Modern and Convenient Rental Apartment in Nakagusuku Village, Okinawa
This well-equipped 1K apartment, located in the Minamiuehara area of Nakagusuku Village, Okinawa, offers a comfortable and convenient living space. The property features a modern layout with a separate bath and toilet, a system kitchen with an IH cooktop and two or more burners, and comes fully furnished with appliances including a television, washing machine, and refrigerator. Additional amenities include air conditioning, a bath with a drying function, a heated toilet seat, a closet, a shoe cupboard, a monitor-equipped intercom, and an indoor space for a washing machine. The apartment utilizes city gas.
Critical agent notes provide essential details on fees and conditions. Please note that the photos used are for reference from other units in the building. The monthly rent is 51,000 yen with a monthly common area maintenance fee of 550 yen and an administrative fee of 524 yen. Initial costs include a key exchange/Smartlock fee of 16,500 yen, a two-year fire insurance premium of 19,890 yen, an initial guarantee commission of 100-120% of the total rent (with an annual renewal fee of 10,000 yen), a contract-time cleaning-upon-move-out fee of 41,800 yen, and an antibacterial treatment fee of 18,040 yen. The estimated total initial cost is 263,330 yen. A short-term cancellation penalty applies: one month's rent if canceled within the first year. Renewal fees (every two years) are 15,000 yen (excluding tax). The security deposit is zero months' rent, and the key money (gratuity) is one month's rent.
The apartment is situated on the 1st floor of a 3-story reinforced concrete building constructed in 2016. It has a private area of approximately 25.32 sqm (about 7.7 tsubo) with a southwest-facing exposure. The location offers excellent access, with the Ryudai Higashiguchi bus stop just a 3-minute walk away, providing connections to the wider area. The property is managed by Y・K Housing, which offers services including weekend operations, support from female staff, and online procedures for applications and contracts, making the process remote-friendly.
The Minamiuehara area is a residential district known for its proximity to the prestigious University of the Ryukyus, located about 1km away, which contributes to a vibrant, academic atmosphere. An interesting local fact is that Nakagusuku Village is home to the UNESCO World Heritage site, Nakagusuku Castle Ruins, a stunning example of Ryukyuan gusuku architecture offering panoramic views of the East China Sea and central Okinawa.
