Grand Palace Makiminato (402): A Modern 2LDK Rental Apartment in Urasoe, Okinawa
This contemporary rental apartment, located in the Grand Palace Makiminato building in Urasoe City's Makiminato district, offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in central Okinawa. The property is a 2LDK layout with a total private floor area of approximately 66.1 square meters, providing ample space. Built in 2020, this 5-year-old building is a 14-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure, and this unit is situated on the 4th floor, accessible via an elevator. The monthly rent is 154,000 yen, with a common area maintenance fee of 0 yen. Initial costs include a security deposit equivalent to one month's rent (1.0 month) and no key money (0.0 months). Immediate occupancy is possible.
The apartment is well-equipped with numerous modern amenities. The kitchen features a gas cooktop with two or more burners, a system kitchen, and a counter kitchen. The bathroom and toilet are separate, and the bathroom includes a bath tub, a bath dryer, and a dedicated hair-washing, face-washing, and vanity area. The toilet has a warm-water washlet seat. Other features include an independent washbasin, closets, a walk-in closet, a shoe cupboard, and a dedicated indoor space for a washing machine. For security and convenience, the building is equipped with an auto-lock system, a monitor-equipped intercom, a parcel delivery box, and free internet connectivity is both available and provided at no extra cost.
A special note regarding the lease: at the time of contract renewal, a renewal fee (re-contract handling fee) applies. The lease is a fixed-term contract (定期借家) for a period of 2.0 years. Additional mandatory costs for tenants include joining a rent guarantee service, fire insurance, and a one-time indoor disinfection and deodorization fee of 15,000 yen plus tax. A brokerage fee equivalent to one month's rent plus consumption tax is also required. One free parking space is provided.
The location is highly accessible, situated along National Route 58 next to an A&W restaurant, offering excellent access to both Naha and Chatan areas. The Makiminato bus stop is just a 3-minute walk away. The area is a bustling suburban hub with easy access to major roads. An interesting fact about Urasoe City is that it was once the seat of the Chuzan Kingdom, a pivotal Ryukyu kingdom before the unification of Okinawa. The closest major tourist attraction is the stunning Okinawa Prefectural Peace Memorial Museum and Park in nearby Itoman City, a profound site dedicated to remembering the Battle of Okinawa and promoting peace.
