Spacious 1K Apartment in Naha with No Key Money or Deposit
This rental apartment, Unit 302 in the "Cope Hatoru" building, offers a comfortable and convenient living space in Naha City, Okinawa Prefecture. The unit features a Western-style layout throughout, with a private area of 21 square meters (approximately 6.35 tsubo), providing a spacious 8-tatami mat main room. The apartment is equipped with independent bathroom and toilet facilities, air conditioning, an intercom security system, and uses propane gas. High-speed internet is available for free.
Critical agent notes provide essential details for prospective tenants. The monthly rent is 40,000 yen with a 2,000 yen common area maintenance fee. Notably, there is no security deposit (敷金) and no key money (礼金). However, there are several initial move-in costs: a rent guarantee fee of 25,620 yen, a lock replacement fee of 12,100 yen, a deodorization/disinfection fee of 11,000 yen, an SAT119 fee of 6,380 yen, and a house cleaning fee of 50,000 yen. Additional monthly fees include a parking space at 5,500 yen (for space #2, first-come-first-served), an environmental maintenance fee of 2,200 yen, and a water purifier lease fee of 1,540 yen. A guarantee company (全保連株式会社) is required, costing 50% of one month's rent, with an annual renewal fee of 10,000 yen and a bank transfer fee of 330 yen.
Important remarks clarify that the actual condition of the property takes precedence over photos. Tenant screening by the guarantee company is required. The initial contract period is one year; terminating the contract within the first year incurs a penalty of one month's rent. The standard contract period is two years with renewal, involving a renewal fee of 11,000 yen. Pets are not allowed.
The apartment is situated in the Kobaru district of Naha, a vibrant area of Okinawa's capital. The location offers excellent access, with Tsubogawa Monorail Station approximately a 14-minute walk away and the Daiichi Kobaru bus stop just a 2-minute walk. The area is rich in history and culture, being part of the main island of Okinawa. A major nearby landmark is Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site and former palace of the Ryukyu Kingdom, located just a few kilometers away, offering a profound connection to Okinawa's unique heritage.
