Spacious 1LDK Corner Apartment with Park Views in Okinawa City
This well-appointed 1LDK apartment, Unit 201 in the Casa Stella building, offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in Okinawa City. The property features a popular corner layout, maximizing natural light and space. The apartment is fully equipped with Western-style rooms throughout, an indoor laundry machine space, a system kitchen, an independent washbasin, a TV intercom, a bidet toilet seat (note: the toilet washlet is treated as a remaining fixture), air conditioning, lighting in all rooms, and a large shoe box.
Critical agent notes have been fully translated. The monthly rent is 68,000 yen, with additional monthly fees including a parking fee of 6,600 yen, a common area fee of 3,000 yen, a sanitation fee of 1,000 yen, and a storage handling fee of 440 yen. A one-time '24-hour support fee' of 16,500 yen is required initially. This service provides 24-hour assistance for issues like lost keys or plumbing troubles. The estimated initial moving costs are detailed: key money of 68,000 yen, a security deposit of 0 yen, an agency fee of 74,800 yen, a parking handling fee of 6,600 yen, a guarantee commission fee at contract (60% of total rent) of 47,160 yen, an advance cleaning fee of 65,000 yen, a two-year fire insurance premium of 18,000 yen, and the aforementioned 24-hour support fee. The total approximate initial cost is 296,060 yen, leading to a combined first-month and moving estimate of 374,660 yen. The agent, Connect Home's, emphasizes that estimates are approximate and pro-rated rent applies for mid-month move-ins.
The location is highly convenient, with convenience stores, supermarkets, restaurants, and a post office all within walking distance. A significant advantage is the large park located right next to the property, making it an excellent recommendation for families with children. The building itself is a reinforced concrete structure built in March 2014.
The area of Okinawa City is a central hub in Okinawa Prefecture, blending urban convenience with local culture. An interesting fact is that the city is home to the Okinawa Municipal Athletic Park, a vast complex that hosted events during the 2017 National Sports Festival of Japan. The closest major tourist attraction is the Okinawa Zoo & Museum (Okinawa Kodomo no Kuni), a family-friendly destination featuring a zoo, botanical garden, and museum, located just a few kilometers away.
