, situated on the 9th floor of a 12-story reinforced concrete building completed in 2025. The monthly rent is 68,500 yen with an additional 4,000 yen in common area maintenance fees. The apartment is available for immediate occupancy and features key amenities such as free internet, an auto-lock security system, an elevator, and a delivery box.
The apartment is comprehensively equipped. The kitchen includes a system kitchen with a gas stove (propane) featuring two or more burners. The unit has a separate bath and toilet, with the bathroom being a unit bath equipped with a bath tub, bath dryer, and a washbasin with hair washing functionality. The toilet features a warm-water washing bidet seat. Other notable facilities include air conditioning, a closet, a shoe cupboard, BS/CS satellite broadcasting compatibility, a monitor-equipped intercom, and an indoor space for a washing machine.
Important notes and remarks from the agent detail the financial conditions. There is a cancellation fee of one month's rent plus consumption tax if canceled after contract signing. Early termination penalties apply: two months' rent if leaving within one year, and one month's rent if leaving within two years. For corporate contracts, the conditions for guarantee fees and key money may change. The initial cost estimate for Guarantee Plan C (no guarantor required) is provided. Monthly outgoings total 74,682 yen, comprising rent (68,500 yen), common fee (4,000 yen), "Kurashido 24" (1,078 yen), and monthly guarantee fee (1,104 yen). Move-in costs are estimated at 330,110 yen plus prorated rent, including key money (68,500 yen), agency fee (75,350 yen), two-year fire insurance (~16,000 yen), lock change fee (22,000 yen), and initial guarantee commission (73,578 yen). A cleaning fee of 55,000 yen applies upon moving out. Optional add-ons include a water purifier lease (1,078 yen/month) and a Duskin disinfection service. Required documents for application include personal identification and employment verification.
The Matsuyama area in Naha is a vibrant residential district with excellent access to the city center. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Tomari Port area was historically a vital trading hub during the Ryukyu Kingdom era. The closest major landmark is the iconic Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located approximately a 15-minute drive away, offering a profound cultural and historical experience.
