Furnished 1K Apartment in Uruma City, Okinawa with No Security Deposit
This modern 1K apartment, located in the Ishikawa Higashiyamamoto district of Uruma City, Okinawa, offers a fully furnished and equipped living space in a reinforced concrete building constructed in 2020. The monthly rent is 58,000 yen, with an additional 4,500 yen for common area fees. A key feature of this rental is the absence of a security deposit (敷金), requiring only a one-month key money (礼金) payment. The apartment includes one designated parking space for 4,400 yen per month.
The property is comprehensively equipped for comfortable living. The kitchen features a system kitchen with both a gas cooktop and an IH cooktop, offering two or more burners, and runs on propane gas. The bathroom and toilet are separate, with the bathroom being a unit bath equipped with a bath dryer. The unit includes a combined shampoo, washbasin, and vanity area, a bathtub, a bidet toilet seat, and an independent washbasin. For climate control, it has air conditioning. Storage is provided by a closet and a getabako (shoe cupboard). The apartment is internet-ready and comes with a monitor-equipped intercom. There is a designated indoor space for a washing machine. Crucially, the apartment is fully furnished and comes with appliances.
Important notes from the agent detail additional costs and conditions. There is a monthly environmental maintenance fee of 550 yen. Initial costs include a guarantee commission fee of 100% to 120% of the total rent (with a 10,000 yen annual renewal fee), a fire insurance premium of 19,890 yen renewed every two years, a key replacement fee of 16,500 yen (first time only), a cleaning fee upon moving out (payable at move-in) of 41,800 yen, an antibacterial treatment fee of 18,040 yen (first time only), and a resident support system plus fee of 18,975 yen renewed every two years. Optional internet usage fees start from 2,640 yen. The renewal administrative fee is 15,000 yen + tax, renewed every two years. A joint guarantor is not required, but an emergency contact person from within the tenant's family is mandatory. For minors or unemployed individuals, a joint guarantor is necessary. Corporate contracts are possible, and postal contracts are available for those living outside the prefecture or on remote islands. Required documents for application include identification (driver's license or health insurance card). Please note that the listing photos may be representative images, and the actual condition takes priority. Viewings are conducted by meeting and dispersing at the property site, and appointments are required for visits to the office. Unfortunately, pets are not allowed.
The apartment is situated in a convenient location, just a 9-minute walk from the Ishikawa IC bus stop, providing access to public transport. The area is part of Uruma City, which is on Okinawa's main island, known for its blend of modern convenience and natural beauty. An interesting local fact is that Uruma City was formed from the merger of several towns, including the old Ishikawa City, and is named after the fictional "Kingdom of Uruma" from a popular Okinawan drama. The closest major tourist attraction is the iconic Katsuren Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage site with stunning ocean views, located approximately a 20-minute drive away.
