Palace Side Villa: Modern Apartment Living in Historic Shuri
This 3LDK apartment offers a comfortable and convenient lifestyle in the historic Shuri district of Naha City, Okinawa. Located just a 6-minute walk from Gibo Station, the property provides excellent access to public transportation. The building is a 6-story reinforced concrete structure built in 1991 and features modern amenities including an auto-lock security system and an elevator.
The apartment itself is approximately 61.71 square meters (about 18.7 tsubo) and is situated on the 3rd floor. The layout includes three bedrooms and a combined living, dining, and kitchen area. The unit faces south for good natural light. Key facilities include city gas, a gas stove, a separate bath and toilet, free internet (WiFi), and a designated indoor space for a washing machine.
Important rental details from the agent notes: The contract is a standard two-year lease. A guarantee company is mandatory. The initial costs include a security deposit of one month's rent (90,000 yen), a key money (reikin) payment of one month's rent, a monthly common area fee of 5,000 yen, and a brokerage fee equivalent to 1.1 months' rent (including tax). Other estimated initial contract costs total approximately 497,510 yen (including tax) and cover items such as a small-amount short-term insurance of 22,000 yen (for two years), a first-time guarantee company fee of 52,870 yen (with a monthly fee of 1,200 yen thereafter), a "Sumaile Support" fee of 2,200 yen, and a water purifier lease of 1,540 yen. A one-time deodorization and sterilization fee of 13,200 yen is also required upon move-in. A parking space is available for an additional 7,000 yen per month, and move-in timing is negotiable.
The Shuri area is rich in history, being the former capital of the Ryukyu Kingdom. A major landmark within walking distance is the magnificent Shuri Castle, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and a symbol of Okinawan culture, which was historically the palace of the Ryukyu kings.
