Bellemer 202: A High-Grade Rental Apartment in Ginowan, Okinawa
This property is Unit 202 in the Bellemer apartment building, located in the popular Ginowan area of Okinawa. The apartment is a 2LDK layout with a total private area of 57.32 square meters (approximately 17.33 tsubo). It is situated on the 2nd floor of an 8-story reinforced concrete (RC) building constructed in March 2024, making it a relatively new build. The unit features an all-Western style room design and includes a space for an indoor washing machine.
The property is equipped with numerous amenities for a comfortable and secure lifestyle. All rooms have air conditioning. The building features an elevator, an auto-lock security system, a security camera, a delivery box, and SECOM security services. High-speed Wi-Fi internet is provided free of charge. Additional paid facilities include a motorcycle parking area and a trunk room. The apartment itself is south-facing, ensuring good sunlight.
The monthly rental cost totals 146,846 yen, which breaks down to 129,000 yen for rent, 9,000 yen for common area maintenance fees, 6,600 yen for one parking space (parallel parking, subject to availability and vehicle type confirmation), and 2,246 yen for a monthly guarantee fee, plus a separate 99 yen bank transfer fee. The estimated initial moving-in costs are approximately 684,596 yen plus prorated rent. This includes a brokerage fee of 148,500 yen, a key money (reikin) of 258,000 yen, zero security deposit (shikikin), the next month's rent and fees (146,846 yen), an initial guarantee commission of 35,000 yen, a room cleaning fee of 77,000 yen, a D-room card key issuance fee of 16,500 yen, and an IC lock battery fee of 2,750 yen.
Key points highlighted by the agent include the high-grade rental offering for an elevated comfortable life, a smooth contract process as a joint guarantor is not required (in principle, a guarantee company and fire insurance are mandatory), the ability to apply via email without a visit, 24/7/365 management for peace of mind, the possibility of postal or online contract consultations for those outside the prefecture, the option for corporate name contracts, and a choice between credit card payment or bank transfer for monthly rent (note that handling fees differ). Free internet and D-room TV (a free on-demand service) are included. A property insurance policy is required.
The contract period is 2 years, with a renewal fee of one month's rent due every two years. If vacating within one year, a short-term cancellation penalty of one month's rent applies. Pets are allowed for indoor keeping only, limited to two small dogs or cats. The location is convenient, with the "Ohjanami" bus stop approximately a 3-minute walk away and close to the Ohjanami intersection for good traffic access.
