Leopalace Uchina Okinawa City Chibana: A Fully-Furnished Apartment for a Hassle-Free Start
This Leopalace Uchina apartment in Okinawa City's Chibana 1-chome offers a convenient and cost-effective rental solution, particularly for those seeking a move-in-ready home. The 1K layout provides approximately 23.18 sqm of private space across the second floor of a two-story reinforced concrete building constructed in 2005. The monthly rent is 48,000 yen with a 6,500 yen common area maintenance fee. A significant advantage is the waived security deposit and agency commission, keeping initial costs lower. A one-month gratuity (reikin) is required. One parking space is available for 6,050 yen per month, and the property is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from the Misato Chugakko Mae bus stop.
The apartment comes fully furnished and equipped, eliminating the need to purchase major appliances or furniture. The included facilities are: IH cooktop, system kitchen, propane gas, separate bath and toilet, unit bath, bathroom dryer, bathtub, air conditioning, closet, shoe cupboard, internet-ready, monitor-equipped intercom, parcel box, indoor washing machine space, and furniture/appliances. The agent notes clarify that furniture and appliance brands may vary by room, and rooms on the second floor and above have carpeting.
A detailed breakdown of additional costs is provided. Other initial fees include fire insurance (13,130 to 26,680 yen, renewed every 2 years), an initial guarantee entrustment fee (100% to 120% of total rent for personal contracts), key replacement fee (16,500 yen, first time only), and end-of-tenancy cleaning fee (41,800 yen, paid at move-in). Optional anti-bacterial treatment and resident support services are available. Monthly fees beyond rent include an environmental maintenance fee of 550 yen and optional internet service ranging from 2,640 to 3,630 yen. Upon contract renewal every two years, a 10,000 yen guarantee entrustment fee and a 16,500 yen renewal administrative fee apply.
The rental process is designed for convenience, with no guarantor required (a guarantor service is used instead), and electronic application and remote contract signing are possible. For personal contracts, required documents include identification (driver's license, insurance card, passport, My Number card, etc.) and proof of status (social insurance card, pay slip, tax return, job offer letter, etc.). Minors or unemployed individuals will require a joint guarantor. The listing also highlights key selling points: free repair or replacement of furnished items in case of malfunction (under no-fault conditions), and an internet service option that includes unlimited access to U-NEXT (video and magazine streaming). Furthermore, successful lessees through Ierite receive a gift of daily necessities and sanitary goods equivalent to 10% of one month's rent.
The Chibana area in Okinawa City offers a residential setting with good local amenities. An interesting historical note is that the nearby Koza area was profoundly influenced by the post-war U.S. military presence, contributing to its unique music and cultural scene, including the birth of Okinawan rock. For recreation and tourism, residents are within a reasonable driving distance of the famous Okinawa Comprehensive Athletic Park, which includes the Okinawa Municipal Athletics Stadium and expansive green spaces for sports and leisure.
