Sunlife Kadena Unit 203: A Modern Corner Apartment in Okinawa
This rental apartment, Sunlife Kadena Unit 203, offers a compact and modern living space ideally suited for singles or individuals. Located in the Mizugama area of Kadena Town, Okinawa, this corner unit on the second floor of a four-story reinforced concrete (RC) building provides a quiet living environment. The layout is a 1-room Western-style apartment with a balcony, featuring a total private area of 16.8 square meters (approximately 5.08 tsubo).
Key facilities and equipment include a unit bath with bathtub, air conditioning, and an indoor space designated for a washing machine. The apartment is entirely composed of Western-style rooms. The property is positioned as a corner room, enhancing its privacy.
Critical agent notes detail several important costs and procedures. The monthly rent is 38,000 yen, with a common area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. The security deposit (敷金) is one month's rent, while key money (礼金) is none. The brokerage commission is 1.1 months of the rent plus parking fee (plus consumption tax). Other one-time fees include a monthly building maintenance management fee of 1,000 yen, mandatory fire insurance at 7,000 yen per year, and key replacement costs starting from 25,000 yen (tax excluded), with the final amount varying based on the key type and number. Furthermore, mandatory screening and enrollment with a rent guarantee company (全保連株式会社) is required, with an initial fee of 50% of the monthly rent (minimum 20,000 yen, but listed as 14,000 yen here, renewed annually). The renewal fee for the lease is 11,000 yen.
Special remarks indicate that the current tenant is scheduled to move out on March 20, 2026 (R8.3.20), and applications for tenancy are now being accepted. Viewing appointments will be accepted after the current keys are returned. Applications are possible without a prior viewing. Applicants with complete documentation will be prioritized, but if multiple applications are received on the same day, simultaneous screening will be conducted. The agent notes that applications may be declined depending on inquiry volume. The application method is electronic application and electronic contract. Interested parties must first contact the agency office. Contact is with CUBE Goya Branch in Okinawa City. Note that on Wednesdays and Sundays, only phone inquiries are accepted (no viewings).
The area of Kadena is historically significant, being home to the Kadena Air Base, one of the largest and most strategically important US Air Force installations in the Asia-Pacific region. For recreation, residents are a short drive from the scenic coastline and the popular Mihama American Village in nearby Chatan Town, a bustling entertainment and shopping complex with a Ferris wheel, offering a taste of American culture with a panoramic ocean view.
