Espoir Chion 101: Spacious Studio Apartment Near Shintabashi Intersection in Naha
This rental apartment, unit 101 in the Espoir Chion building, offers a comfortable and convenient living space in Naha City, Okinawa. Located close to the Shintabashi intersection, the property boasts excellent transportation access. The apartment features a generous 1-room layout with a Western-style room measuring 20 tatami mats, providing ample space for a single occupant or couple.
The property details include essential information for prospective tenants. The monthly rent is 46,000 yen with a common area maintenance fee of 2,000 yen. There is no security deposit (敷金), no key money (礼金), and no guarantee deposit (保証金). The brokerage commission is 165,000 yen. Additional required costs, as per the special notes, include a house cleaning fee of 80,000 yen, fire insurance of 14,000 yen, a rent guarantee company contract fee equivalent to 70% of the total rent, and a monthly "Anshin Support" fee of 1,500 yen (tax excluded).
The apartment is on the basement 1st floor of a 4-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in January 2004. The private area is 32.4 square meters (approximately 9.8 tsubo). Pets are not allowed. The unit includes a kitchen, hot water supply, and a unit bath/toilet. Air conditioning is provided. Parking is available for one car at an additional monthly cost of 5,000 yen. The nearest monorail station is Tsubogawa Station, approximately a 30-minute walk away. The contract is for a fixed-term lease of 2 years with a renewal fee of 0 yen.
The Naha area is rich in history and culture. An interesting fact is that Naha was once the capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom, a thriving independent kingdom that engaged in maritime trade across Asia for centuries. The closest major landmark is the iconic Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the former palace of the Ryukyu kings, located a short drive or bus ride from the property.
