Modern Studio Apartment in Naha with Excellent Transit Access
This compact and efficiently designed studio apartment, unit 505 in the Charmant ELL building, offers a convenient urban lifestyle in the heart of Naha City, Okinawa. The property features a Western-style layout throughout, providing a clean and contemporary living space. With a private area of 17.35 square meters, the unit is ideal for a single occupant seeking a low-maintenance home in a prime location.
The building is a 7-story reinforced concrete (RC) structure built in February 1999, ensuring solid construction. Resident amenities include an elevator for easy access and an auto-lock security system for peace of mind. The apartment itself comes equipped with air conditioning for both cooling and heating. The unit is fitted with a unit bath (combined bath and toilet) and uses propane gas. Cable TV and free internet are available, and the apartment includes a shoe box for storage. It is a corner unit, which may allow for additional light.
Critical agent notes detail the financial terms: There is no security deposit (敷金) or key money (礼金), helping to reduce initial moving costs. The monthly rent is 39,000 yen with a common area maintenance fee of 3,000 yen. The brokerage fee is equivalent to one month's rent plus consumption tax. A guarantee company is required. The initial guarantee commission is approximately 30,170 yen (varies by company), with ongoing monthly costs being 1% of the total rent. Membership in the "Life Support" service is mandatory at a monthly cost of 1,100 yen, prorated for the months of move-in and move-out. This is a fixed-term rental contract (定期借家契約) for two years. Renewal incurs an administrative fee of 16,500 yen (tax included). Early termination of the contract within the term will incur a penalty. The contract requires one guarantor (within three degrees of kinship, under 65 years old, and with an income). Please note that floor plans and photos are for reference, and the actual condition of the property takes precedence.
The location is a major highlight. The apartment is situated in Naha's Asato district, a short walk from daily conveniences like supermarkets and convenience stores. It is approximately a 3-minute walk from the Yui Rail monorail's Asato Station and a 2-minute walk from the Asato Station Mae bus stop, providing excellent access to public transportation for exploring all of Okinawa. The area is rich in culture and history. A short monorail ride away is the vibrant Makishi Public Market, a famous tourist attraction where visitors can experience local food culture and purchase fresh Okinawan ingredients and crafts.
