White House 202: Spacious 2LDK Apartment in Urasoe, Okinawa
This rental apartment, located in the White House complex in Urasoe City, offers a comfortable and practical living space. The property features a 2LDK layout with a Japanese-style room (6 tatami mats) and a Western-style room (6 tatami mats), providing versatile living arrangements. The total private area is approximately 44.55 square meters. The building is a 3-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure built in 1997, and this unit is located on the 2nd floor. Key facilities include a gas stove (propane gas), a separate bath and toilet, a bathtub, a shoe cupboard, internet connectivity, and a dedicated indoor space for a washing machine.
Important agent notes regarding fees and conditions have been translated. Brokerage commission: One month's rent plus tax. A rent guarantee is required: 50% of the total rent (minimum guarantee fee 30,000 yen) upon move-in, followed by 1.5% of the monthly rent every month during the tenancy. If the tenant does not pass the screening, a separately designated rent guarantee contract can be used. Move-out costs include house cleaning: 44,000 yen (tax included) and tatami mat replacement: 29,700 yen (tax included) (4,950 yen x 6 mats). If the contract is terminated within less than 2 years, a short-term cancellation penalty of one month's rent will be charged. Initial costs include a Living Support+ fee of 2,750 yen per month, a water purifier fee of 1,705 yen per month, a guarantee fee (50% of total rent), disinfection/deodorization construction (15,400 yen), key replacement (16,500 yen), and a specific fire extinguisher (12,760 yen). The renewal fee is 1.1 months' rent. The monthly rent is 61,000 yen with a common area fee of 2,000 yen. Security deposit and key money are both 0 months. One free parking space is available. Move-in is negotiable.
The area of Urasoe is a vibrant residential city conveniently located between Naha and Ginowan. An interesting fact is that Urasoe was once the capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom before it moved to Shuri. The property is within walking distance of the Nishihara bus stop and a short commute from Tedako-Uranishi Station. The closest major landmark is the impressive Urasoe Castle (Urasoe Gusuku) Park, a historic site with ruins, a museum, and panoramic views of the surrounding area.
