Modern Rental Apartment in Urasoe City with Pet-Friendly Policy
This 1LDK apartment, unit 402 in the Mori Purinsepia building, offers a comfortable and convenient living space in Urasoe City, Okinawa. The property features a fully Western-style interior with an indoor laundry machine space. The detailed agent notes provide a comprehensive breakdown of all costs and procedures, ensuring transparency for prospective tenants.
The monthly costs are as follows: rent of 79,000 yen, parking fee of 4,400 yen, common area fee of 3,500 yen, 24-hour support fee of 330 yen, and a monthly guarantee fee of 2,181 yen (2.5% of the total rent), bringing the total monthly payment to 89,411 yen (tax included). The initial move-in costs include a key money (reikin) of 129,000 yen, a security deposit (shikikin) of 0 yen, an agency fee of 86,900 yen, a parking procedure fee of 4,400 yen, a fixed move-out cleaning fee of 80,000 yen, a contract-time guarantee entrustment fee of 25,000 yen, a two-year fire insurance premium of 18,000 yen, and a key installation fee of 3,300 yen. The estimated total for initial costs is 436,011 yen plus prorated rent if moving in mid-month.
Key advantages highlighted by the agent include no requirement for a joint guarantor, the possibility of completing procedures by mail without a visit to the office, a free renewal fee (though a 22,000 yen renewal administrative fee applies every two years), the ability to use credit cards for some initial costs and monthly rent, no need to change your resident registration after the contract, and a fixed cleaning fee upon move-out with no extra charges barring tenant negligence. For a monthly fee of 330 yen, the 24-hour support service covers room equipment and key replacement at no additional cost. Required documents for application include identification and proof of employment or, for those not working, a bank balance certificate or pension statement. The agent also notes that viewings may not be possible if the current tenant has not moved out or repairs are underway, but they strive to provide photos of similar units for reference.
The apartment is situated in a quiet area with good sunlight and views. The local area of Urasoe is a central part of Okinawa's main island, offering a blend of residential comfort and urban convenience. An interesting historical fact is that Urasoe was once the capital of the Chuzan kingdom, a precursor to the Ryukyu Kingdom. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site located a short drive away in Naha, which served as the royal palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom.
