Modern Apartment in Nakagusuku Village with Convenient Online Contracting
This 1LDK apartment, located in the Minamiuehara area of Nakagusuku Village, Okinawa Prefecture, offers a modern and convenient living space. The property is situated on the 3rd floor of a 4-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in 2011. The unit features a spacious layout with a total private area of approximately 45.72 square meters (about 13.83 tsubo). The apartment is equipped with a system kitchen with a counter and a gas stove with two or more burners, powered by propane gas. The bathroom and toilet are separate, with the bathroom featuring a unit bath, a bath dryer, a washbasin with a vanity, a bathtub, and a warm-water washing toilet seat. Other facilities include a separate washbasin, air conditioning, a walk-in closet, a getabako (shoe cupboard), BS/CS satellite broadcasting, internet connectivity (free internet provided), a monitor-equipped intercom, a delivery box, and an indoor space for a washing machine.
The agent's special notes highlight several key advantages for prospective tenants. First, a joint guarantor is not required. Second, the entire process from viewing to contract can be completed online without the need to visit an office. Third, both monthly and initial fees can be paid by credit card, allowing for point accumulation. Fourth, contracts are available for individuals, corporations, and company housing agencies. Fifth, a 24-hour management system provides peace of mind after moving in. Sixth, there are no short-term cancellation penalties. The expected vacancy date is April 30, with a scheduled move-in date in mid-June 2026 (26/06/19), though this may change depending on the previous tenant's situation. One parking space is available for a standard passenger car at a monthly fee of 4,400 yen, but availability is not guaranteed. Pets are not allowed.
Initial cost estimates are detailed. The first month's total rent is 82,608 yen, comprising the base rent of 72,000 yen, parking (4,400 yen), common area fee (4,100 yen), 24-hour support fee (330 yen), and monthly guarantee commission (1,778 yen). The one-time move-in costs total 361,730 yen, including key money of 132,000 yen, a security deposit of 0 yen, cleaning fee (60,000 yen), agency commission (79,200 yen), parking contract fee (4,400 yen), contract guarantee fee (22,000 yen), fire extinguisher fee (21,780 yen), antibacterial treatment fee (24,200 yen), disaster prevention set fee (14,850 yen), and key set fee (3,300 yen). The combined initial cost is approximately 444,338 yen plus pro-rated rent. A separate annual fire insurance premium of around 9,100 yen is also required.
The area of Nakagusuku Village is rich in history, featuring the impressive Nakagusuku Castle Ruins, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. This well-preserved gusuku (Ryukyuan castle) offers panoramic views of the East China Sea and is a testament to the Ryukyu Kingdom's unique culture. The apartment is conveniently located just a 2-minute walk from the Ryudai Higashiguchi bus stop, providing easy access to the surrounding areas.
