Sunlight Terrace Unit 302: A Modern Apartment in Naha, Okinawa
This rental apartment, Sunlight Terrace Unit 302, offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in Naha City, Okinawa. Located at 3-16-20 Mekaru, Naha-shi, this 1K layout unit provides approximately 29.76 sqm (about 9 tsubo) of private space. The property is situated on the 3rd floor of a 4-storey reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in 2004. Key transportation access includes being a 10-minute walk from Furujima Station and a 1-minute walk from the Haragenki Clinic Mae bus stop.
The apartment comes well-equipped with a range of facilities for modern living. These include a gas stove (propane gas), separate bath and toilet, bath dryer, bathtub, independent washbasin, air conditioning, closet, shoe cupboard, BS antenna, auto-lock security, monitor-equipped intercom, elevator, and an indoor space for a washing machine.
Critical agent notes have been translated in detail. The monthly rent breakdown is 56,000 yen for rent, 3,000 yen for common area maintenance fees, 330 yen for 24-hour support (a call center for room troubles), and a 1,305 yen monthly guarantee commission fee, bringing the total monthly payment to 60,635 yen. A note mentions an additional monthly storage fee of 170 yen. Initial move-in costs are detailed as follows: key money (礼金) is 0 yen, security deposit (敷金) is 0 yen, agency fee is 61,600 yen, flat-rate cleaning fee is 50,000 yen, contract-time guarantee fee is 22,000 yen, key set fee is 3,300 yen, and fire insurance is 18,000 yen (for 2 years), totaling 154,900 yen. Combined with the initial fee of 215,535 yen plus prorated rent, this constitutes the full initial cost. The current tenant's scheduled move-out date is April 17th, with a new move-in date anticipated in early June (subject to change based on the current tenant and restoration work). Parking is not available. Pet ownership is not permitted.
Key points for prospective tenants include: no need for a joint guarantor, no short-term cancellation penalty, credit card payment possible for initial costs and monthly rent, corporate contracts and company housing agency contracts are possible, 24-hour management system, and online contract capability. The property is available for consultation regarding move-in. Required documents for application include identification and proof of employment or financial status.
The Mekaru area in Naha offers a blend of residential calm and urban convenience. An interesting local fact is that the nearby Furujima Station area is part of Naha's development corridor, blending traditional Okinawan community elements with modern city planning. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located a short drive or bus ride away, offering a deep dive into Okinawa's unique history and culture.
