Modern Apartment Living in Okinawa's Ginowan City
This contemporary apartment, unit 603 in the Belle Mer building, offers a comfortable and well-equipped living space in the vibrant city of Ginowan, Okinawa. The property features a 2LDK layout with approximately 56.77 square meters of private floor area, providing two bedrooms, a living-dining-kitchen area, and separate bathroom and toilet facilities. The apartment is situated on the 6th floor of an 8-story reinforced concrete building constructed in 2024, ensuring modern structural integrity and amenities.
The comprehensive list of equipment and facilities includes a gas stove with two or more burners, a system kitchen, a counter kitchen, propane gas, a separate bath and toilet, a unit bath, a bathroom dryer, a washbasin with hair washing and makeup counter, a heated toilet seat with bidet function, a bathtub, air conditioning, a closet, a shoe cupboard, BS satellite broadcasting, internet connectivity (free internet), an auto-lock security system, a monitor-equipped intercom, a parcel delivery box, an elevator, and an indoor washing machine space.
Special notes detail the financial aspects: the monthly rent is 132,000 yen with a monthly parking fee of 6,600 yen and a common area maintenance fee of 9,000 yen. A monthly guarantee fee of 2,276 yen brings the total monthly payment (including tax) to 149,876 yen. Initial move-in costs include a key money (reikin) payment of 264,000 yen, a cleaning fee of 77,000 yen, an agency commission of 145,200 yen, a parking contract fee of 6,600 yen, a Droom key fee of 16,500 yen, a Droom key battery fee of 2,750 yen, and an initial guarantee consignment fee of 18,000 yen. The security deposit (shikikin) is 0 yen. The total estimated initial cost is 679,926 yen plus prorated rent. The renewal fee is equivalent to one month's rent, and a joint guarantor is not required. The property is pet-friendly, allowing up to two small dogs or cats. Required documents for the tenancy screening include personal identification (e.g., driver's license) and proof of income.
The apartment is located in the Ōjami district of Ginowan City, a central part of Okinawa's main island known for its mix of residential and commercial areas. An interesting fact about Ginowan is that it is home to the Okinawa Convention Center, a major venue for international events and exhibitions. The closest major landmark is the popular tourist attraction American Village in Chatan, a short drive away, which offers shopping, dining, and entertainment with a distinctive American-themed atmosphere overlooking the ocean.
